2 h. ago Nigerian Open AI Board Member Under Pressure As Global Campaign Gains Momentum

A rapidly growing global campaign backed by over 110,000 people calls on OpenAI’s newest board member, Adebayo Ogunlesi, to block the company’s transition to a for-profit model. Ogunlesi is a prominent Nigerian billionaire and investment banker who joined OpenAI’s board in January 2025. Campaigners from the People For AI Coalition argue that OpenAI CEO Sam […]

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4 h. ago Catholic cardinals call for worldwide ceasefire ahead of conclave

The Catholic Church’s cardinals have issued an urgent appeal for peace yesterday, one day before they retreat into the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel to elect a new pope. In a joint statement, they called on all warring parties worldwide to “achieve a lasting ceasefire as soon as possible.” The statement, released by the Vatican, said the […] The post Catholic cardinals call for worldwide ceasefire ahead of conclave appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Let us rise up, meet expectations of Nigerians, Akpabio tells lawmakers

From Adesuwa Tsan and Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has urged lawmakers to rise up and meet the weighty expectations of Nigerians with integrity, unity and legislative action. He also urged the lawmakers to be guided by patriotism in the discharge of their legislative duties. Akpabio made the call at the resumption of […] The post Let us rise up, meet expectations of Nigerians, Akpabio tells lawmakers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago 6 Delta Reps dump PDP for APC, 2 LP members join PDP in Enugu

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja Six members of the House of Representatives from Delta State have dumped the Peoples  Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC). The six members, who announced their defection, at yesterday’s plenary, in separate letters to the speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, are Nnamdi Ezechi, Ukodhiko Jonathan, Victor Nwokolo, Julius Pondi, Nicholas […] The post 6 Delta Reps dump PDP for APC, 2 LP members join PDP in Enugu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Okobi, Esomeju, Otaigbe join global dialogue on sustainable finance

Access Holdings PLC will be among the leading participants in the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) Regional Roundtable on Sustainable Finance for Africa and Middle East. Taking place from May 6-7, 2025, in Marrakech, Morocco, the event will bring together regulators, policymakers, and key stakeholders from the financial sector to discuss and […] The post Okobi, Esomeju, Otaigbe join global dialogue on sustainable finance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Energy transition: How to bankroll Nigeria’s gas shift –Minister

From Adewale Sanyaolu, Houston, Texas As the energy transition initiative advances, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Mr. Ekperikpe Ekpo, has said Nigeria must align with global Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) standards to ensure its gas projects are bankable. The Minister stated this on Tuesday at the Oil Technology Conference (OTC) 2025 […] The post Energy transition: How to bankroll Nigeria’s gas shift –Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago APC govt has done below par in Cross River – Dr. Ambo, SDP chairman

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Dr. Ekpenyong Ambo is the Cross River State chapter chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). In this interview, he discussed the SDP’s approach to building a strong grassroots presence, his views on the current administration and the party’s plans for the 2027 elections. How is the SDP in Cross River […] The post APC govt has done below par in Cross River – Dr. Ambo, SDP chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Q1: Africa’s smartphone market booms amid global stagnation – Report

By Chinenye Anuforo chinenyeanuforo@gmail.com   While the global smartphone market experienced a largely flat first quarter, with vendors navigating an increasingly turbulent landscape, Africa stood out as a region of notable activity and growth. According to a recent report by Canalys, worldwide smartphone shipments reached 296.9 million units in Q1 2025, a negligible increase from […] The post Q1: Africa’s smartphone market booms amid global stagnation – Report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago TD Africa, Huawei empower installers to drive eKit deployment across Africa

By Chinenye Anuforo   To ensure seamless adoption of the Huawei eKit solution across Africa, TD Africa, the continent’s leading technology distributor, in collaboration with Huawei, hosted an exclusive Installer Workshop in Lagos, recently. The workshop is a strategic initiative to educate, empower and recruit certified installers who will become TD Africa’s official hands-on force […] The post TD Africa, Huawei empower installers to drive eKit deployment across Africa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Three arrested in Abuja for illegal trade in endangered wildlife

From Idu Jude, Abuja A joint operation by the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) and the National Park Service led to the arrest of three individuals—Musa Usman, Samila Abdullahi, and Saidu Jagaban—in Abuja on Tuesday for trafficking endangered wildlife species. The arrests, announced in a NESREA statement, targeted illegal trade in violation […] The post Three arrested in Abuja for illegal trade in endangered wildlife appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

11 h. ago NNPCL: Ethnic Youth Groups Unite Against Alleged Plot To Smear Kyari’s Name

Leading ethnic youth organisations across Nigeria have launched a united front to resist what they described as a politically motivated attempt to tarnish the image of the immediate-past Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari. The move followed reports of an ongoing investigation by the Economic and […]

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11 h. ago Michelle Obama Advocates Therapy As Key To Thriving In Her 60s

Michelle Obama, former First Lady of the United States, has revealed that she is undergoing therapy to help her adjust to what she describes as a new chapter in her life, the Daily Mail reported on Tuesday. Speaking on The Jay Shetty, Michelle opened up about life as an “empty nester” and admitted that she […] The post Michelle Obama Advocates Therapy As Key To Thriving In Her 60s appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Education Minister Meets VCs As Protests Erupt Over Student Loan Scandal

As controversy mounts over the alleged mismanagement of the Federal Government’s student loan scheme, Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa is scheduled to meet today with Vice-Chancellors and heads of institutions accused of mishandling disbursed funds. The meeting will focus on training bursars and ICT heads to ensure the loan scheme runs smoothly. A new compliance […] The post Education Minister Meets VCs As Protests Erupt Over Student Loan Scandal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Jigawa signs Operations and Maintenance Model for PHCs, primary schools

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Jigawa state has launched a pioneering Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Model for Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) and primary schools, signed into effect by the Secretary to the State Government, Malam Bala Ibrahim, on April 25, 2025, in Dutse. This first-of-its-kind initiative aims to ensure the functionality and sustainability of critical infrastructure, […] The post Jigawa signs Operations and Maintenance Model for PHCs, primary schools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Culture

12 h. ago NIBF 2025 kicks off May 7 with ministers, scholars, and global book stakeholders

From Damiete Braide The 24th Nigeria International Book Fair (NIBF) begins tomorrow, Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos. Organised by the Nigerian Book Fair Trust, the three-day event will unite stakeholders from Nigeria and the global book ecosystem for exhibitions, conferences, networking, and discussions on the publishing industry’s […] The post NIBF 2025 kicks off May 7 with ministers, scholars, and global book stakeholders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago EFCC traces over $300,000 laundered money to arrested ‘Yahoo boy’ suspect

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has traced money laundering activities in excess of $300,000 (three hundred thousand United States Dollar) to a suspected internet fraudster. EFCC Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, who confirmed this to newsmen in Abuja on Tuesday said the investigation into the suspicious activities link to the suspects […] The post EFCC traces over $300,000 laundered money to arrested ‘Yahoo boy’ suspect appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Bandits kill SS 3 student days to first WASSCE paper in Kogi

Kola Sunday, a senior secondary school three (SS3) student of United Comprehensive College, Odo-Ere, headquarters of Yagba West local government read more Bandits kill SS 3 student days to first WASSCE paper in Kogi

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14 h. ago NELFUND restates commitment to inclusive student loan access

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has reaffirmed its dedication to providing equal access to its student loan scheme for all Nigerian students, regardless of location or background. The agency stressed the importance of thorough verification with stakeholders, including the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and respective institutions, before disbursing […] The post NELFUND restates commitment to inclusive student loan access appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Osimhen to decide on future amid Galatasaray’s £56m bid, Man United move unlikely

Victor Osimhen‘s highly anticipated summer transfer to Manchester United appears unlikely as the Nigerian striker edges closer to a permanent read more Osimhen to decide on future amid Galatasaray’s £56m bid, Man United move unlikely

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16 h. ago Oyo commissioner urges indigenes to unite for Ibadan state creation

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan Dr Wasiu Olatunbosun, Oyo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, has urged Ibadan indigenes to unite in support of creating Ibadan State. He described the move as a long-standing goal to gain political recognition and drive rapid development for the historic city. Speaking at the 2025 Ibadan Week, which began vibrantly […] The post Oyo commissioner urges indigenes to unite for Ibadan state creation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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