2 h. ago Nigeria champions enhanced West African air connectivity at WAES 2025

•Pushes to dismantle trade barriers   By Chinelo Obogo     talktonelo@yahoo.com   When African leaders convened in Abuja for the inaugural West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) in June, the spotlight was on the structural and policy bottlenecks that have long hindered the full potential of intra-regional trade across the subcontinent. At the summit themed; “Unlocking […] The post Nigeria champions enhanced West African air connectivity at WAES 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Nigerian Varsities Must Confront Global Challenges, Says ASE VC

The Vice Chancellor of the African School of Economics, the Pan-African University of Excellence, Abuja, Professor Mahfouz Adedimeji, has called for collaboration among the Nigerian universities on the need to confront global challenges. Adedimeji made the call in an  address titled: “Ideas Rule the World”, which he delivered at the fourth Public Lecture of the […]

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69 h. ago Abuja Catholic Women Pledge Commitment To Members’ Welfare Celebrates 2025 Day

Catholic women in Abuja have stressed their commitment to promoting the spiritual, social, and economic well-being of Abuja women through vocational skills training and care for widows and the vulnerable. The president of the Catholic Women Organisation (CWO), Kubwa Chairperson Princess (Dr) Joan Jummai Idonijie JP, revealed this at the Abuja Archdiocese 2025 Day celebration […]

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3 d. ago Diezani Forfeited Property: EFCC denies disobeying Court order

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday denied disobeying order of Justice Musa Liman of the Federal High Court, Abuja directing its operatives to vacate a property situated at House 6, Aso Drive, Asokoro, Abuja. EFCC Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, in a statement argued that while it was not in […] The post Diezani Forfeited Property: EFCC denies disobeying Court order appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago FG inaugurates board of NPA, admonishes on transparency, alignment with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Federal Government of Nigeria, on Monday, June 30, 2025, officially inaugurated an 11-member board of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) in Abuja. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, noted that the event marks a critical step in strengthening the governance structures of Nigeria’s maritime institutions and positioning […] The post FG inaugurates board of NPA, admonishes on transparency, alignment with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Atiku, Others Honour Pacesetters’ Graduates, Task Nigeria On Education

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on Nigeria to prioritise education, describing it as the key to unlocking the country’s immense potential and achieving sustainable socio-economic development. Abubakar, who stated this in Abuja yesterday, at the Graduation and Prize-Giving Day of Pacesetters’ School, Abuja, stressed that adequate funding and a curriculum that promotes entrepreneurship […]

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4 d. ago Abuja Motor Fair to mark 25th edition with strategic push for economic development

By Moses Akaigwe The Managing Director of BKG Exhibitions, Mr. Ifeanyichukwu Agwu, has announced that the highly anticipated 25th edition of the Abuja Motor Fair will be held from November 24 to 28, 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital. Speaking at a press briefing recently, Agwu described the upcoming edition as a landmark celebration, not […] The post Abuja Motor Fair to mark 25th edition with strategic push for economic development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Afreximbank development finance exposure to Nigeria hits $52bn

Tribune Online Afreximbank development finance exposure to Nigeria hits $52bn This was disclosed on Friday by Mr Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, at the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings 2025 (AAM2025) in Abuja. Afreximbank development finance exposure to Nigeria hits $52bn Tribune Online

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8 d. ago I’m Impressed With Ongoing Infrastructural Transformation In FCT — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has said his administration was proud of the ongoing transformation in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to pump life into its economy and foster social wellbeing. Tinubu stated this in Abuja on Wednesday while inaugurating the newly constructed Interchange that linked Wole Soyinka Way (Arterial Road N20) to Murtala Mohammed Expressway. The […]

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8 d. ago Wike Is Unlocking Abuja’s Economic Potential Through Infrastructure – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has praised Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for delivering key infrastructure projects that are unlocking Abuja’s economic and housing potential. Speaking through Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin during the commissioning of the road linking Idu to Zuba on Tuesday, Tinubu said the project aligns with his administration’s second anniversary […] The post Wike Is Unlocking Abuja’s Economic Potential Through Infrastructure – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Nigeria’s first National Export Trading Company set to berth

In a defining move to restructure Nigeria’s trade infrastructure and unlock export potential, Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and read more Nigeria’s first National Export Trading Company set to berth

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1 week ago Nigeria’s infrastructure deficit: A call for capital mobilisation

Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation and one of its largest economies, stands at a pivotal crossroads. Despite its immense potential read more Nigeria’s infrastructure deficit: A call for capital mobilisation

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1 week ago Tinubu hands over ECOWAS chairmanship to Sierra Leone President

As Bio pledges to restore democracy, boost security, and drive economic integration as new chair From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu on Sunday formally handed over the Chairmanship of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to President Julius Bio of Sierra Leone during the 67th Ordinary Session of ECOWAS held […] The post Tinubu hands over ECOWAS chairmanship to Sierra Leone President appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu hands over ECOWAS chairmanship to Sierra Leone’s President

As Bio pledges to restore democracy, boost security, and drive economic integration as new chair From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu on Sunday formally handed over the Chairmanship of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to President Julius Bio of Sierra Leone during the 67th Ordinary Session of ECOWAS held […] The post Tinubu hands over ECOWAS chairmanship to Sierra Leone’s President appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu committed to creating conducive environment for youths to excel —Minister

Tribune Online Tinubu committed to creating conducive environment for youths to excel —Minister THE Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, has reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to creating an environment that enables Nigerian youths to thrive economically. Speaking in Abuja during a courtesy visit by the National President of the Tinubu Young Generation Forum, Mr. Kevin Timothy, the minister noted that the president’s Renewed Hope Agenda […] Tinubu committed to creating conducive environment for youths to excel —Minister Tribune Online

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1 week ago Mercy Johnson shuts down health rumours, steps out for 68th UN Tourism CAF gala night

Tribune Online Mercy Johnson shuts down health rumours, steps out for 68th UN Tourism CAF gala night Mercy Johnson has silenced the chatter surrounding her health as she attended the prestigious 68th UN Tourism CAF Gala Night in Abuja. Invited by the Minister of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, the actress radiated confidence and glamour at the star‑studded event. Rumours linking her recent weight loss to a serious illness had circulated […] Mercy Johnson shuts down health rumours, steps out for 68th UN Tourism CAF gala night Tribune Online

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1 week ago Benue governor’s aide arrested for alleged sextortion in job recruitment

By Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Makurdi Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested the Special Adviser to the Executive Governor of Benue State on Documentation, Research, and Planning, Dr Mkor Aondona, for alleged sextortion and cyber bullying. He was arrested on Friday, June 20, 2025, in Makurdi following […] The post Benue governor’s aide arrested for alleged sextortion in job recruitment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago WAES Reflects Nigeria’s Commitment To Inclusive Growth In West Africa – Bianca Ojukwu

Minister of state for foreign affairs, Bianca Odumegwu- Ojukwu, has said the ongoing West African Economic Summit (WAES) in Abuja reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region-wide collaboration for collective development. The minister stated this in her remarks at the opening ceremony of the summit in Abuja yesterday, stressing that it was initiated by President […]

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1 week ago WAES reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region wide collaboration – FG

…Says summit, a landmark moment  From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja   The Federal Government, has said the West African Economic Summit (WAES) reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region-wide collaboration, bringing together, all West African countries, irrespective of institutional alignments, to confront shared challenges and seize the opportunities that await the sub-region.   The Minister of […] The post WAES reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region wide collaboration – FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago EFCC arrests 19 suspected internet fraudsters in Cross River, Akwa Ibom

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday arrested 13 suspected internet fraudsters at Atimbo and Lemna Trailer Park areas of Calabar in Cross River State. Six others were arrested on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Idoro in Akwa Ibom State for their […] The post EFCC arrests 19 suspected internet fraudsters in Cross River, Akwa Ibom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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