4 d. ago Democracy Day: LCCI Emphasises Stable Political Environment For Business Growth

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has underscored the critical role that a stable political environment plays in facilitating business success in Nigeria. The Chamber stated this in celebrating Democracy Day. The director-general of LCCI, Dr. Chinyere Almona, emphasised that a stable political climate is essential for fostering economic growth, attracting investments, and […]

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4 d. ago Nigeria secures €850,000 from France to tackle plastic pollution

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The French government has announced a donation of €850,000 to assist Nigeria address plastic pollution through recycling. Beyond the funding, the French government said it would help Nigerian universities with recycling plastic and micro plants. The Deputy French Ambassador to Nigeria, Jean-François Hasperue, stated this at a plastic waste awareness programme […] The post Nigeria secures €850,000 from France to tackle plastic pollution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Democracy Day: I’ll ensure Cross River reaps reward of thriving democracy – Otu

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State governor, Bassey Otu, says he will ensure the state reaps the reward of a thriving democracy. Governor Otu, who made this known in a statement to mark this year’s Democracy Day, promised to foster an environment in the state where the citizens can freely express themselves. “Democracy […] The post Democracy Day: I’ll ensure Cross River reaps reward of thriving democracy – Otu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Govt should implement, enforce policies against plastic misuse —NIEE

Tribune Online Govt should implement, enforce policies against plastic misuse —NIEE The Nigerian Institution of Environmental Engineers (NIEE) has advised that the government should implement and enforce policies against plastic misuse in the country. This was stated during the Engr. Bolarinwa James Olowe Annual Inter-Secondary Schools Competition held at University of Ibadan, Ibadan. The competition is meant to address environmental challenges related to plastic pollution in […] Govt should implement, enforce policies against plastic misuse —NIEE Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Bullish Trading Propels Equities Market To N1.81trn Gains In 4 Days

The Nigerian equities market ended the first trading week in the month of June on a strong bullish momentum, with the overall capitalisation up by N1.81 trillion. Gains were recorded in all four trading sessions, underpinned by renewed investor interest in financial services, energy, telecoms, and FMCG stocks. The rally was largely driven by portfolio […]

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7 d. ago World Environment Day: STL Capital Group drives plastic waste awareness in Lagos market

In commemoration of World Environment Day 2025, STL Capital Group, in collaboration with the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), led read more World Environment Day: STL Capital Group drives plastic waste awareness in Lagos market

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9 d. ago ‘Dangote Petrochemicals Listing To Boost Nigeria’s Stock Market’

Chairman of Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Group, Dr. Umaru Kwairanga, has stated that the upcoming listing of Dangote Petrochemicals on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) will strengthen the country’s stock market. The listing is anticipated to attract investment, increase market capitalisation, and enhance the overall performance of the NGX. By bringing one of Africa’s largest petrochemical companies […]

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9 d. ago Cross River to plant one million trees on World Environment Day 2025

As part of activities marking the 2025 World Environment Day, the Cross River State Government, through the Ministry of Environment, read more Cross River to plant one million trees on World Environment Day 2025

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9 d. ago World Environment Day: Imo govt commissions waste recycling, training centre

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Imo State government has commissioned a waste recycling and training centre which will provide hands-on skills to youths on how to convert plastic, cans, and paper into useful products. While commissioning the skill centre during the celebration of 2025 World Environment Day in Owerri with the theme ” Ending plastic […] The post World Environment Day: Imo govt commissions waste recycling, training centre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Robust Capital Market Crucial For Nigeria’s Economic Prosperity – NGX Chairman

Chairman,  Nigerian Exchange Group, Dr Umaru Kwairanga, says the Nigerian Capital Market has experienced exponential growth since he assumed office in 2022. He reiterated the group’s commitment to deepening Nigeria’s capital market in alignment with President Bola Tinubu’s vision of growing the nation’s GDP to one trillion dollars by 2030. In a statement issued in […]

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1 week ago World Environment Day: Oyo govt launches initiative to address plastic pollution

Tribune Online World Environment Day: Oyo govt launches initiative to address plastic pollution Oyo State Government has used the occasion of this year's World Environment Day to announce the launch of the Oyo Plastic Drive, promoting awareness, incentivising plastic collection, and collaborating with recycling industries. World Environment Day: Oyo govt launches initiative to address plastic pollution Tribune Online

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1 week ago Plastic Waste Has Become A Silent Invader Of Our Homes, Food Chain, Says Olawepo

Tribune Online Plastic Waste Has Become A Silent Invader Of Our Homes, Food Chain, Says Olawepo-Hashim On World Environmental Day Plastic waste has become silent, but dangerous invaders of our homes, oceans and even our food chain. This is the submission of Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim on this year’s environmental day. In a goodwill Message personally signed by him, the frontline politician and former Presidential Candidate affirmed that the theme of this year’s event: “Plastic Pollution […] Plastic Waste Has Become A Silent Invader Of Our Homes, Food Chain, Says Olawepo-Hashim On World Environmental Day Tribune Online

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1 week ago NES Demands Stakeholder Collaboration To Curb Plastic Pollution

The Nigerian Environmental Society (NES) called on stakeholders, government agencies, industry players, civil society organisations, and the public to tackle the country’s escalating plastic waste crisis. Addressing journalists in Abuja, the President of NES, Dr Efegbidiki Okobia also urged them to embrace local innovations and adopt the “5Rs” — rethink, refuse, reuse, reduce, and recycle. […]

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1 week ago World Environment Day: IBEDC sensitises Ibadan students, and market leaders on plastic pollution

Tribune Online World Environment Day: IBEDC sensitises Ibadan students, and market leaders on plastic pollution The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has sensitised students and market leaders on the dangers of plastic pollution in commemoration of the 2025 World Environment Day, with the theme, ‘Beat Plastic Pollution.’ World Environment Day: IBEDC sensitises Ibadan students, and market leaders on plastic pollution Tribune Online

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1 week ago Plastic waste tops agenda as Sterling One Foundation marks World Environment Day

Tribune Online Plastic waste tops agenda as Sterling One Foundation marks World Environment Day With plastic pollution still threatening lives, coastlines, and ecosystems across Nigeria, the Sterling One Foundation is taking concrete steps to tackle the crisis through community-led cleanups, strategic partnerships, and ongoing policy engagement. Earlier this year, the Foundation led a major cleanup at Elegushi Beach under its Beach Adoption Programme, a national initiative that has formally […] Plastic waste tops agenda as Sterling One Foundation marks World Environment Day Tribune Online

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1 week ago World Environment Day 2025: Medplus rallies Nigerians to end plastic pollution

Medplus, a Nigerian retail chain pharmacy, joined its voice to call for the end of plastic pollution globally, starting from read more World Environment Day 2025: Medplus rallies Nigerians to end plastic pollution

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1 week ago World Environment Day: Plastic waste threatens our health, economy, future – Elayo

Urges stakeholders to join forces to tackle menace From Abel Leonard, Lafia In commemoration of World Environment Day 2025, the Nasarawa State Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Hon. Princess Margaret Elayo, has called on all residents, traditional rulers, civil society, and private sector stakeholders to join forces with the government to tackle the growing […] The post World Environment Day: Plastic waste threatens our health, economy, future – Elayo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago With $4bn Market Size, Nigeria’s Islamic Finance Industry To Surge In H2 – Fitch

Fitch Ratings forecasts a boom in Nigeria’s Islamic finance sector from the second half of 2025 through 2026, driven by rising sovereign sukuk issuances and expanding Islamic banking assets following new regulatory measures and liquidity tools introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Following the introduction of liquidity tools for non-interest financial institutions in […]

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1 week ago APM Terminals, GIVO tackle plastic pollution with Apapa recycling facility

APM Terminals Apapa, Nigeria’s largest container terminal, has partnered with waste management startup Garbage In Value Out (GIVO) to launch read more APM Terminals, GIVO tackle plastic pollution with Apapa recycling facility

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2 w. ago FG launches export programme to unlock $1trn global outsourcing market

Tribune Online FG launches export programme to unlock $1trn global outsourcing market "Under the leadership of Dr Oduwole, NATEP represents a strategic move to diversify Nigeria’s economy" FG launches export programme to unlock $1trn global outsourcing market Tribune Online

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