92 m. ago CBN ends loan waivers, orders banks to submit capital plans July 14

Tribune Online CBN ends loan waivers, orders banks to submit capital plans July 14 As Nigeria advances toward its March 2026 bank recapitalisation deadline, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a decisive end to COVID-era regulatory forbearance and loan waivers, signaling a return to stricter oversight and stronger capital standards. In a circular dated June 20, 2025 and signed by the Director of Banking Supervision, Dr. Olubukola […] CBN ends loan waivers, orders banks to submit capital plans July 14 Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Immersive tech to revolutionise African construction safety –Expert

A United States-based Nigerian construction management expert, Dr. Opeyemi Oyeyipo has advocates for integrating immersive technologies like Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Metaverse into Africa’s construction industry. This, he believes, will reduce workplace fatalities and enhance project delivery timelines. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Oyeyipo, a Senior Lecturer at the University […] The post Immersive tech to revolutionise African construction safety –Expert appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Woman among women: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie celebrated by ATP, calls for Igbo unity at Things Fall Apart Festival 2025

By Adebowale Johnson For global literary icon, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, it is yet another golden feather to her glittering hat. She has been inducted as an Honorary Fellow of the Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria (ATPN), in recognition of her remarkable contributions to promoting Nigeria’s cultural identity through literature. Her works, which have earned […] The post Woman among women: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie celebrated by ATP, calls for Igbo unity at Things Fall Apart Festival 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago World Population Day: Empowering young people to create families they want in a fair world leads conversation on Friday

Tribune Online World Population Day: Empowering young people to create families they want in a fair world leads conversation on Friday Friday, July 11 is the 2025 commemoration of the World Population Day, an annual event, observed to raise awareness on global population issues such as family planning, gender equality, poverty, maternal health as well as human rights; it encourages worldwide attention to population issues, aiming to promote sustainable development and well-being. The event, established by […] World Population Day: Empowering young people to create families they want in a fair world leads conversation on Friday Tribune Online

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5 h. ago CAF unveils Danone FanMilk as official partners of AFCON 2025, WAFCON 2024

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and Danone, a global leader in food and nutrition in Africa, have announced an agreement making Danone FanMilk an official partner of the ongoing WAFCON 2024 and the forthcoming AFCON 2025.     CAF President Patrice Motsepe said, “CAF is pleased to welcome Danone as one of its official […] The post CAF unveils Danone FanMilk as official partners of AFCON 2025, WAFCON 2024 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Starlink partners Nigerian firm to bridge internet connectivity gaps for businesses

Tribune Online Starlink partners Nigerian firm to bridge internet connectivity gaps for businesses TecPoint Global Solutions Ltd has announced its official partnership with Starlink as one of only two licensed Internet Service Providers (ISPs) selected to... Starlink partners Nigerian firm to bridge internet connectivity gaps for businesses Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Israeli strike kills three near Tripoli in latest blow to fragile Lebanon ceasefire

An Israeli airstrike on a vehicle near the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli has killed at least three people and read more Israeli strike kills three near Tripoli in latest blow to fragile Lebanon ceasefire

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8 h. ago Tor Tiv seeks international community intervention in Benue genocide

Advocates formation of BENATA Forum From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Apparently piqued by the continuous gruesome killing of Benue citizens, the Paramount Ruler of the Tiv nation, Orcivirigh Prof. James Ayatse, has called on the international community to intervene and save the poor farmers from what he continues to refer to as “genocidal invasion and land […] The post Tor Tiv seeks international community intervention in Benue genocide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Gov Otu Pledges To Make Cross River Nigeria’s Coffee Capital

Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu has promised to make the state Nigeria’s coffee capital to emerge as a major player in the global coffee market. Governor Otu made the pledge during the launch of 30 million coffee seedlings project at the Executive Chambers of the Governor’s Office in Calabar, on Tuesday. Otu stated […]

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8 h. ago FCT Police Warn Against Use Of Covered Plate Number, Tinted Glass

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has warned against the use of covered number plates, vowing to arrest any vehicle driving with closed number plate. The Command also warned that vehicles without proper permit for tinted glasses would be subjected to thorough checks and investigation. Spokesperson of the FCT Command, SP Josephine Adeh said […]

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10 h. ago ‘The World Has Left Us Behind’, FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe Laments Nigeria’s Poor Female Representation

The Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the National Assembly, Ireti Kingibe, has expressed concern over Nigeria’s poor global ranking in women’s political representation, stressing that the country lags behind not just globally but also within Africa despite being touted as the continent’s giant. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television on Tuesday, […]

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10 h. ago FRC advocates financial discipline, transparency by 36 states, LGs

Tribune Online FRC advocates financial discipline, transparency by 36 states, LGs The Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) has called for accelerated application and domestication of the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA) across the... FRC advocates financial discipline, transparency by 36 states, LGs Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Kaduna govt partners UN, UK, World Bank to rebuild education system

Tribune Online Kaduna govt partners UN, UK, World Bank to rebuild education system The Kaduna State Government is set to host a high-level international education summit, EduPACT 2025, from July 9 to 11, which will bring together global development partners, government agencies... Kaduna govt partners UN, UK, World Bank to rebuild education system Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Nigeria wins global top prize for digital education initiative

By Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigeria has emerged the winner of the 2025 World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prize in Category C3 (Access to Information and Knowledge), with its Digital Awareness Programme (DAP), a flagship initiative of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The announcement was made on Monday, July 7, at the WSIS Prizes […] The post Nigeria wins global top prize for digital education initiative appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Group Reaffirms Drive To Shape Africa’s Next Generation Of Leaders Through Education

A non-governmental organisation, i-Scholars Initiative (iSI), has restated its resolve to empower Africa’s youth for leadership through global education and strategic investment in talent. Speaking at the 2025 iScholars onboarding event of 100 scholars under the theme: “Expanding Pipeline of Change Agents to Transform Africa”, iSI President, Victor Ogunmola, stressed the urgency of bridging opportunity […]

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14 h. ago China backs Nigeria’s crackdown on cybercrime, pledges stronger cooperation on cases involving citizens

The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has expressed strong support for Nigeria’s ongoing crackdown on telecommunications and online fraud, particularly as read more China backs Nigeria’s crackdown on cybercrime, pledges stronger cooperation on cases involving citizens

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15 h. ago Port Harcourt multibillion naira comedy industry attracts global attention as K.O Baba raises stakes

The comedy industry in Port Harcourt is said to have grown into multibillions per year and is now attracting global read more Port Harcourt multibillion naira comedy industry attracts global attention as K.O Baba raises stakes

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17 h. ago Investment summit will open up Bauchi, grow economy — Gov Bala

Tribune Online Investment summit will open up Bauchi, grow economy — Gov Bala Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has emphasised the importance of the planned International Investment Summit, stressing that it will showcase the state and open it up to diversified investment opportunities. Investment summit will open up Bauchi, grow economy — Gov Bala Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Experts Advocate Legal Framework For Order Of Precedence In Nigeria

Protocol professionals in Nigeria gathered virtually over the weekend for a key session organised by the Association of Certified Protocol Practitioners of Nigeria (ACPPN). The online event featured a powerful presentation by U.S.-based protocol and international engagement consultant, Feyisola Adetunji. Adetunji, speaking to a diverse audience of protocol officers, event planners, and government officials, stressed […]

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20 h. ago CSOs Defend NEPC Boss Amid Alleged Lapses In Promotion Exercise

Civil Society Groups for Good Governance (CSGGG) has defended the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) and its executive director/CEO, Mrs Nonye Ayeni, against recent allegations surrounding the agency’s forthcoming promotion examinations. Addressing newsmen yesterday in Abuja, Comrade Ogakwu Dominic, president of CSGGG, described the allegations as “premature, speculative, and unfounded,” emphasising that the promotion exercise […]

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