12 h. ago N32,000 pension increment: We’re not part of any planned protest — NUP

Tribune Online N32,000 pension increment: We’re not part of any planned protest — NUP The National Leadership of the Nigerian Union of Pensioners (NUP) has strongly disassociated itself from any planned protest over the recently approved ₦32,000 pension increment by the Federal Government... N32,000 pension increment: We’re not part of any planned protest — NUP Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Refuse dumping: Lagos govt seals Afolabi Ege Plantain Market indefinitely

By John Ogunsemore The Lagos State Government has sealed off the Afolabi Ege Plantain Market indefinitely over illegal waste disposal. Managing Director, Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin disclosed this in a statement shared on X on Thursday. He said the action was taken after LAWMA’s Public Waste Operations Team discovered the market […] The post Refuse dumping: Lagos govt seals Afolabi Ege Plantain Market indefinitely appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Otedola buys out Otudeko, increases stake in First HoldCo to 36.7%

From Chukwuma Umeorah Femi Otedola, Chairman of First Bank Holding Company (First HoldCo), has acquired a significant additional stake in the group, increasing his ownership to approximately 36.7 per cent. This follows the acquisition of 10.43 billion shares, amounting to about 24.9 per cent of the company’s total outstanding shares, in an off-market transaction executed […] The post Otedola buys out Otudeko, increases stake in First HoldCo to 36.7% appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago ITFA Trains Over 50 MSMEs In Northeast For Global Market Access

The International Trade Facilitators Association (ITFA), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has trained over 50 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Northeast zone on right structures, knowledge, and frameworks to align with financing and international standards to enable them scale their businesses and access global markets. The training under […]

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18 h. ago Don’t come back after others have rebuilt PDP – Wike’s aide tells Atiku

By John Ogunsemore Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications to the FCT Minister, Lere Olayinka said former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s presidential ambition destroyed the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Olayinka said this as a guest on Channels Television‘s Sunrise Daily programme on Thursday. On Wednesday, Atiku announced he had quit the PDP effective Monday, July […] The post Don’t come back after others have rebuilt PDP – Wike’s aide tells Atiku appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Ebonyi Farmers Protest Distribution Of Fertiliser, Others To Politicians

Rural farmers in Ishielu local government area of Ebonyi State have alleged the distribution of fertilisers and other farm inputs by the council chairman, Mrs. Peace Agwu, to political cronies, friends and relations. They said her action denied the real farmers access to the inputs provided by Governor Francis Nwifuru. The farmers told LEADERSHIP after […]

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19 h. ago Zenith becomes Nigeria’s second most valuable bank after GTCO

Zenith Bank Plc has emerged as Nigeria’s second biggest bank by market capitalisation, closely following Guarantee Trust Holding Company Plc, read more Zenith becomes Nigeria’s second most valuable bank after GTCO

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21 h. ago TETFund moves to provide solution to energy crisis in tertiary institutions

Tribune Online TETFund moves to provide solution to energy crisis in tertiary institutions ..set to begin special intervention in Agric universities IN the face of the energy crisis and soaring costs, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has commenced deliberate moves to ensure uninterrupted power supply in public tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The intervention agency had accordingly inaugurated a high-powered Steering Committee on Alternative Energy Solutions, the report […] TETFund moves to provide solution to energy crisis in tertiary institutions Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Landlord cries out over alleged attempt to hijack property in Abuja, accuses Police of complicity

By Phillip Nwosu A property owner, Mr. Abdulahi Abdurrahman Yahaya, has raised the alarm over what he describes as an orchestrated attempt by a tenant, in connivance with some officers of the Nigeria Police Force, to fraudulently take over his property located in Gwarinpa, Abuja. Yahaya, who is calling for urgent intervention by the Inspector […] The post Landlord cries out over alleged attempt to hijack property in Abuja, accuses Police of complicity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Zamfara Assembly Crisis: Lawyers Sue Tinubu, AGF, Others, Seek State Of Emergency

Some lawyers have approached a Federal High Court in Abuja For an order to compel President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara State over the security challenges, community and legislative crises in the state. The plaintiffs in the suit are Reuben Boma, Okoro Nwadiegwu, and the Incorporated Trustees of One Love […]

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27 h. ago FG frowns at multiple accreditation bodies to universities, says practice unacceptable

Tribune Online FG frowns at multiple accreditation bodies to universities, says practice unacceptable The Federal Government has expressed dissatisfaction with the current multiple accreditation bodies to universities, saying the practice where over 25 professional bodies seek to accredit courses in universities at the expense of the institutions is unacceptable. Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa, speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja, strongly condemned the unwieldy process and […] FG frowns at multiple accreditation bodies to universities, says practice unacceptable Tribune Online

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31 h. ago Wuse market traders protest extortion, seek Wike’s intervention

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Some members of the Wuse Market Traders Association in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, have accused the Chairman of the association, Mr Raphael Okorie, of illegal extortion, unauthorised construction of shops, and poor leadership practices. The traders, who spoke under the aegis of a concerned group within the market, made the […] The post Wuse market traders protest extortion, seek Wike’s intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Naira strengthens further to N1,537/$ in black market, narrows FX gap

The naira on Wednesday appreciated further in the parallel market, narrowing the exchange rate gap between the official and unofficial read more Naira strengthens further to N1,537/$ in black market, narrows FX gap

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33 h. ago Naira rebounds to N1,518/$ as banks lift ban on naira card dollar spending

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The naira gained ground against the dollar on Monday, closing at N1,518/$ on the official market, a level it has not seen in the last four months. The local currency’s rally signals a return of confidence to Nigeria’s foreign exchange market, coming after weeks of steady interventions by the Central Bank […] The post Naira rebounds to N1,518/$ as banks lift ban on naira card dollar spending appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago It’s Shameful Our Leaders Seek Medical Care, Die In Foreign Hospitals — NMA

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has decried the growing trend of Nigerian political leaders seeking medical care abroad, saying it is a major indictment on the country’s crumbling health system. NMA’s first vice president, Dr. Benjamin Olowojebutu stated this during an interview on Arise Television, monitored by our correspondent, Tuesday night. Dr. Olowojebutu lamented the […]

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35 h. ago Ireti Kingibe blinded by spirit of looming defeat — Wike’s aide

Tribune Online Ireti Kingibe blinded by spirit of looming defeat — Wike’s aide Wike is not in the company of frustrated politicians like Ireti 'Kingibe' who is treating her aides like slaves, refusing to pay their wages... Ireti Kingibe blinded by spirit of looming defeat — Wike’s aide Tribune Online

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39 h. ago Inside Imo’s plan to equip 100,000 youths for global tech market

If you had to guess where Africa’s next big wave of software talent would come from, chances are you wouldn’t read more Inside Imo’s plan to equip 100,000 youths for global tech market

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41 h. ago Pop Mart: Labubu doll maker projects 350% profit in six months

Tribune Online Pop Mart: Labubu doll maker projects 350% profit in six months The company currently operates over 2,000 locations globally, including more than 40 stores in the United States, a market where Labubu sales surged by 5,000% in June. Pop Mart: Labubu doll maker projects 350% profit in six months Tribune Online

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42 h. ago Jumia Eyes $204bn Retail Media Market With Mirakl Ads Rollout

Jumia, Africa’s leading e-commerce platform, has re-platformed its advertising operations to Mirakl Ads as it sets its sights on a share of the rapidly growing global retail media market, which is projected to reach $204 billion by 2027. With this rollout, Jumia aims to transform its marketplace advertising strategy, unlocking new revenue streams, boosting seller […]

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49 h. ago Experts seek end to war risk tag costing Nigeria $500m annually

•Urge global lobbying to scrap punitive surcharges By Steve Agbota                                    styvenchy@yahoo.com    Maritime and trade enthusiasts are genuinely worried over the scathing charges slapped on Nigerian shippers by offshore insurance firms despite the country being declared piracy-free since […] The post Experts seek end to war risk tag costing Nigeria $500m annually appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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