3 h. ago Attacks on schools globally surge by staggering 44%, Nigeria ranks 4th – UN

Attacks on schools in conflict zones around the world have increased by a “staggering 44 per cent” over the past read more Attacks on schools globally surge by staggering 44%, Nigeria ranks 4th – UN

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43 h. ago Zoho sees 75% customer surge in Nigeria on rising demand for AI, privacy tools

A new study revealed that Zoho, a global technology company, has recorded 75 percent customer growth in Nigeria in 2024, read more Zoho sees 75% customer surge in Nigeria on rising demand for AI, privacy tools

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6 d. ago Young, bold, and unafraid: Nigeria’s triple movements for change (1)

Throughtout Nigeria’s history, the voices of her young people have risen again and again to demand change. From the battle for democracy in the 1990s, to the cry against injustice in 2020, and the demand for a new political order in 2023, Nigerian youths have shown that they are not just witnesses to history, but […] The post Young, bold, and unafraid: Nigeria’s triple movements for change (1) appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Rethinking Power Protection: Why Surge Protectors Belong in Every Smart Building

In buildings where technology manages everything, from motion-sensing lights to elevators that recall your preferences, electricity quietly powers the entire system. But when that flow becomes unstable, the consequences can be significant.  Voltage spikes, though often unseen, can damage critical equipment, interrupt services, and lead to costly repairs. As infrastructure becomes increasingly reliant on automation […] The post Rethinking Power Protection: Why Surge Protectors Belong in Every Smart Building appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Ex Anambra South aspirant decries rising insecurity in Nigeria

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri Honourable Chinedu Nsofor, a former Anambra South senatorial aspirant who narrowly escaped abduction recently in Kogi State, has expressed deep concern over the alarming surge in insecurity across Nigeria.  In a strong worded statement, Nsofor highlighted the devastating impact of insecurity on the nation, citing statistics from Amnesty International and the […] The post Ex Anambra South aspirant decries rising insecurity in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Coastal surges sweep away Nigeria coastal community as Commonwealth promise stalls

One morning in June, an ocean surge swept through the village of Apakin, one of Lagos’ last indigenous coastal communities, read more Coastal surges sweep away Nigeria coastal community as Commonwealth promise stalls

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1 week ago Nigeria’s $41 billion foreign reserve rise: A watershed moment for economic recovery and stakeholder confidence

Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves have surged to $41.046 billion as of August 20, 2025, marking the highest level since December read more Nigeria’s $41 billion foreign reserve rise: A watershed moment for economic recovery and stakeholder confidence

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2 w. ago Coastal surges sweep away graves, homes in Nigeria’s coastal community

One morning in June, an ocean surge swept through the village of Apakin, one of Lagos’ last indigenous coastal communities, read more Coastal surges sweep away graves, homes in Nigeria’s coastal community

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2 w. ago US swings to $576m trade surplus with Nigeria amid tariff heat

The United States has posted a $576 million trade surplus with Nigeria in the first half of 2025, reversing a $779 million deficit recorded in the same period of 2024. Fresh figures from the U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Economic Analysis show that a surge in American exports to Nigeria, coupled with weaker […] The post US swings to $576m trade surplus with Nigeria amid tariff heat appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago INEC confirms online registration of 1.379m Nigerians in CVR surge

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced a surge in online registration of voters, confirming that no fewer than 1,379,342 Nigerians have completed their registration on its online portal one week into the ongoing nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR). The statement by INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter […] The post INEC confirms online registration of 1.379m Nigerians in CVR surge appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Analysts Forecast Stronger Naira As External Reserves Hit $41bn

Nigeria’s external reserves have surged to $41 billion, marking the highest level in four years and signalling a promising boost for the country’s economic stability and currency strength. According to the latest data released by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves stood at $41.046 billion as of 20 August 2025 — […]

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3 w. ago Medical women conduct free cataract surgeries for 50 Kaduna residents

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria (MWAN), has provided free cataract surgeries to no fewer than 50 residents of Zaria, Kaduna state. The medical outreach, which included various medical checkups and treatments, was part of the activities to mark the 24th Biennial Conference and Scientific meeting in Zaria. According to the […] The post Medical women conduct free cataract surgeries for 50 Kaduna residents appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Bishop Okonkwo marks 80th birthday with free eye cataract screening, surgery

By Sunday Ani The presiding bishop of The Redeemed Evangelical Mission (TREM), Mike Okonkwo, has gone into partnership with the Eye Foundation Hospital to offer free eye cataract screening and surgery to Nigerians with sight problems in Lagos. The screening, which took place at the church’s headquarters along Gbagada Road, Anthony Village in Lagos recently, […] The post Bishop Okonkwo marks 80th birthday with free eye cataract screening, surgery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Nigeria leads in cyberattack surge as Africa tops global threat

Nigeria has recorded the world’s sharpest rise in cyberattacks, as new data shows Africa has become the most targeted region read more Nigeria leads in cyberattack surge as Africa tops global threat

Events

last month ‘Hot money’ fuels Q1 2025 capital importation, accounting for 92.2% of inflows

Tribune Online ‘Hot money’ fuels Q1 2025 capital importation, accounting for 92.2% of inflows Nigeria’s capital importation surged to its highest level in five years in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, but the growth was overwhelmingly driven by short-term “hot money” flows. Portfolio investments—often speculative and highly sensitive to market shifts—accounted for a dominant 92.2 percent of total inflows, signalling both renewed investor interest and potential volatility ahead. […] ‘Hot money’ fuels Q1 2025 capital importation, accounting for 92.2% of inflows Tribune Online

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