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World Bank upgrades Nigeria, other African countries' 2026 economic growth forecast
The World Bank has upgraded its 2026 economic growth forecast for Nigeria and other African countries to 4.3 percent from 4.1 percent. The international lender disclosed this in its Africa Economic Update report, released on Tuesday. The African countries that received upgraded growth forecasts include Nigeria, Zambia, Ethiopia and Angola. The World Bank cited stronger World Bank upgrades Nigeria, other African countries' 2026 economic growth forecast
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Christmas comes early for Ondo community as LG Electronics donates 21st solar-powered borehole
What began as a commitment to bring clean water closer to underserved communities has reached a significant milestone for LG Electronics with the commissioning of its 21st solar-powered borehole at Osan Agba, Oke Oka Akoko, Ondo State. In Oke Oka Akoko, however, the significance of the intervention is not simply in the number, rather it's Christmas comes early for Ondo community as LG Electronics donates 21st solar-powered borehole
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Abia govt revokes estate building permit in Umuahia over flooding, structural defect
The Abia State Government has revoked the building permit for Trademore Housing Estate, Ubani, Umuahia, saying that the development of estate was riddled with planning and regulatory infractions. The actions of the state government is coming one week after the residents of the estate protested in Umuahia township over flood disaster and infrastructural challenges in Abia govt revokes estate building permit in Umuahia over flooding, structural defect
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2028 Olympics Qualifier: Super Falcons camp swells to 18 players ahead of Comoros clash
The Super Falcons camp in Ijebu Ode is gradually filling up ahead of Nigeria's 2028 Olympic Games qualifier against Comoros, with 18 players now in camp. The latest arrivals are Toni Payne, Christy Ucheibe, and Janet Akekoromowei, who joined the team as preparations intensify for the crucial encounter. Fourteen players took part in the team's 2028 Olympics Qualifier: Super Falcons camp swells to 18 players ahead of Comoros clash
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Lagos seals 14 properties for discharging untreated sewage into public drains
The Lagos State Government has sealed 14 properties across Ikotun, Ikoyi, Isheri-Osun, Lagos Island, Ikorodu and Amuwo-Odofin for allegedly discharging untreated sewage into public drains and carrying out other wastewater management violations. According to the statement by the Lagos government, the action was carried out by the Lagos State Wastewater Management Office, LSWMO, as part Lagos seals 14 properties for discharging untreated sewage into public drains
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Russia vs Nigeria: Live updates from Super Eagles' international friendly
Nigerias last game in the current international window will be a friendly against Russia on Tuesday evening. Last Friday, the Super Eagles lost 3-0 to Guinea-Bissau in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifying fixture. They will be looking to bounce back against the Russians in Novgorod. The European country already beat Iran and Russia vs Nigeria: Live updates from Super Eagles international friendly
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Ballon d'Or 2026: 'There's no outright favourite, give it to Messi' – Arshavin tells organisers
Former Arsenal player Andrey Arshavin has said that Lionel Messi merits the 2026 Ballon dOr award. The Russian contended that no clear favourite exists for this prestigious individual accolade and maintained that the Argentina captain should receive the honour based on his performances during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Arshavins position diverges from the prevailing Ballon dOr 2026: Theres no outright favourite, give it to Messi Arshavin tells organisers
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Laide Bakare cries out over alleged maltreatment of her children with ex-husband [VIDEO]
Nollywood actress, Laide Bakare has cried out over the safety of her children with ex-husband, Mutairu Atanda Orilowo. DAILY POST reports that Laide Bakare got married to Mutairu Atanda Orilowo, her second husband in 2013 and had two sons with him after divorce from her first husband, Olumide Kunfulire in 2012. However, speaking in an Laide Bakare cries out over alleged maltreatment of her children with ex-husband [VIDEO]
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2027: We've started distributing non-sensitive materials to states – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, says it has commenced the distribution of non-sensitive materials to some states. INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, made this known on Tuesday in Abuja at a national stakeholders' meeting convened to mark 100 days to the 2027 general election. He said that offshore production and fleets contracts have been 2027: Weve started distributing non-sensitive materials to states INEC
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'I'm medically, scientifically blind, but I can see' — Fr Mbaka recounts doctors' shock
Catholic priest and founder of Adoration Ministry, Enugu Nigeria, AMEN, Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka, has recounted what he described as a "medical and scientific mystery" involving his eyesight. Mbaka said doctors had informed him that the condition of both his eyes had deteriorated beyond the level of legal blindness, yet he could still see, read 'I'm medically, scientifically blind, but I can see' — Fr Mbaka recounts doctors' shock
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Benue gives two-week ultimatum to owners of unauthorised billboards
The Benue State Government Signage and Advertisement Agency, the Benue State Internal Revenue Service (BIRS) and the Urban Development Board have given individuals, groups and political parties that mounted unauthorised billboards across the state a two-week ultimatum to regularise them and pay the prescribed fees. This was contained in a statement on Tuesday by the Benue gives two-week ultimatum to owners of unauthorised billboards
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Emefiele: Ministry did not approve withdrawal of N124.86bn by CBN- EFCC witness tells court
A witness of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ali Mohammed has told the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory that the N124.86 billion withdrawn from the Consolidated Revenue Account by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN under Godwin Emefiele did not pass through the Federal Ministry of Finance. The witness, who is Emefiele: Ministry did not approve withdrawal of N124.86bn by CBN- EFCC witness tells court
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Portugal: João Cancelo declares stance on Cristiano Ronaldo's situation
Portugal defender, João Cancelo, has taken a stance regarding the potential return of Cristiano Ronaldo to the Portuguese national team in the forthcoming FIFA break. This is following the recent institutional challenges involving the 41-year-old and head coach Jorge Jesus. Portugal successfully recovered from a deficit to defeat Norway 2-1, thereby securing their advancement to Portugal: João Cancelo declares stance on Cristiano Ronaldos situation
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Supporters of Anambra pastor accused of marrying 75 wives attack journalists in court
There was mild drama at the Anambra State High Court, Awka, on Tuesday as persons suspected to be supporters and church members of the General Overseer of Dayspring Assembly, Awada-Obosi, Pastor Harrison Anazodo, attacked journalists and cameramen. The men were trying to smuggle to shield the pastor from being captured by journalists. Anazodo was arrested Supporters of Anambra pastor accused of marrying 75 wives attack journalists in court
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Police rescue suspected abductor from being lynched in Abuja
Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Police Command have rescued one Bashir Usman from being lynched by an irate mob for allegedly attempting to abduct a five-year-old child. SP Josephine Adeh, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Command said in a statement she issued on Tuesday that the incident occurred on Saturday, October Police rescue suspected abductor from being lynched in Abuja
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Nigeria calls up MK Dons captain, Omenazu
MK Dons captain, Favour Omenazu has been given her first international call-up following her decision to represent Nigeria rather than England. Omenazu has been included in the Super Falcons roster for their 2028 Olympic qualifying double-header against Comoros. MK Dons announced Omenazus invitation via its official website, acknowledging the defenders selection for the crucial African Nigeria calls up MK Dons captain, Omenazu
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