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Enang Urges Nigerians To Be Patient, Says Tinubu Reforms Will Soon Yield Results
Nigeria's Ambassador to Germany, Senator Ita Solomon Enang, has urged Nigerians struggling with the effects of President Bola Tinubu's socio-economic reforms to remain patient, assuring them that the positive impact of the government's reengineering process would soon be felt. Enang said the renewed ties between Nigeria and Germany represented a strategic development initiative that would
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$31bn Risk Premium Threatens Africa's Regional Trade Ambitions
African businesses are increasingly looking to expand across the continent, but high financing costs, limited access to trade finance and gaps in the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) are threatening to constrain regional commerce. This is contained in preliminary findings of the 2026 PAFTRAC Africa CEO Trade Survey presented at the
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"Vacate Offices Immediately" — Kano Govt Orders Retired Civil Servants
The Kano State Government has directed civil servants who have attained the statutory retirement age or completed the required length of service to immediately vacate their offices and hand over their official responsibilities. The directive was contained in Circular No. 10/2026, dated 6 October 2026, and signed by the Permanent Secretary, Establishment, Abba A. Danguguwa,
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2027: I'll Be In Charge, Tackle Corruption If Elected President — Obi
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has pledged to tackle corruption if elected president in the 2027 general election. Obi made the commitment in an interview with the BBC African Service, where he said former President Muhammadu Buhari was unable to fulfil his anti-corruption promises because, in his view, he was
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Ebola: NCDC Strengthens Preparedness As Kenya Confirms Imported Case
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has heightened surveillance and preparedness measures following the confirmation of an imported case of Ebola disease in Kenya. The confirmed case, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has been linked to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), raising concerns over possible international
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Lagos: Four Injured As Container Truck Crashes Into Vehicles, Motorcycles
Four people were critically injured in a multi-vehicle crash involving two container trucks, a commercial bus and nine motorcycles at First Gate, inward Mile 2, Lagos. The crash involved a Mack truck carrying a 40-foot container, another truck carrying a 20-foot container, a commercial bus with registration number AAA 723 YF and nine commercial motorcycles,
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Emotional Story of Top Military Officer Who Died In Ondo NAF Crash Days After Wedding
The death of Squadron Leader Ahamefule Man-Ugwueje, one of the crew members of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) ATR 42 aircraft that crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State, has left behind a tragic story of a newlywed military officer who died barely two weeks after his wedding. Man-Ugwueje reportedly married Flight Lieutenant Damilola Adekunle on 19
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Insurance Act Implementation Restoring International Confidence In Nigeria's Economy – Reps D/Spokesperson
Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Hon. Philip Agbese on Monday, described President Bola Tinubu as the "father of modern insurance reforms" in Nigeria, saying the implementation of the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025 is restoring international confidence in the Nigerian economy. Agbese, a member of the Labour Party from Benue
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2027: INEC Sets Up AI Division To Detect Election Anomalies, Combat Disinformation
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has created a dedicated Artificial Intelligence (AI) Division under its Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Department as part of efforts to strengthen election security and combat disinformation ahead of the 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja while presenting an update on
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Gov Eno Approves Recruitment Of 2,000 Teachers, N1bn Wardrobe Allowance
Towards a functional free basic education system, Governor Umo Eno, has assured of enough leeway into the public schools system by evacuating destitute children on the streets into classrooms to curb the growing numbers of out -of -school children. In addressing the challenges, the governor, under his administrations ARISE Agenda blueprint, has disclosed billions
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EFCC Opposes Diezani's Bid To Use UK Acquittal In Nigerian Asset Case
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has opposed former Minister of Petroleum Resources Diezani Alison-Madueke's attempt to rely on her acquittal by a United Kingdom court in her ongoing legal challenge to the forfeiture and proposed sale of assets linked to her. Recall that Diezani was acquitted of corruption charges in a London court.
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SSANU Gives FG 14-Day Ultimatum Over Salary Arrears
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has issued the federal government a 14-day ultimatum to settle outstanding salary arrears owed its members. The union warned that failure to meet its demands within the period would trigger an indefinite strike without further notice. SSANU national president, Mohammed Ibrahim, disclosed this in a communique issued
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Buhari Was Not In Charge, I'll Tackle Corruption If Elected, Obi Says
Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has pledged to tackle corruption and reform the fuel subsidy regime if elected president in the 2027 general elections. Obi said his approach to fighting corruption would start with him and his family, stressing that those in government must first ensure they are not
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High Chief Shot Dead During Burial Ceremony In Ondo
A traditional High Chief has been shot dead during a burial ceremony in Ayeka, Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State. The incident occurred on Tuesday while traditional funeral rites were being performed for another deceased High Chief in the community. According to sources, some participants were reportedly firing guns into the air as part
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Brand Deal Dispute: 22BET Sues Comedian Sabinus Over €40,750 Advance
Popular Nigerian comedian and brand influencer Emmanuel Chukwuebuka Ejekwu, popularly known as Oga Sabinus, has been dragged before the Lagos State High Court for allegedly failing to provide marketing and promotional services after receiving a €40,750 advance under a brand ambassador agreement with hospitality firm Arcadia Hospitality Limited, also known as 22BET. The company is
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Airforce ATR-42 Crash: National Tragedy That Must Be lnvestigated – Conference Of Speakers
The chairman, Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, (COSSLN), Hon. Dennis Guwor, has described the the tragic crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in Ondo state on Monday, involving 32 persons on board as a national tragedy and a painful blow to the Nigerian Armed Forces, the aviation sector and the
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