Forgery: Tinubu, His Cabinet, And The DSS Must Be Held Accountable, Says Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on President Bola Tinubu to henceforth treat matters such as certificate forgery allegations …
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Tinubu Accepts Minister Nnaji*s Resignation
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has accepted the resignation of Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, following …
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Tinubu Rejects Transport Technology, Library Trust Fund Bills
From Victor Osula, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has declined assent to the Nigeria Institute of Transport Technology (Establishment) Bill, 2025, …
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Kogi Draws Battle Line With Bandits To Protect Lives, Property
From Joseph Amedu, Lokoja The Kogi State Government has drawn battle line with Bandits to protect the lives and property …
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NUJ Commends DSS for Prompt Release of Journalists
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has lauded the Directorate of Security Services, DSS for their prompt release of two …
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SERAR Urges Governors, Wike To Explain N14trn Subsidy Savings
By Ayo Kehinde The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged Nigeria’s 36 state governors and the Minister of …
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World Bank Raises 2025 Growth Forecast For Nigeria, Ethiopia To 3.8%, Sub-Saharan Africa To Expand By 4.4%
From Victor Osula, Abuja The World Bank has raised its 2025 growth forecast for Nigeria and Ethiopia to 3.8%, underscoring an improving macroeconomic outlook across Sub-Saharan Africa driven by easing inflation, stabilised currencies, and renewed investor confidence. According to the Bank’s Africa Pulse report released on Tuesday, Sub-Saharan Africa is projected to grow 3.8% in 2025, up from an April estimate of 3.5%. Growth is expected to average 4.4% in 2026–2027, slightly above previous forecasts. “These favourable conditions are fuelling a recovery in private consumption and investment,” the Bank said, while warning that fiscal consolidation and persistent debt pressures could constrain momentum. Andrew Dabalen, the World Bank’s Chief Economist for Africa, noted that inflation has moderated significantly across the region, …
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CBN Sets N1.2m Daily Transaction Limit For POS Agents
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced new guidelines for Point-of-Sale (POS) agents across the country, introducing a daily transaction limit of N1.2 million as part of efforts to strengthen oversight and standardise operations within the fast-growing agent banking sector. The rule, contained in the Revised Regulatory Framework for Agent Banking, updates the 2020 version and reflects the CBN’s ongoing push to manage risks associated with cash handling, curb fraud, and improve transparency in last-mile financial services. Since its formal recognition in 2013, agent banking has become one of the strongest drivers of financial inclusion in Nigeria. Over the years, POS agents have expanded access to cash withdrawal, bill payment, and fund transfer services in both urban and rural …
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Nigeria Eco Summit* Why We Established N200bn Intervention Fund For MSMEs, Manufacturers, Says Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has explained why his administration established the ₦200 billion intervention fund to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and manufacturers, saying it became necessary to assist them in boosting competitiveness and addressing structural challenges. He said beyond the GDP growth of 4.23 per cent recorded in September 2025, the economic reforms spearheaded by his administration have started yielding tangible results across sectors, surpassing projections from multilateral agencies and indigenous economic experts. President Tinubu who stated this in Abuja on Monday when he officially declared open the 31st Nigerian Economic Summit, noted that the belief in the nation’s economic experts had been the magic wand behind his administration’s ongoing reforms. Represented at the summit by his …
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Nigeria Unveils New Livestock Policy At FAO Forum In Rome
From Victor Osula, Abuja Nigeria has launched a new Livestock Development Policy aimed at improving feed systems and boosting productivity in the livestock sector. The policy was unveiled by the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, at the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) Global Forum for Animal Feed and Feed Regulators in Rome. Maiha said the initiative focuses on enhancing feed quality and strengthening supply chains to increase productivity, improve animal health, and expand access to protein-rich foods needed to combat malnutrition. “The government aims to enhance feed quality and supply chains to boost productivity, improve animal health, and increase the availability of protein-rich foods, which are critical to tackling malnutrition,” he said. According to the minister, the reforms …
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President Tinubu Receives IMO Secretary-General, Reaffirms Commitment to Maritime Development
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has received in audience the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), H.E. Arsenio Dominguez, in lagos. The President reiterated his administration’s commitment to developing Nigeria’s maritime sector as a viable alternative to fossil energy. He noted that the recent signing of the National Maritime Policy was a deliberate step to entrench global best practices and strengthen the competitiveness of the Nigerian maritime industry. In his remarks, the IMO Secretary-General commended the Federal Government of Nigeria for its remarkable achievements in maritime safety and security, particularly in safeguarding the Gulf of Guinea. He assured that the United Nations agency remains ready to collaborate with Nigeria in sustaining the recent successes recorded in the sector. The Minister of …
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UNILAG to Honour Bayelsa Gov, Diri
The University of Lagos Consultancy Services (UNILAG Consult) has announced plans to honour Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, for …
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FG Appeals to ASUU to Suspend Planned Strike
By Ayo Kehinde The Federal Government has appealed to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to shelve its planned …
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INTERPOL Arrests Nigerian Cybercrime Suspect Behind Global Romance Fraud Ring
By Ayo Kehinde The International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) has arrested a Nigerian national in Argentina for his alleged role …
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Nigeria, Qatar Seal Partnership To Combat Illicit Drug Trafficking
By Ayo Kehinde Nigeria and Qatar have strengthened their collaboration in the fight against illicit drug trafficking with the formal …
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Group Nigeria Calls for Collective Action To Amplify Girls’ Voicesl
From Joseph Amedu, Lokoja The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria, has called for collective efforts to amplify girls’ voices, celebrate …
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Army Investigates Akwa Ibom Officer’s Death In Barracks Fire Allegedly Set By Wife
From Victor Osula, Abuja The Nigerian Army has ordered a full-scale investigation into the death of one of its officers, …
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NERD Releases Guidelines for Enrolment of Workers & Students
By Omowumi Samuel The Nigeria Education Repository and Databank (NERD) has released procedures and guidelines for the enrolment of institutions, …
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ASUU Tells FG, No Going Back on Strike
By Ayo Kehinde The Academic Staff Union of Universities has reaffirmed its resolve to begin a two-week nationwide warning strike …
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Tinubu Seeks N’Assembly Approval For $2.35bn Loan, $500m Sovereign Sukuk
From Victor Osula, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has sought the approval of the National Assembly to secure $2.35bn in external …
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FG Trains Kogi Rice Farmers on Modern Processing Techniques
From Joseph Amedu, Lokoja The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) has taken a significant step towards improving …
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