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Five charts show Africa’s best markets of 2025
As the curtains fall on 2025, Africa’s macroeconomic picture tells a story not of uniform recovery, but of divergence. Growth read more Five charts show Africa’s best markets of 2025
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Nigeria records N5.7trn deficit as revenue shortfalls persist in H1
Nigeria recorded a widening fiscal deficit of N5.7 trillion in the first six months of 2025 as the West African read more Nigeria records N5.7trn deficit as revenue shortfalls persist in H1
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Nigeria’s 2026 budget: Consolidation on trial
Nigeria’s 2026 Budget comes at a moment that feels both fragile and decisive. After more than two years of sweeping read more Nigeria’s 2026 budget: Consolidation on trial
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Arthur Mbanefo, Nigeria’s elder statesman, former UN envoy, dies at 95
Arthur Mbanefo, former permanent representative of Nigeria to the United Nations and one of the country’s most respected public figures, read more Arthur Mbanefo, Nigeria’s elder statesman, former UN envoy, dies at 95
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When hospitals shut, care must not: Why Nigeria’s health system needs a ‘great decoupling’
For the umpteenth time in recent memory, the gates of the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) swung shut again to read more When hospitals shut, care must not: Why Nigeria’s health system needs a ‘great decoupling’
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Leadership Beyond Office: How Purpose-Driven Service Is Strengthening Nigeria’s Executive, Legislature and Judiciary
Nigeria’s long-term stability and progress will not be secured by rhetoric or episodic reforms. It will be secured by leaders read more Leadership Beyond Office: How Purpose-Driven Service Is Strengthening Nigeria’s Executive, Legislature and Judiciary
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INEC sets February 21 for Rivers bye-elections, releases timetable
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved the timetable and schedule of activities for the conduct of by-elections into read more INEC sets February 21 for Rivers bye-elections, releases timetable
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NELFUND urged to leverage private capital, global partnerships for long-term sustainability
…reliance on annual government funding exposes the scheme to political, fiscal risks, Oye says With over ₦154 billion already disbursed read more NELFUND urged to leverage private capital, global partnerships for long-term sustainability
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NAF C-130 aircraft lands in Banjul en route to Portugal for maintenance
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed that its C-130 transport aircraft, which earlier made a precautionary landing during a read more NAF C-130 aircraft lands in Banjul en route to Portugal for maintenance
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Gov Fubara justifies massive scholarships at PAMO University
…Says it is to close manpower gap in healthcare sector ‎Rivers State government right from Nyesom Wike to Sim Fubara read more Gov Fubara justifies massive scholarships at PAMO University
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How substance abuse is undermining Nigeria’s youth potential, national progress
Substance abuse has become one of the most alarming challenges facing Nigerian youths today. What once seemed like isolated incidents read more How substance abuse is undermining Nigeria’s youth potential, national progress
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PINL makes waves at Christmas along TNP host community lines
The Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) seems to be making waves all of this Christmas. They were making waves all read more PINL makes waves at Christmas along TNP host community lines
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Social Listening 24 December 2025
1. Deepening confusion and controversy over new tax laws set for 1 January 2026 Confusion grew regarding the controversy surrounding read more Social Listening 24 December 2025
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Here are the best-performing pharma stocks for 2025
Nigeria’s listed pharmaceutical companies have quietly delivered some of the strongest equity returns on the Nigerian Exchange this year, defying read more Here are the best-performing pharma stocks for 2025
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Cities could face network congestion by 2030 without more spectrum, GSMA warns
Major cities around the world could face worsening mobile network congestion by the end of the decade unless governments urgently read more Cities could face network congestion by 2030 without more spectrum, GSMA warns
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RegentMFB champions SME growth with N10bn business drive
Regent Microfinance Bank (RegentMFB), one of Nigeria’s longest-serving financial institutions, last weekend announced a major corporate milestone of over N10 read more RegentMFB champions SME growth with N10bn business drive
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Lagos’ rental crisis deepens as demand surges, affordability thins in 2026 outlook
Lagos’ rental market is entering 2026 with strong demand but widening lines between affordability and investment-grade housing, according to the read more Lagos’ rental crisis deepens as demand surges, affordability thins in 2026 outlook
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Three Books, One Journey: Katherine Nathan’s Books Launch in Lagos
The launch of See Him, Forty Four, and Daily Dose of Faith by Katherine Nathan unfolded as a gathering of read more Three Books, One Journey: Katherine Nathan’s Books Launch in Lagos
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Great leadership hinges on the big picture: Avoid focusing on small stuff
Many years ago, I watched a department head spend almost an hour in a management meeting arguing about desk arrangements. read more Great leadership hinges on the big picture: Avoid focusing on small stuff
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Reforestation as social infrastructure for communities
A tree can feed a family, protect a home, and educate a child. Reforestation is social development in green disguise. read more Reforestation as social infrastructure for communities
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Nigeria’s curriculum reformed in 2025 – Inclusion must follow in 2026
Nigeria entered a new phase in its education journey with the rollout of the revised national curriculum in 2025. The read more Nigeria’s curriculum reformed in 2025 – Inclusion must follow in 2026
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Redefining brand trust: How AI and data privacy have reshaped the digital economy in 2025 and beyond 
In 2025, artificial intelligence became deeply embedded in digital marketing strategy, offering unprecedented personalisation and automation. This acceleration, however, coincided read more Redefining brand trust: How AI and data privacy have reshaped the digital economy in 2025 and beyond 
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Adamawa community protests alleged army killings, demands justice for 10 victims
Members of the Bwateyi community on Tuesday protested at the National Assembly in Abuja, demanding justice over the alleged killing read more Adamawa community protests alleged army killings, demands justice for 10 victims
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Oyebanji assents to ₦415.57bn 2026 Ekiti budget, pledges to complete ongoing projects
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has signed the 2026 Appropriation Law of ₦415,572,070,139.44 into law, pledging to complete all ongoing read more Oyebanji assents to ₦415.57bn 2026 Ekiti budget, pledges to complete ongoing projects
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PDP rejects INEC claims, says there are no factions in the party
The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected claims by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) that it read more PDP rejects INEC claims, says there are no factions in the party
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Tax laws: Atiku reveals areas altered, seeks suspension, probe
…Describes alterations as acts of treason against Nigerians, democracy Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has identified provisions he said were read more Tax laws: Atiku reveals areas altered, seeks suspension, probe
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Questions over Nigeria’s tax bill put trust in reform process to the test
Nigeria’s recent tax reform was presented as one of the most deliberate and consultative legislative efforts in recent memory. Government read more Questions over Nigeria’s tax bill put trust in reform process to the test
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Nigerians brave high fares, insecurity for festive reunions
Nigerians are moving in large numbers for their annual festive reunions despite surging travel costs and lingering security fears, underscoring read more Nigerians brave high fares, insecurity for festive reunions
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Success vs stability: Why doing well is no longer enough
Women, Wealth & Power — Leadership for the whole life By December, many people can point to proof that they read more Success vs stability: Why doing well is no longer enough
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Ten mobile banking threats to watch out for in 2026
As Nigeria’s youth-driven digital economy expands, mobile banking has become the backbone of daily transactions. However, the rapid adoption of read more Ten mobile banking threats to watch out for in 2026
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High manufacturing costs, logistics, fuel soaring drug prices despite import waiver
Drug prices have continued to rise  despite the exemption of pharmaceutical ingredients from import taxes and duties. This has left read more High manufacturing costs, logistics, fuel soaring drug prices despite import waiver
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Visa ban halts Nigerian students’ American dream
For many aspiring Nigerian students, the January 1 deadline marking a United States travel ban on Nigeria and 18 other read more Visa ban halts Nigerian students’ American dream
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Cost of Christmas menu drops 18% in rare boost for households
Nigerian households are paying less this year for their Christmas menu compared to 2024. BusinessDay’s analysis shows that the average read more Cost of Christmas menu drops 18% in rare boost for households
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APM Terminals Kano now handles up to 600 containers monthly – Officials
Officials at APM Terminals Kano have said that the Inland Container Depot (ICD) now processes up to 600 containers monthly read more APM Terminals Kano now handles up to 600 containers monthly – Officials
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IPI Nigeria condemns arrest, detention of journalist’s wife, baby
…demands apology, compensation, and prosecution of officers involved The Nigerian National Committee of the International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria) has read more IPI Nigeria condemns arrest, detention of journalist’s wife, baby
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