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What it means for climate, health and how we work together
Recently, in Oxford, in a room meant for forty people, we had to bring in more chairs. And then we read more What it means for climate, health and how we work together
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The coming deluge: Nigeria’s 14,000 high-risk communities and the politics of prevention
Nigeria has been warned, again, and in language too stark to be mistaken for routine bureaucracy. The Nigeria Hydrological Services read more The coming deluge: Nigeria’s 14,000 high-risk communities and the politics of prevention
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The ₦190 billion unclaimed dividend goldmine
Imagine walking into a dusty room in your family home and discovering an old, forgotten trunk filled with cash. For read more The ₦190 billion unclaimed dividend goldmine
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Global conflict reordering power but leaving Africa behind
As a child, I had a playmate named Okuomose, meaning “War is not beautiful” in the Edo language. It sounded read more Global conflict reordering power but leaving Africa behind
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Politics as a marketplace, not a mandate – The reality today
In a functioning democracy, politics is supposed to be a mandate — a transfer of trust from citizens to those read more Politics as a marketplace, not a mandate – The reality today
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Nigeria banking liquidity jump outpaces private sector credit expansion
Banking system liquidity in Nigeria has surged sharply following the conclusion of the sector-wide recapitalisation exercise. However, growth in lending read more Nigeria banking liquidity jump outpaces private sector credit expansion
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ADC’s shadow sneaks into Obi, Kwankwaso’s NDC
The internal crises of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) are creeping along with former governors Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso read more ADC’s shadow sneaks into Obi, Kwankwaso’s NDC
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Man City’s title hopes dented after stunning 3-3 draw at Everton
Manchester City saw their Premier League title ambitions dented after a dramatic 3-3 draw against Everton, handing a significant advantage read more Man City’s title hopes dented after stunning 3-3 draw at Everton
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Nigeria Seeks Justice Over Deaths of Citizens in South African Custody
The Federal Government has voiced alarm over escalating unrest in South Africa, including demonstrations advocating the removal of Nigerians and other foreign residents, alongside reports of the fatalities of two Nigerians while in official custody. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed, conveyed this position on Monday during a […] The post Nigeria Seeks Justice Over Deaths of Citizens in South African Custody appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Awoniyi brace fires Nottingham Forest past shambolic Chelsea
Taiwo Awoniyi marked his 100th appearance for Nottingham Forest in sensational fashion, scoring twice in a commanding 3–1 victory over read more Awoniyi brace fires Nottingham Forest past shambolic Chelsea
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JAMB Elevates Four New Directors to Strengthen Operations
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has promoted four top staff members to director positions as part of efforts to improve its operational effectiveness and service delivery. The announcement was made by the Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, during a formal ceremony in Abuja, where he confirmed that the elevation had been approved by the […] The post JAMB Elevates Four New Directors to Strengthen Operations appeared first on Business Today NG.
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U.S. Clarifies: Visa Approval Does Not End Security Screening Process
The United States Embassy has stated that anyone applying for a visa, including Nigerians, remains under ongoing background and security checks even after their visa has been granted, no matter the category of visa involved. This was shared in a statement posted on Monday via the U.S. Mission in Nigeria’s official X account. The embassy […] The post U.S. Clarifies: Visa Approval Does Not End Security Screening Process appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Court Rejects Bid to Restrain ICPC from Investigating Petition
BY SUNDAY SAMUEL—The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court sitting in Kurudu, Abuja, has declined jurisdiction to entertain a suit filed against the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and others, seeking to restrain the Commission from carrying out its statutory investigative functions. The Applicants, Mr. Adediran Seyi and his company, Equilibrium […] The post Court Rejects Bid to Restrain ICPC from Investigating Petition appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Nigerian oil trader faces global asset freeze after $40m debt default
An English court has thrown a worldwide legal net over the assets of one of Nigeria’s most prominent oil traders, read more Nigerian oil trader faces global asset freeze after $40m debt default
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NNPC Signs MoU with Chinese Firms to Revive Port Harcourt, Warri Refineries
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—NNPC Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with two Chinese companies—Sanjiang Chemical Company Limited and Xingcheng (Fuzhou) Industrial Park Operation and Management Co. Ltd—as part of efforts to complete and fully operationalize the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries. The agreement, executed in China, was signed by the Group Chief Executive Officer […] The post NNPC Signs MoU with Chinese Firms to Revive Port Harcourt, Warri Refineries appeared first on Business Today NG.
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How N78m Meant for China Deal Allegedly Vanished—EFCC Arraigns Suspect
BY SUNDAY SAMUEL—The Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a suspected fake Bureau De Change operator, Okeke Ejike Callistus, before Justice D. A. Onyefulu of the Anambra State High Court sitting in Onitsha, over an alleged fraud involving N78.3 million meant for an overseas business transaction. Callistus, who […] The post How N78m Meant for China Deal Allegedly Vanished—EFCC Arraigns Suspect appeared first on Business Today NG.
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2027: Makinde vows opposition won’t give up on democracy
…As party inaugurates 13-member Interim Management Committee Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo state and a factional leader of the Peoples read more 2027: Makinde vows opposition won’t give up on democracy
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Diesel at N2,000/L threatens N140bn margin hit as MTN Nigeria races to gas
Diesel prices hovering around N2,000 per litre are threatening to wipe out an estimated N140 billion from MTN Nigeria’s margins, read more Diesel at N2,000/L threatens N140bn margin hit as MTN Nigeria races to gas
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EFCC Arraigns Former SKye Bank Chairman, Tunde Ayeni for N15.6b Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday, arraigned a former Chairman, Board of Directors of the defunct Skye Bank Plc, Tunde Ayeni before Justice Jude Onwuzuruike of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court, Apo, Abuja. Ayeni was arraigned on a 17-count charge bordering on criminal breach of trust, misappropriation and conversion of […] The post EFCC Arraigns Former SKye Bank Chairman, Tunde Ayeni for N15.6b Fraud appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Flight cancellations loom as ground handlers shut down services on Thursday
The Aviation Ground Handlers Association of Nigeria (AGHAN) has issued a final 72-hour strike notice to the Airline Operators of read more Flight cancellations loom as ground handlers shut down services on Thursday
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NNPC signs China deal to revive state refineries that swallowed $2.4bn
Nigeria’s state oil company has inked a memorandum of understanding with two Chinese industrial firms to revive two government-owned refineries read more NNPC signs China deal to revive state refineries that swallowed $2.4bn
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Diplomacy is not a joyride: The argument against ignorance
Erasmus Ikhide’s essay is not the bold indictment it aspires to be; it is, rather, a textbook example of emotional read more Diplomacy is not a joyride: The argument against ignorance
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2027: Nsukka Zone endorses Tinubu, Mbah at massive rally
…Donates N102m for Mbah’s nomination form_ …Governor flags off 52.2km Nguru – Lejja – Aku – Akpakume Nze – Egede read more 2027: Nsukka Zone endorses Tinubu, Mbah at massive rally
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NGX RegCo reinforces investor protection with over N500m in recoveries
NGX Regulation Limited (NGX RegCo), the independent regulatory subsidiary of Nigerian Exchange Group, has reaffirmed its commitment to investor protection read more NGX RegCo reinforces investor protection with over N500m in recoveries
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Oil jumps as violence flares after Trump’s offer to help ships through Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices jumped sharply on Monday and stocks fell in volatile trading amid a flare-up in the conflict in the read more Oil jumps as violence flares after Trump’s offer to help ships through Strait of Hormuz
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Frequent turnover of lawmakers threatens nation-building — Senator Kaila
Senator Samaila Dahuwa Kaila, representing Bauchi North in the 10th National Assembly, has warned that the frequent replacement of legislators read more Frequent turnover of lawmakers threatens nation-building — Senator Kaila
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Sokoto councillors purchase 50m guber form for Governor Aliyu
The 244 Councillors of Sokoto state under the auspices of National Council of Councillors Forum of Nigeria, Monday purchased nomination read more Sokoto councillors purchase 50m guber form for Governor Aliyu
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NNPC targets refinery Warri, Port Harcourt refineries restart with new Chinese technical alliance
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with two Chinese firms to facilitate a read more NNPC targets refinery Warri, Port Harcourt refineries restart with new Chinese technical alliance
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Sweden increases naturalisation from 5 to 8 years for foreign nationals
In Sweden, the standard residency requirement for naturalisation  of foreign nationals will increase from five to eight years, with income read more Sweden increases naturalisation from 5 to 8 years for foreign nationals
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NNPC begins plan to restart Warri, Port Harcourt refineries
…signs MOU with Chinese firms The Nigerian National Petroleum Company ( NNPC) Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) read more NNPC begins plan to restart Warri, Port Harcourt refineries
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Nigeria signs MoU with Airbus to boost aerospace development
The Federal Government of Nigeria has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus, one of the world’s leading read more Nigeria signs MoU with Airbus to boost aerospace development
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“Unacceptable”: Van Dijk slams Liverpool’s dismal season
Virgil van Dijk has branded Liverpool’s season “unacceptable” following their 3-2 defeat to Manchester United, a result that dented their read more “Unacceptable”: Van Dijk slams Liverpool’s dismal season
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Cold-chain investment could create 25,000 jobs in Nigeria, expert says
Opeoluwa Runsewe of Terroso Group has stated that investment in cold chain infrastructure could have a strong multiplier effect on read more Cold-chain investment could create 25,000 jobs in Nigeria, expert says
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Lagos prioritises multimodal connectivity over road expansion in 2050 transport vision
The Lagos state government, in a move to reshape urban mobility, has announced a major policy shift, prioritising multimodal connectivity read more Lagos prioritises multimodal connectivity over road expansion in 2050 transport vision
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Stage Africa unveils new initiative to bridge visibility gap for Africa’s business leaders
Stage Africa Executive Institute has announced the launch of The Authority Press System (APS), a structured, end-to-end visibility and media read more Stage Africa unveils new initiative to bridge visibility gap for Africa’s business leaders
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Nord unveils single-digit financing to spur demand for new cars
Nord Automobiles is targeting a major shift in Nigeria’s auto market with the rollout of a single-digit interest vehicle financing read more Nord unveils single-digit financing to spur demand for new cars
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