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Eno approves rehabilitation of 83 roads in Akwa Ibom 
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has approved the maintenance of 83 roads within Uyo metropolis including the rehabilitation read more Eno approves rehabilitation of 83 roads in Akwa Ibom 
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AFCON 2025: Ekong, Aina rally Super Eagles ahead of Morocco semi-final showdown
Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong and defender Ola Aina have sent emotional messages of support to the Super Eagles read more AFCON 2025: Ekong, Aina rally Super Eagles ahead of Morocco semi-final showdown
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JOHESU’s strike enters 62nd day, threatens healthcare system 
….As members insists on an 11-year unmet demands The 15th of January, 2026 marked the 62nd day of the ongoing read more JOHESU’s strike enters 62nd day, threatens healthcare system 
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Breaking: Kuda cuts losses to $5.8m as Fintech shifts focus to profitability
…Eyes 1.7m active users by 2026 Kuda Technologies, the UK-headquartered parent of Nigerian digital lender Kuda Bank, sharply reduced its read more Breaking: Kuda cuts losses to $5.8m as Fintech shifts focus to profitability
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Here’s what motorists need to know about Lagos’ new speed cameras
As Lagosians return to their daily commute, a new wave of speed-enforcement cameras, which include those on the Third Mainland read more Here’s what motorists need to know about Lagos’ new speed cameras
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Dangote Refinery’s CEO says 1.4m bpd expansion plan feasible in three years
David Bird, the chief executive officer of Nigeria’s $20 billion Dangote Refinery, said the company can deliver a 1.4 million-barrel-a-day read more Dangote Refinery’s CEO says 1.4m bpd expansion plan feasible in three years
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We are not part of Wike’s Rainbow Coalition – Rivers Opposition parties
Opposition parties in Rivers State have distanced themselves from the so-called ‘Rainbow Coalition,’ led by Nyesom Wike, Minister of the read more We are not part of Wike’s Rainbow Coalition – Rivers Opposition parties
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Iran accuses foreign powers of fuelling nationwide unrest
Iranian authorities are sharpening their claims that foreign powers are behind the unrest spreading across the country, shifting blame away read more Iran accuses foreign powers of fuelling nationwide unrest
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Elon Musk Starlink offers free service to Iranian protesters facing brutal repression
SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service dropped its fees to allow more people to circumvent the Tehran government’s strongest attempt ever read more Elon Musk Starlink offers free service to Iranian protesters facing brutal repression
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Transgrid Enerco takes over Eko DisCo board, appoints Wola Joseph-Condotti as interim CEO
Eko Electricity Distribution Plc (Eko DisCo) has made a major leadership and governance transition following the takeover of its board read more Transgrid Enerco takes over Eko DisCo board, appoints Wola Joseph-Condotti as interim CEO
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How Universal Insurance’s Shop Insure Cover Is Protecting Traders
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Obinna, a petty trader at Balogun Market in Lagos, had just returned home after a long day at market. Later that evening, at about 9:00 p.m., he received a phone call that would change his life. He was told that his shop—along with several others in the market—was on fire. At first, Obinna […] The post How Universal Insurance’s Shop Insure Cover Is Protecting Traders appeared first on Business Today NG.
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These five high-yield bank stocks are good for your 2026 portfolio
The Nigerian banking sector is positioned for continued outperformance through 2026. With the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recapitalisation deadline read more These five high-yield bank stocks are good for your 2026 portfolio
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Nigeria turns crypto from escape hatch into tax base
For years, cryptocurrency served as a financial escape hatch for millions of Nigerians, an alternative to currency controls, inflation and read more Nigeria turns crypto from escape hatch into tax base
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Crane crash kills dozens after slamming into passenger train in Thailand
At least 28 people have died after a construction crane collapsed onto a moving passenger train in northeastern Thailand, derailing read more Crane crash kills dozens after slamming into passenger train in Thailand
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Step by step calculation: What to know about deductions and personal income tax
Who is required to pay personal income tax in Nigeria under the 2026 reforms? Personal income tax (PIT) applies to read more Step by step calculation: What to know about deductions and personal income tax
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Input costs, storage to shape Nigeria’s agriculture in 2026
Nigeria’s agricultural sector heads into 2026 facing a mixed outlook, with prospects of easing input costs offering relief to farmers, read more Input costs, storage to shape Nigeria’s agriculture in 2026
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Here are 10 health benefits of peanuts
Groundnuts belong to the legume family. They are commonly grown in northern Nigeria, from where they are transported to other read more Here are 10 health benefits of peanuts
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Nigeria 2026 outlook: Stability at last, but on a narrow ledge
After years of monetary dominance, multiple budget operations, and currency market fragmentation, Nigeria is starting 2026 from a firmer macro read more Nigeria 2026 outlook: Stability at last, but on a narrow ledge
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How high interest rates have forced Nigerian companies to embrace equity
Against the backdrop of lending rates that have climbed into the 30 percent range, Nigerian listed firms are increasingly warming read more How high interest rates have forced Nigerian companies to embrace equity
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U.S. House approves 3-year extension of AGOA trade deal for Africa 
The United States House of Representatives has passed a Bill extending the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for three read more U.S. House approves 3-year extension of AGOA trade deal for Africa 
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United Nigeria Airlines operations disrupted as bird strike grounds aircraft 
United Nigeria Airlines has disclosed that, due to a bird strike on one of its operating aircraft on 13th January, read more United Nigeria Airlines operations disrupted as bird strike grounds aircraft 
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Nigeria’s 2026 Budget: When borrowing becomes the plan, not the problem
A lot has been said about the anomaly the Nigerian budget has become, and it strikes at the core of read more Nigeria’s 2026 Budget: When borrowing becomes the plan, not the problem
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Nigeria’s democracy under strain as politicians shift focus to 2027 elections – Itodo
Nigeria’s democratic institutions are coming under growing strain as political actors shift focus from governance to early positioning ahead of read more Nigeria’s democracy under strain as politicians shift focus to 2027 elections – Itodo
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RMB acts as lead issuing house for Presco’s N236 billion capital raise
Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) Nigeria Limited has completed its role as lead issuing house on Presco Plc’s N236 billion rights read more RMB acts as lead issuing house for Presco’s N236 billion capital raise
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Ondo govt shutdown St. Louis primary school over non-compliance with “government regulations”
The Ondo State Government has ordered the immediate and indefinite closure of St. Louis Primary School, Ondo, located in the read more Ondo govt shutdown St. Louis primary school over non-compliance with “government regulations”
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HP unveils AI-powered OmniBook lineup as PC makers chase post-pandemic demand
HP Inc. rolled out a sweeping refresh of its consumer PC portfolio at the CES technology show in Las Vegas, read more HP unveils AI-powered OmniBook lineup as PC makers chase post-pandemic demand
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Rivers first lady showers love to legionnaires, pledges govt commitment to citizens’ welfare
Pensioners found love and warmth in highest places in Rivers State when Valerie Fubara, wife of the Rivers State Governor read more Rivers first lady showers love to legionnaires, pledges govt commitment to citizens’ welfare
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IYC seeks clarity in Rivers endless political crisis
Rivers State is back to political crisis and another impeachment tablet has been tables seeking to remove Gov Sim Fubara, read more IYC seeks clarity in Rivers endless political crisis
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Social Listening 14 January 2026
1. Incumbent and former governors clash over Abia State’s future The political conflict between Governor Alex Otti and his predecessors read more Social Listening 14 January 2026
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AFCON 2025: Nigeria vs Morocco — Preview, head-to-head stats and prediction
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face host nation Morocco in a blockbuster semi-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) today at the read more AFCON 2025: Nigeria vs Morocco — Preview, head-to-head stats and prediction
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Nigeria’s consumer goods stocks lead historic rally on NGX in 2025
Nigeria’s equities staged their most robust rally in nearly two decades in 2025, with consumer goods stocks emerging as the read more Nigeria’s consumer goods stocks lead historic rally on NGX in 2025
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Nigeria dominates Africa’s top bank ranking as recapitalisation deadline looms
Nigeria has extended its dominance as the king of the banking sector in West and Central Africa, according to the read more Nigeria dominates Africa’s top bank ranking as recapitalisation deadline looms
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ARM launches N200bn private debt fund to close SME credit gap, boost local production
ARM Investment Managers has launched a N200 billion private debt fund programme aimed at addressing Nigeria’s chronic small and medium-sized read more ARM launches N200bn private debt fund to close SME credit gap, boost local production
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Trump says nations doing business with Iran face 25% tariff on U.S. trade
President Donald Trump said any country doing business with Iran would face a tariff rate of 25 per cent on read more Trump says nations doing business with Iran face 25% tariff on U.S. trade
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Nigerian ports trail behind Lome, Tema in cargo dwell time, others – Research
The Sea Empowerment and Research Center (SEREC) says Nigeria’s seaports are lagging behind key regional competitors, with longer cargo dwell read more Nigerian ports trail behind Lome, Tema in cargo dwell time, others – Research
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FAAC allocation marks 55.6% jump in Q3 2025 as FG disburses N6trn 
…Solid Minerals added nothing – NEITI Nigeria has posted its strongest federation account inflows in recent years in Q3 2025 read more FAAC allocation marks 55.6% jump in Q3 2025 as FG disburses N6trn 
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