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Fed Govt signs MoU with six bodies to train 10m Nigerians in financial inclusion
A free nationwide training  targeting 10 million Nigerians on financial inclusion and financial literacy was kicked off yesterday by the Federal Government with  the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding The post Fed Govt signs MoU with six bodies to train 10m Nigerians in financial inclusion appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Metering brouhaha: To pay or not to pay
The Federal Government has implemented several initiatives aimed at ensuring adequacy in electricity metering. These efforts have however proved to be almost ineffective even as the metering gap in the The post Metering brouhaha: To pay or not to pay appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Naira rises to N1,465/$ in parallel market
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Naira today appreciated to N1,465 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,470 per dollar last weekend.Similarly, the naira strengthened in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, NFEM, appreciating to N1,384.5 per dollar. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the indicative exchange rate for the naira fell to […] The post Naira rises to N1,465/$ in parallel market appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Planned protest: Court stops NLC, TUC, others
The National Industrial Court sitting in Abuja yesterday issued an order of interim injunction barring the Nigerian Labour Congress, NLC, and the Trade Union Congress, TUC, from embarking on any form of industrial action or protest in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT. The post Planned protest: Court stops NLC, TUC, others appeared first on Vanguard News.
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State govts now to share payment of electricity subsidy — FG
State governments are now to bear the cost of electricity subsidy, along with the Federal Government, President Bola Tinubu, has directed. The post State govts now to share payment of electricity subsidy — FG appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Kwara: LPRES emphasises prevention of animal diseases to humans
One Health platform under the $500 million World Bank-supported Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (LPRES) in Kwara State has emphasised measures and control to prevent animal and environmental diseases from getting to humans. Speaking at the closing ceremony of a week-long workshop organised by the LPRES state coordination office, tagged: Stakeholders engagement workshop for […] The post Kwara: LPRES emphasises prevention of animal diseases to humans appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Body of missing Kogi FCE student found
Residents of Eika-Adagu Community, Lokoja, Kogi State have found the body of a 20-year-old  lady in the area. The body was dumped on the Lokoja/ Okene highway. Her vital organs The post Body of missing Kogi FCE student found appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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NAPTIP arrests four suspects, rescues 17 victims in Onitsha hotel
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has arrested four suspected human traffickers and rescued 17 victims during a raid on a popular hotel in the The post NAPTIP arrests four suspects, rescues 17 victims in Onitsha hotel appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Navy hands over seized substances in Apapa drug raid to NDLEA
The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT has handed over illicit drugs, including Marijuana and Codeine, which it recovered when it raided a suspected criminals’ hideout at Gidan Drama, Agbo Malu The post Navy hands over seized substances in Apapa drug raid to NDLEA appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Muslim fanatics burn shrines in Auchi
Religious crisis is looming in Auchi, headquarters of Etsako West Local Government, over the destruction of the Orle River water goddess shrines. The water goddess is regarded by adherents as The post Muslim fanatics burn shrines in Auchi appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Army prioritises troop welfare, cautions personnel against substance abuse
The Nigerian Army has reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare of its personnel and cautioned officers and soldiers against substance abuse and other negative vices, It spoke at the West The post Army prioritises troop welfare, cautions personnel against substance abuse appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Abuja singer Ifunanya Nwangene died of snake bite
The Amemuso Choir has said its soprano singer, Ifunanya Nwangene, who died on Saturday was bitten by a snake in her residence in Lugbe, Abuja. In a statement, the choir’s The post Abuja singer Ifunanya Nwangene died of snake bite appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Six injured in Lagos bridge accident
At least six commuters were injured yesterday following a serious road traffic accident on the Third Mainland Bridge, Adekunle corridor, inward Iyana-Oworonsoki, involving a painted Volkswagen commercial bus with registration The post Six injured in Lagos bridge accident appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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PDP crisis: Why I rejected expulsion of Wike, others, by Mutfwang
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has explained why he objected to the expulsion of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike and other members of Group of Five (G5)  governors The post PDP crisis: Why I rejected expulsion of Wike, others, by Mutfwang appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Businessman: I want to succeed Uzodimma
Obioma Success Akagburuonye, lawyer, engineer and businessman, has thrown his hat into the ring in Imo State. Ahead of next year’s governorship poll, he is intensifying consultations across the three The post Businessman: I want to succeed Uzodimma appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ojelabi calls for unity in Badagry Division
The Chairman All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Cornelius Oyefolu Ojelabi, has urged the people of Badagry Division to unite and work for development. He assured the people that The post Ojelabi calls for unity in Badagry Division appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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ActionAid wants FG, states to raise agric budgets to boost food production
As concerns over food production persist, ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) has called on the federal and state governments to increase budgetary allocations to agriculture to enhance food production and strengthen livelihoods. The call was made by AAN’s deputy Country Director, Suwaiba Dankabo, during her welcome and opening remarks at the closeout learning meeting of the Scaling […] The post ActionAid wants FG, states to raise agric budgets to boost food production appeared first on Tribune Online.
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‘Burna Boy is my number one collaboration choice’ – Ayra Starr reveals
Nigerian Afrobeat songstress, Ayra Starr, has named Burna Boy her top collaboration choice.
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Umoh outlines needed  elements for volleyball’s revival
A member of the Board of Trustees of Life Camp Volleyball Club, Paul Umoh, has emphasised the urgent need for increased exposure, sponsorship and stronger structural support to boost performance The post Umoh outlines needed  elements for volleyball’s revival appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Carabao Cup : Arsenal braced for in-form Chelsea
A 3-2 advantage going into Tuesday’s League Cup semi-final second leg at home offers no extra comfort to Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, who expects in-form Chelsea to pose his team The post Carabao Cup : Arsenal braced for in-form Chelsea appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Monrovia gear up for Africa Scrabble Championship
Preparations for the 16th Africa Scrabble Championship (ASC) have shifted into high gear following the official confirmation of Monrovia, Liberia as the host city. Since the announcement, the Pan African Scrabble The post Monrovia gear up for Africa Scrabble Championship appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Benzema moves to Al-Hilal following Al-Ittihad departure
Karim Benzema has joined Al-Hilal, the Saudi Pro League leaders announced, following the termination of his contract with Al-Ittihad. Read Also: FULL LIST: Top 15 Premier League most expensive signings The post Benzema moves to Al-Hilal following Al-Ittihad departure appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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FG moves to reclaim Nigeria’s top cocoa-producing status
The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to reclaiming Nigeria’s place among the world’s leading cocoa-producing countries as part of efforts to boost job creation, economic growth and food security. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, stated this at the International Cocoa and Chocolate Forum (ICCF 2026) in London. Addressing participants on […] The post FG moves to reclaim Nigeria’s top cocoa-producing status appeared first on Tribune Online.
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South African singer Tyla edges out Davido to clinch Grammy
South African singer Tyla has won her second Grammy, beating four others, including three Nigerian artists, to take the Best African Music Performance award.
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AI needs behavioural insight to drive inclusive growth — Abodunrin
AI adoption in Africa risks widening inequality without behavioural insight. Learn why aligning AI policy with human behaviour is vital for inclusive growt Read More: https://punchng.com/ai-needs-behavioural-insight-to-drive-inclusive-growth-abodunrin/
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Nigeria’s data-protection ecosystem tops N16.2bn
Nigeria’s data protection ecosystem is now valued at over N16.2bn, fueled by strong enforcement and compliance under the new Data Protection Act of 2023. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-data-protection-ecosystem-tops-n16-2bn/
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UAE targets Nigeria for multi-billion-dollar investments
The UAE targets Nigeria for multi-billion-dollar investments, seeing huge potential in Africa’s largest economy. Learn about the key sectors and partnershi Read More: https://punchng.com/uae-targets-nigeria-for-multi-billion-dollar-investments/
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New Horizons adds Mandarin to ICT curriculum
New Horizons Nigeria now offers a Mandarin ICT curriculum to equip students with language skills for the global tech market. Scholarships are available. Read More: https://punchng.com/new-horizons-adds-mandarin-to-ict-curriculum/
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XchangeBox leverages tech to unlock credit for farmers
XchangeBox offers trade-based financing to unlock credit for farmers in Nigeria, using supply-chain data to provide loans without traditional collateral. Read More: https://punchng.com/xchangebox-leverages-tech-to-unlock-credit-for-farmers/
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Expert flags cyber risks for Nigerian fintechs
Discover the top 5 Nigerian fintech cyber risks for 2026, including AI deepfakes, API contagion, and ransomware, as flagged by a leading security expert. Read More: https://punchng.com/expert-flags-cyber-risks-for-nigerian-fintechs/
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FG laying groundwork for sustained stability in agriculture sector —Kyari
The Federal Government has deployed emergency interventions and focused humanitarian measures to ease the food shortage facing the country while laying the groundwork for longer-term stability in the agriculture sector. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, said this in Calabar during the distribution of farm inputs to farmers in Cross River State. […] The post FG laying groundwork for sustained stability in agriculture sector —Kyari appeared first on Tribune Online.
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‘Statement of intent’ – Saudis sign teen star Meite
As the transfer window comes to a close, one move that has gone under the radar is Al-Hilal's signing of Rennes' teenage striker, Mohamed Kader Meite.
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FG to revolutionise cooperatives societies through digitalisation
The Federal Government is set to revolutionise cooperative societies through digitalisation, aiming to modernise operations, ensure transparent financial reporting, maintain accurate records, and improve governance across more than 30,000 registered cooperatives. Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security Sen. Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, who announced this initiative in Abuja at a stakeholders’ meeting on […] The post FG to revolutionise cooperatives societies through digitalisation appeared first on Tribune Online.
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Moniepoint Records N412trn In Transactions As Modify Hits N25trn In 2025
Moniepoint Microfinance Bank (MFB) processed N412 trillion in transaction value across more than 14 billion transactions in 2025, according to its newly released 2025 Year in Review report. The performance…
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Sterling Bank Backs Health, Tourism, Creative Enterprise At ISIMI Lagos Experience
Sterling Bank Ltd has furthered its commitment to health, wellbeing, and sustainable economic development through its participation in ‘The Art of Wellbeing’ experience, held recently at ISIMI Lagos. The curated…
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NCAA’s Special Needs Booking Mandate: A Turning Point For Inclusive Air Travel In Nigeria
When the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) recently reiterated its directive mandating domestic airlines to integrate a Special Needs Assistance option into all ticket reservation platforms, it was more than…
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