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Dangote’s Net Worth Nears $30 Billion as Fortune Hits $29.8B

Aliko Dangote’s net worth climbs to $29.8 billion, driven by gains in his cement and refinery ventures as he edges closer to the $30 billion mark.
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NCDC Reports 172 Deaths as Lassa Fever Spreads Across Nigeria

The NCDC says 172 Nigerians have died from Lassa fever across 21 states. Ondo, Edo, and Bauchi lead in infections as the fatality rate climbs to 18.6 percent, surpassing last year’s figure.
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DSS Warns of ISWAP Plot to Attack Ondo and Kogi Communities

The Department of State Services has issued a security alert warning that Islamic State West Africa Province militants are planning coordinated attacks on parts of Ondo and Kogi states.
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NLC Warns FG: Resolve Education Crisis in Four Weeks or Face Shutdown

The Nigeria Labour Congress and education unions have given the Federal Government a four-week deadline to end the ongoing crisis in the sector or face nationwide action.
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Wike, Elumelu Urge Stronger Investments to Tackle Poverty

Wike and Elumelu urge stronger investments to tackle poverty, calling for public-private collaboration to unlock Abuja’s and Africa’s economic potential
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Ondo Government Calms Public After DSS Terror Alert Leak

Ondo government reassures residents after DSS terror alert leak, confirming that active security measures are underway to keep the state safe.
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Strike: NARD meets Saturday to review FG’s response

NARD will meet Saturday to review the Federal Government’s response to doctors’ welfare demands, a decision that could determine another nationwide strike.
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FAAN Targets Full ISO Certification For Airports By December

Nigeria’s airport operator sets a December deadline for full ISO certification across its network.

NEWS

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Wike, Elumelu Urge Stronger Investments to Tackle Poverty

Wike and Elumelu urge stronger investments to tackle poverty, calling for public-private collaboration to unlock Abuja’s and Africa’s economic potential
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Cross River Closes 36 Unapproved Schools Over Registration

Cross River begins a major enforcement drive, shutting down 36 unapproved schools to restore standards and protect the integrity of education.
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Edo Moves to Regulate Scrap Dealers, Scavengers

Edo plans new scavenger regulation bill to curb vandalism, tighten scrap market control, and strengthen collaboration with the NSCDC.
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Strike: NARD meets Saturday to review FG’s response

NARD will meet Saturday to review the Federal Government’s response to doctors’ welfare demands, a decision that could determine another nationwide strike.
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FAAN Targets Full ISO Certification For Airports By December

Nigeria’s airport operator sets a December deadline for full ISO certification across its network.

POLITICS

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EFCC Recovers ₦500 Billion, Secures 7,000 Convictions — Tinubu

Tinubu says EFCC corruption recovery tops ₦500 billion with 7,000 convictions, underscoring renewed national momentum against graft.
Politics

Shettima Says EFCC Recovered ₦500 Billion in Two Years

Shettima says EFCC recovered ₦500 billion in two years, credits anti-graft autonomy for renewed accountability and thousands of convictions.
Politics

Aisha Yesufu says Peter Obi stronger for 2027 race

Aisha Yesufu says Peter Obi stands stronger for 2027, calling on Nigerians to demand fair elections and tackle bad governance.
Politics

PDP Drops Legal Adviser Over Convention Dispute

PDP removes Kamaldeen Ajibade over alleged compromise as internal power struggles threaten the upcoming Ibadan convention.
Politics

Governor Mbah Leads Major Enugu Political Realignment to APC

Governor Mbah and Enugu South Advocates defect to APC, sparking an Enugu political realignment and reshaping the South-East’s political map.
Politics

Farouk Lawan Hails Tinubu’s Pardon as a Fresh Start

Farouk Lawan says Tinubu’s presidential pardon gives him a new start, marking a return to politics after lessons learned behind bars.
Politics

PDP Faces Fresh Crisis as Lawmaker Sadiq Abdullahi Quits Party

Sadiq Abdullahi resigns from the PDP, citing worsening internal crisis and loss of direction as party instability deepens.
Politics

INEC Denies Defying Court Order in Action Alliance Dispute

INEC denies disobeying a court order in the Action Alliance dispute, saying it complied on time and followed due legal process.
Politics

Obi Rejects ‘Street Urchins’ Tag, Says Politics for All Nigerians

Peter Obi says his politics centers on ordinary Nigerians, not elites, after dismissing claims that his supporters are “street urchins.”
Politics

Minister Geoffrey Nnaji Resigns, DeniesForgery Allegations

Geoffrey Nnaji resigns from Tinubu’s cabinet, saying his decision is personal and not an admission of guilt amid forgery allegations.
Politics

INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu Hands Over to Agbamuche-Mbu

Mahmood Yakubu resigns after ten years as INEC chairman, marking the end of a transformative decade of electoral reform in Nigeria.
Politics

Tinubu Convenes Council Meetings to Tackle Rising Insecurity

Tinubu convenes Council of State and Police Council meetings to discuss Nigeria’s rising insecurity and key governance priorities.
Politics

Soludo Questions INEC’s Plan to Limit Power on Result Review

Charles Soludo warns that INEC’s plan to limit its result review power could weaken accountability and stall Nigeria’s electoral progress.
Politics

Akpoti-Uduaghan Set to Return After Six-Month Senate Suspension

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan returns to plenary after her six-month Senate suspension, amid legal tensions and criticism of the chamber’s leadership.

BUSINESS

Business

Moniepoint Raises $90 Million to Boost Global Expansion

Moniepoint raises $90 million to expand across Africa and Europe, strengthening its position as a leading force in African fintech innovation.
Business

Johnvents Launches ₦100 Billion Paper for Cocoa Expansion

Johnvents launches ₦100 billion commercial paper to expand cocoa processing, deepen exports, and strengthen Nigeria’s agribusiness capacity.
Business

Adebayo Ogunlesi Charts Africa’s AI Course From Roots

Adebayo Ogunlesi joins OpenAI and backs its African AI academy, channeling his infrastructure acumen into capacity building in Lagos and continental AI ambition.
Business

Foreign Investors Back Nigeria’s Reform-Driven Economic Outlook

Investors at a Washington forum back Nigeria’s economic reforms, citing stronger FX markets, record reserves, and sustainable growth targets.
Business

Stanbic IBTC Backs UAC’s Full Takeover of CHI Limited

Stanbic IBTC backs UAC’s CHI Limited acquisition in a landmark deal set to reshape Nigeria’s fast-moving consumer goods market.

SOCIETY

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EFCC Recovers ₦500 Billion, Secures 7,000 Convictions — Tinubu

Tinubu says EFCC corruption recovery tops ₦500 billion with 7,000 convictions, underscoring renewed national momentum against graft.
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ASUU Strike Halts Universities as Government Tightens Grip

ASUU strike shuts Nigerian universities as lecturers protest unpaid salaries and government enforcement intensifies across campuses.
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Police Yet to Get Court Order on Tinted Permits

Nigeria Police clarify that no court order has reinstated tinted-glass permits, maintaining suspension until legal review is completed under Egbetokun’s directive.
Politics

FG to Arraign Activist Sowore Over Social Media Post

FG will arraign activist Omoyele Sowore over a social media post critical of President Tinubu, citing cybercrimes law, with X and Meta also named in the case.
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Nigeria’s GDP Grows 4.23% in Q2, Surpassing Forecasts

Nigeria’s GDP grows by 4.23% in Q2 2023, exceeding expectations, with agriculture and services leading the charge.

CULTURE

Culture

NIGERIAN ANGLICAN CHURCH REJECTS OPENLY GAY ARCHBISHOP

The Nigerian Anglican Church rejects the election of an openly gay Archbishop, deepening the divide within the global Anglican Communion.
Culture

5 Cultural Practices Still Relevant in 21st Century Nigeria

Explore five Nigerian cultural practices that still influence society and reflect the nation’s enduring identity in modern times
Culture

Nigeria’s Pop Culture Renaissance Drives Global Shift in Music and Style

KEY POINTS Afrobeat’s modern evolution, led by Nigerian artists, has become a global cultural...
Culture

Tinubu Vows to Fix Anambra’s Roads, Rail and Erosion Crisis

Tinubu visits Anambra, pledges federal help on roads, erosion, and gas development while receiving traditional support
Culture

New Alaafin Vows to Rebuild 200-Year-Old Palace

Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Owoade, plans to restore the 200-year-old palace while empowering youths and preserving the cultural legacy of Yorubaland

SPORTS

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Ajibade, Nnadozie Lead Nigeria’s Charge at 2025 CAF Awards

Nigeria’s women’s football stars, including Ajibade, Nnadozie, and the Super Falcons, headline nominations at the 2025 CAF Awards after a triumphant year
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Filmmaker Ayotunde Bello Says Super Falcons Can Win World Cup

Filmmaker Ayotunde Bello says Nigeria’s Super Falcons can win the World Cup if given consistent support and stronger investment in women’s football.
Sports

Lagos Shuts Waterways Ahead of Africa’s First E1 Powerboat Race

Lagos will shut waterways October 3–5 for the E1 Championship, the world’s first electric powerboat race. The event marks Africa’s debut on the global series.
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Colombian Player Suspended After Striking Female Referee

A Colombian footballer slapped a female referee after receiving a red card, sparking outrage and calls for stronger protections.
Sports

Tobi Amusan Wins Fifth National Hurdles Title

Tobi Amusan secures fifth national title in Lagos ahead of World Championships.

All STORIES

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Wike, Elumelu Urge Stronger Investments to Tackle Poverty

Wike and Elumelu urge stronger investments to tackle poverty, calling for public-private collaboration to unlock Abuja’s and Africa’s economic potential
News

Ondo Government Calms Public After DSS Terror Alert Leak

Ondo government reassures residents after DSS terror alert leak, confirming that active security measures are underway to keep the state safe.
News

Cross River Closes 36 Unapproved Schools Over Registration

Cross River begins a major enforcement drive, shutting down 36 unapproved schools to restore standards and protect the integrity of education.
News

Edo Moves to Regulate Scrap Dealers, Scavengers

Edo plans new scavenger regulation bill to curb vandalism, tighten scrap market control, and strengthen collaboration with the NSCDC.
Business

Moniepoint Raises $90 Million to Boost Global Expansion

Moniepoint raises $90 million to expand across Africa and Europe, strengthening its position as a leading force in African fintech innovation.
News

Strike: NARD meets Saturday to review FG’s response

NARD will meet Saturday to review the Federal Government’s response to doctors’ welfare demands, a decision that could determine another nationwide strike.
News

FAAN Targets Full ISO Certification For Airports By December

Nigeria’s airport operator sets a December deadline for full ISO certification across its network.
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Questions and Answers on Nigeria’s New Tax Law

Taxpayers in Nigeria get clarity on the new tax law affecting income, residence and compliance rules.
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Dangote’s Net Worth Nears $30 Billion as Fortune Hits $29.8B

Aliko Dangote’s net worth climbs to $29.8 billion, driven by gains in his cement and refinery ventures as he edges closer to the $30 billion mark.
News

NCDC Reports 172 Deaths as Lassa Fever Spreads Across Nigeria

The NCDC says 172 Nigerians have died from Lassa fever across 21 states. Ondo, Edo, and Bauchi lead in infections as the fatality rate climbs to 18.6 percent, surpassing last year’s figure.
News

DSS Warns of ISWAP Plot to Attack Ondo and Kogi Communities

The Department of State Services has issued a security alert warning that Islamic State West Africa Province militants are planning coordinated attacks on parts of Ondo and Kogi states.
News

NLC Warns FG: Resolve Education Crisis in Four Weeks or Face Shutdown

The Nigeria Labour Congress and education unions have given the Federal Government a four-week deadline to end the ongoing crisis in the sector or face nationwide action.
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