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Borno blast: Two brothers recount narrow escape from deadly Maiduguri attack

Two brothers recount how a traffic delay saved them from Maiduguri bombings that left 23 dead and over 100 injured.

March 17, 2026

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Multiple Explosions Rock Maiduguri, Scores Feared Dead as Key Locations Hit

KEY POINTS Three coordinated explosions hit major locations in Maiduguri, leaving many feared dead and several injured. Security agencies and emergency responders have been deployed, with casualty figures still unconfirmed. Governor Babagana Zulum condemned the attacks and linked them to ongoing military operations against...

March 17, 2026

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Kenya Pushes Ahead With Chinese-Led Highway Plan

Kenya advances a major highway upgrade with Chinese partners, boosted by Tony Elumelu’s investment pledge.

December 1, 2025

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First HoldCo Completes Sale of FBNQuest Merchant Bank

First HoldCo completes its divestment of FBNQuest Merchant Bank as Otedola advances a group-wide restructuring strategy.

December 1, 2025

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Access Holdings Seeks Shareholder Backing for New Capital Plan

KEY POINTS Access Holdings capital plan targets N40 billion. The capital move supports regulatory...

November 29, 2025

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Bassim Haidar Buys One Hyde Park Flat at Deep Discount

Bassim Haidar buys a One Hyde Park flat for £42 million, reflecting the ongoing London luxury property slump and distressed high-end sales.

November 29, 2025

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Dangote Signs New Deals to Advance Fertilizer Expansion Plans

Dangote accelerates fertilizer growth with new deals to expand urea capacity in Nigeria and build a major new plant in Ethiopia.

November 28, 2025

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Dangote Pushes Ahead With Major Refinery Expansion in India

Dangote advances a major refinery expansion through fresh India deals, pushing toward energy independence and a stronger fuel supply for Africa.

November 27, 2025

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Mo Dewji Secures AfDB Loan to Expand Tanzania Agro Business

AfDB approves $24.6 million to accelerate MeTL agro-industrial expansion, boosting jobs, exports, and sustainable farming across Tanzania.

November 26, 2025

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Sam Darwish adds $6.7 million as IHS Towers shares surge

Sam Darwish’s IHS Towers growth accelerates as the company’s shares rise, adding $6.7 million to his fortune amid renewed investor confidence.

November 26, 2025

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Court Voids N5.31 Billion Tax Ruling Against AEDC

A court ruling has reopened the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company tax dispute, giving the utility fresh relief amid layoffs and regulatory pressure.

November 26, 2025

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FIRS Denies Creating Exclusive Gateways In TSA System

FIRS rejects claims of a monopoly in the TSA collection framework, stressing its multi-channel structure and renewed focus on transparency and reform.

November 25, 2025

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Dangote’s Net Worth Falls as Cement Shares Drop

Dangote’s wealth slips by $1.4 billion as cement shares fall, tightening his yearly gains despite aggressive expansion across multiple African markets.

November 21, 2025

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Leadway’s Full Takeover of PAL Pensions Wins Final Approval

Leadway completes its acquisition of PAL Pensions after regulatory approval, setting the stage for wider reach, stronger governance and enhanced pension services.

November 21, 2025