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Jim Ovia’s $5 Million Bet Built Nigeria’s Zenith Bank Giant

Jim Ovia’s $5 million bet in 1990 built Zenith Bank into Nigeria’s most profitable lender, with over $3.3 billion in shareholders’ funds today.

FG Threatens Contract Cut on Ibadan-Ilesha Road Project

Nigeria’s works minister warns contractors on the Ibadan-Ilesha expressway to begin urgent palliative repairs or risk losing half of the project scope.

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Nigeria Pauses Sachet Alcohol Ban After SGF Directive

Nigeria has halted enforcement of the sachet alcohol ban after an SGF directive, pending consultations and a final government review.

CBN Signals Higher Treasury Bill Rates After Bond Reset

Nigeria’s central bank prepares to lift Treasury bill rates after bond yields surge, signalling firmer monetary conditions and renewed focus on yield alignment.

EEDC Blames Power Supply Drop on Gas Shortages

EEDC says gas constraints disrupted generation, forcing load shedding and reducing electricity supply across the South-East as grid operators work to restore stability.

Trump Sues BBC for $10 Billion Over Edited Speech

Donald Trump sued the BBC for $10 billion, alleging an edited documentary misrepresented his January 6 speech and influenced the 2024 election

Alakija Donates $23 Million Teaching Hospital to Osun University

Nigeria’s richest woman donates a $23 million teaching hospital to Osun State University, expanding medical training, specialist care, and healthcare infrastructure capacity

Festive Season Pressure Sends Nigeria’s Inflation to Four-Month High

Nigeria’s November inflation climbed month-on-month as festive demand and insecurity lifted food prices, despite easing annual inflation trends.

Dangote Lowers Petrol Prices, Fuel Importers Face Billions in Losses

Dangote’s petrol price cut has triggered a price war, cutting pump prices but causing huge losses for importers and fuel marketers.

US Embassy Warns Nigerians of Permanent Bans Over Visa Fraud

The US Embassy in Abuja warns Nigerians that visa fraud, false claims or fake documents can result in permanent bans under US law.

Umahi Says Southeast Integration Makes Biafra Calls Obsolete

Works Minister David Umahi says federal infrastructure investment under President Tinubu has reintegrated the Southeast, making renewed Biafra agitation unnecessary.

Dangote Warns Oil Theft Syndicates Outgun Drug Cartels

Dangote warns that Nigeria’s oil mafia rivals drug cartels, blaming refinery losses and pipeline sabotage for undermining energy security.

INEC Opens Online Accreditation for FCT Election Coverage

INEC has opened an online accreditation portal for journalists covering the FCT poll, signaling early preparations for structured media access during the elections.

Supreme Court Backs Fidelity Bank in Sagecom Case

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Fidelity Bank, resolving a two-decade dispute with Sagecom and reducing the judgment debt significantly.

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Jim Ovia’s $5 Million Bet Built Nigeria’s Zenith Bank Giant

Jim Ovia’s $5 million bet in 1990 built Zenith Bank into Nigeria’s most profitable lender, with over $3.3 billion in shareholders’ funds today.

FG Threatens Contract Cut on Ibadan-Ilesha Road Project

Nigeria’s works minister warns contractors on the Ibadan-Ilesha expressway to begin urgent palliative repairs or risk losing half of the project scope.

Sowore Sues Police Chief Over Alleged Rights Violations

Activist Omoyele Sowore has sued Nigeria’s police chief, alleging unlawful arrest, detention, and rights violations linked to a protest in Abuja.

NYSC to Standardise Protocols for Corpers With Disabilities

NYSC introduces a standardised protocol to ensure inclusive handling of corps members with disabilities during the orientation course and service year.