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Insecurity and Power Shortages Continue to Challenge Nigerian Businesses — CBN

KEY POINTS Insecurity and erratic power supply remain the top operational constraints for Nigerian businesses, followed by taxes, high interest rates, and financial challenges. Business confidence is improving, with optimism in industry, agriculture, and services sectors, and expectations of higher employment and expansion in...
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Nigeria Seeks $150 Billion to Boost Vaccine Procurement for 2026

KEY POINTS Nigeria plans to raise nearly $150 billion for vaccine procurement in 2025 and 2026 to strengthen its health sector and reduce dependence on foreign aid. Federal health spending has risen sharply, with allocations now at 5.2 per cent of the national budget...

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Femi Falana Urges Nigerian Officials to Stop Disrupting Youth Rallies

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana urges Nigerian officials to stop disrupting youth rallies and to engage with protesters on economic grievances.
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Kano Governor Declares 24-Hour Curfew

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf declares a 24-hour curfew following violent protests against economic hardship, urging unity and compliance for safety.
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 Abuja Protests: Defiant Crowds Overrun Government Complex

Thousands of determined protesters have overrun Abuja's Federal Secretariat Complex, defying security forces as they rally against economic hardships and rising tensions.
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Lagos Market Traders Struggle Without Amenities: A Call for Change

Approximately 2,000 women who trade in Mushin and Oyingbo markets, Lagos State’s bustling commercial...
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‘We’ll Be Eating, Protesters Can Go Protest,’ Akpabio Mocks Organizers

Nigerians plan a nationwide protest on August 1 against economic hardship, demanding government accountability.
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EFCC Launches Special Unit to Combat Immigration Fraud in Nigeria

The EFCC has inaugurated an Immigration Fraud Section to tackle escalating visa and immigration scams in Nigeria, enhancing security measures.
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Government Pleads with Nigerians to Avoid Protest

The Nigerian government appeals for peace and dialogue amid economic challenges, urging citizens to avoid the scheduled nationwide protest.
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Abuja Residents Stock Essentials Before #EndBadGovernance Protests

Abuja residents are stocking up on essentials as #EndBadGovernance protests loom, purchasing food and medications to prepare for potential disruptions.
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MTN Shuts Down Stores Nationwide After SIM-NIN Chaos

MTN Nigeria closes stores nationwide after chaos over SIM-NIN linking directive, reflecting telecom sector challenges.
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MTN Nigeria Reports ₦519 Billion Loss Amid Inflation, Weak Naira

MTN Nigeria faces a ₦519 billion loss in the first half of the year, impacted by inflation and a weak naira. The telecom giant explores strategies to mitigate financial challenges.
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Court Restricts Lagos Protests to Designated Parks

A Lagos court restricts hunger protests to specific parks due to safety concerns, with international security alerts issued for Nigeria.
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Facebooks Perfect, Impossible Chatbot

Customer Service with AI: The Company Leading the Way in 2023 The user can start...
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Insecurity and Power Shortages Continue to Challenge Nigerian Businesses — CBN

KEY POINTS Insecurity and erratic power supply remain the top operational constraints for Nigerian...
Business

Nigeria Seeks $150 Billion to Boost Vaccine Procurement for 2026

KEY POINTS Nigeria plans to raise nearly $150 billion for vaccine procurement in 2025...
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AAC Condemns FCT Minister Over Mobile Phone Ban for Workers

KEY POINTS The AAC FCT Chapter condemned Wike’s directive banning mobile phone use by...
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Namu Community Gets Power After 20 Years

The Namu solar project ends over 20 years of darkness, bringing electricity and new economic opportunities to rural Plateau State

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