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Dangote Slashes Fuel Price, Demands Nationwide Compliance at MRS Stations

KEY POINTS Dangote Refinery has set a new petrol price of ₦739 per litre at all MRS stations, urging Nigerians to report any outlet charging above this rate. The refinery warns against attempts by other operators to create artificial scarcity and calls for stronger...

Hardship Casts Shadow Over Christmas for Onitsha’s Poor

Christmas brings little relief in Onitsha as economic hardship forces poor residents to depend on charity for food and cash.

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FG Stops Planned 15% Import Duty on Petrol and Diesel

Federal Government suspends 15% import duty on petrol and diesel to keep fuel prices stable and maintain market supply.

Two Nigerians Dead, Two Rescued After Mediterranean Shipwreck

Two Nigerians were rescued while two others died after a migrant boat capsized off Libya, the IOM confirms.

Lagos to Begin Eight-Month Lekki–Ajah Road Rehabilitation

Lagos begins an eight-month Lekki–Ajah road rehabilitation to improve traffic flow and enhance road infrastructure across the corridor.

Nigeria Reverses Mother-Tongue Policy, Adopts English for Schools

Nigeria ends its mother-tongue education policy as English becomes the official language of instruction across all school levels.

Defence Minister Says No Punishment for Soldier on Lawful Duty

Defence Minister Mohammad Badaru says soldiers on lawful duty will not face punishment, pledging stronger troop welfare and modernisation efforts.

Civil Defence Board Urges Early Login For CBT

The Civil Defence Board directs shortlisted candidates to log in 30 minutes before their scheduled CBT to ensure a smooth online recruitment test

Dangote’s Fortune Slips Below $30 Billion as Cement Shares Fall

Dangote’s wealth dips below $30 billion as cement shares fall on investor caution and Nigeria’s new capital gains tax.

Nigeria Bans Sachet Alcohol and Small Bottles to Curb Abuse

Nigeria bans sachet and small-bottle alcohol. Enforcement begins January 2026 to reduce misuse and protect public health.

Protest Erupts in Katsina as Bandit Attacks Leave 30 Abducted in One Week

Residents protest in Katsina after bandit attacks kill one and abduct more than 30 despite peace deal promises.

Nigeria Data Economy: Who Owns the Country’s Digital Wealth?

Nigeria’s data economy is booming—but who really owns the country’s digital wealth and profits from it?

Nigeria’s Local Rice Policy: Revolution or Illusion?

Nigeria’s local rice policy holds promise, but productivity issues and value‑chain gaps raise questions about whether real transformation is happening.

Nigeria’s $3 Billion Palm Oil Market Races Toward Self-Sufficiency

Nigeria’s palm oil market is undergoing a revival as domestic producers and agritech drive a race toward self-sufficiency, value chain prominence.

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Dangote Slashes Fuel Price, Demands Nationwide Compliance at MRS Stations

KEY POINTS Dangote Refinery has set a new petrol price of ₦739 per litre...

Hardship Casts Shadow Over Christmas for Onitsha’s Poor

Christmas brings little relief in Onitsha as economic hardship forces poor residents to depend on charity for food and cash.

Unprecedented Takeover: Dynamics and Implications of APC’s Dominance of the National Assembly

Defections and court rulings give the APC a two-thirds majority in the National Assembly, reshaping power and oversight in Nigeria.

Peter Obi: Not Criminalising Vote Buying at Primaries Hurts Democracy

Peter Obi faults lawmakers for failing to criminalise vote buying at party primaries, warning the practice damages Nigeria’s democracy.