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The £2 Million Question: What Really Happened at Harrods? How the Diezani Alison-Madueke trial became a masterclass in narrative inflation

KEY POINTS Headlines exaggerate Alison-Madueke’s alleged £2m Harrods spending and luxury perks; she didn’t personally own or spend these. Viral stories like the “diamond bra” misrepresent facts, creating a distorted public perception. Trial highlights media bias, gendered narratives, and the difficulty of proving corrupt...
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BUA Foods Posts Sharp Profit Jump as Demand Lifts Sales

BUA Foods nearly doubled profit in 2025, as demand for staples and tight cost control lifted earnings and reinforced its position in Nigeria’s food sector.

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Senate Probes Ministers on Failed School Safety Plan

The Senate has intensified its probe into the safe school initiative as rising attacks renew concerns over funding, oversight and stalled protection efforts
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US Firm Withdraws Nigeria’s Presidential Jet Listing

JetHQ has removed Nigeria’s presidential jet from its listings, creating new uncertainty around the sale and the government’s stalled disposal plan
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Suspects Detail How Ogun FRSC Officer and Daughter Were Killed in Osun

Police say an FRSC officer and her daughter were lured from Ogun to Osun, where suspects carried out a ritual murder.
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Marafa Backs Trump’s Threat Of Military Action Against Nigeria

Kabiru Marafa backs Donald Trump’s threat of military action in Nigeria, claiming the warning could force stronger action on insecurity.
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US Issues Visa Ban On Nigerians Linked To Anti-Christian Violence

The United States announces new visa restrictions for Nigerians accused of involvement in anti-Christian violence and religious freedom abuses.
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Senate Opens Inquiry Into Funding of Safe Schools Initiative

The Senate opens a broad probe into Safe Schools Initiative funding as continued school attacks raise urgent questions over accountability and implementation.
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Auditor Faults NNPC Over £14 Million London Office Spending

Nigeria’s auditor flags £14.3 million in unverified spending at NNPC’s London office, intensifying scrutiny of the oil company’s financial controls
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PDP Issues Expulsion Certificates to Wike, Fayose and Nine Others

PDP has issued expulsion certificates to 11 top figures, including Wike and Fayose, as the party tightens internal discipline.
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Caverton Unveils Nigeria’s First Electric Ferry

Caverton launches Nigeria’s first electric ferry as it moves toward cleaner marine transport and strengthens its position in the country’s waterway transport sector
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19 Kidnapped as Gunmen Target Rivers Students and Imo Bus

Gunmen abduct Rivers university students and seize a passenger bus in Imo as lawmakers demand stronger federal action.
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US Lawmakers Challenge Nigeria’s Position on Attacks Against Christians

US lawmakers question Nigeria’s stance on Christian killings as a joint congressional probe examines violence, sanctions and pressure on Abuja.
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Dangote Cement Shares Jump 10 Percent in Fresh Rally

Dangote Cement shares jumped 10 percent today, fueled by investor optimism, strong earnings, and expectations of continued growth in Nigeria’s cement market.
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The £2 Million Question: What Really Happened at Harrods? How the Diezani Alison-Madueke trial became a masterclass in narrative inflation

KEY POINTS Headlines exaggerate Alison-Madueke’s alleged £2m Harrods spending and luxury perks; she didn’t...
Business

BUA Foods Posts Sharp Profit Jump as Demand Lifts Sales

BUA Foods nearly doubled profit in 2025, as demand for staples and tight cost control lifted earnings and reinforced its position in Nigeria’s food sector.
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Vitafoam Nigeria Posts Strong Start to 2026 on Demand

Vitafoam Nigeria began 2026 with higher revenue and profit, supported by domestic demand growth, lower finance costs and a stronger balance sheet despite weaker exports.
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Linkage Assurance Revenue Rises 24 Percent on Performance

Linkage Assurance posted a 24 percent rise in insurance revenue in 2025, supported by underwriting growth, reinsurance optimisation and improved profitability across core operations.

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