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Otedola: First HoldCo Restructuring May Be Disruptive, but It’s Essential for Long-Term Growth

KEY POINTS Otedola says First HoldCo’s restructuring may cause disruption but is necessary for long-term stability. The group has taken a major profit hit after cleaning up N748bn in non-performing loans. Otedola reaffirms commitment to building a transparent, sustainable, world-class financial institution Femi Otedola, chairman...

February 4, 2026

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NECO Releases 2025 SSCE Results, Records 72% Pass in English and Mathematics

KEY POINTS NECO recorded a 72% pass rate in English and Mathematics in the 2025 SSCE. Over 9,000 candidates were sanctioned for malpractice, with supervisors and centres punished. More than 71% of candidates achieved five credits including English and Mathematics. The National Examinations Council NECO,...

February 4, 2026

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Terrorists Raid Catholic School in Niger, Abduct Students and Staff

Unidentified gunmen abduct students and staff from St. Mary’s Catholic School in Niger State. Authorities are assessing the full scope of the attack.

November 21, 2025

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Bandits Demand N100 Million Each for 35 Abducted Kwara Worshippers

Bandits who raided Christ Apostolic Church in Eruku have demanded N100 million for each abducted worshipper. Families, community leaders and security agencies are now racing to locate the victims as frustration grows over local security lapses.

November 21, 2025

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U.S. Lawmakers Call for Action Against Christian Killings in Nigeria

U.S. lawmakers held a congressional hearing on violence against Christians in Nigeria and met with Nigerian security officials to discuss counterterrorism and religious protection.

November 21, 2025

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Court Sends Nnamdi Kanu to Life in Prison on Terrorism Charges

Federal High Court gives Nnamdi Kanu life term over terrorism charges as South East leaders reject ruling and plan appeal.

November 21, 2025

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MSF Scales Up Diphtheria Response Across Northern Nigeria

MSF expands its diphtheria response in northern Nigeria as suspected cases surge, overwhelming treatment centres and exposing critical gaps in care.

November 21, 2025

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Northwest Nigeria Sees Deadly Spike in School Attacks

Save the Children warns that rising northwest school attacks threaten children’s rights and demand urgent security action after the latest abduction in Kebbi State.

November 21, 2025

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Nigeria’s Agribusiness Fuels Surge in Non-Oil GDP Growth

Nigeria agribusiness is scaling fast—from better seeds to global sales—to reshape the country’s non-oil economy and drive long-term diversification.

November 21, 2025

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Malala Fund Pledges $1.7 Million for Nigeria Girls

Malala Fund invests $1.7 million in Nigeria to strengthen girls’ education, supporting nine local organisations focused on access, re-entry, and accountability.

November 20, 2025

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CAN Presses Nigeria After Kwara Church Attack

CAN condemns the Kwara church attack, urging urgent rescue of abducted worshippers and renewed action to address rising violence in vulnerable Nigerian communities.

November 20, 2025

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