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NYSC gets civilian leadership and new uniform in sweeping reform

Nigeria has approved a sweeping NYSC reform, replacing military with civilian leadership and adding a new uniform, technology-driven operations and a stronger focus on skills.
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Open defecation returns to Cross River five years after COVID setback

Open defecation has surged back across Cross River five years after COVID stalled the state's sanitation drive, leaving 90 percent of rural homes without toilets.

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Court Stops MTN and Airtel from Blocking Airtime Loan Services

KEY POINTS MTN and Airtel have been restrained from suspending airtime lending services pending...
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“6 in 10 Nigerian University Students Linked to Cybercrime — EFCC Raises Alarm

KEY POINTS EFCC reports that 60% of Nigerian university students may be involved in...
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Raw exports mean we’re exporting jobs, RMRDC chief warns

RMRDC Director-General Nnanyelugo Ike-Muonso says Nigeria must abandon raw material exports for value addition and innovation if the country wants a real industrial renaissance.
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3MTT Impact Challenge Announces Winners Driving Real Solutions Across Nigeria

Nigeria's 3MTT programme has announced winners of its inaugural National Impact Challenge, spotlighting digital fellows solving real-world problems across all 36 states.
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Guterres urges South Africa to end xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has urged South Africa to end xenophobic attacks and the intimidation of foreign nationals in KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape.
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Dangote refinery is subsidizing Nigeria’s petrol and diesel, official says

A senior Dangote Group official says the refinery subsidizes Nigeria's petrol and diesel but sells jet fuel at full market price.
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FG seeks 30-day fuel credit for airlines as Dangote profits soar

The Federal Government has asked fuel marketers to give Nigerian airlines a 30-day credit window as Aliko Dangote's refinery rakes in record jet fuel margins.
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FG says 80 percent of women-owned businesses lack formal credit access

Women Affairs Minister Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim says more than 80 percent of Nigerian women-owned businesses operate without access to formal credit, holding back economic growth.
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Sanwo-Olu Backs Deputy Hamzat for Lagos Governor in 2027

KEY POINTS Governor Sanwo-Olu has endorsed his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, for the 2027 Lagos...
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Anthony Joshua Targets Comeback Fight After Tragic Accident

KEY POINTS Anthony Joshua will return to boxing on July 25 against Kristian Prenga...
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Lagos Govt Debunks Rumours of Sanwo-Olu’s Resignation Over Health

L KEY POINTS Lagos government denied reports that Governor Sanwo-Olu was asked to resign over...
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Malami Challenges EFCC in Court, Insists Seized Assets Are Legitimate

KEY POINTS Abubakar Malami is challenging the EFCC’s seizure of his assets, insisting they...
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NYSC gets civilian leadership and new uniform in sweeping reform

Nigeria has approved a sweeping NYSC reform, replacing military with civilian leadership and adding a new uniform, technology-driven operations and a stronger focus on skills.
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Open defecation returns to Cross River five years after COVID setback

Open defecation has surged back across Cross River five years after COVID stalled the state's sanitation drive, leaving 90 percent of rural homes without toilets.
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Boko Haram disguised as soldiers to abduct Borno NECO candidates, source says

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists in soldier and Forest Guard uniforms abducted NECO candidates and a teacher in Lassa, Borno, minutes after troops left their post.
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Army declares 104 soldiers missing after Boko Haram attack on Borno base

More than 104 Nigerian soldiers have been unaccounted for since a June 5 attack on their Borno base, and the Army now calls them deserters.