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FG Introduces Impact Challenge as 3MTT Expands

Nigeria’s government is introducing a new challenge to assess how digital skills training under 3MTT is translating into jobs, opportunities, and long-term economic impact

Chief Imam of Ilorin Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Sali Dies at 75

KEY POINTS Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Saliu, Chief Imam of Ilorin, has died at the age of 75. He served as the 12th Chief Imam of the Ilorin Emirate for over 40 years. The cleric was known for promoting peace, unity and religious tolerance. Family members...

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AEDC fires 800 workers after restructuring, raising concerns over worsening electricity supply and poor sector performance.

US Congress Moves to Sanction Miyetti Allah Over Religious Freedom Violations

US lawmakers plan sanctions on Miyetti Allah over alleged Christian persecution, as Nigeria opens talks to ease tension.

Kanu Writes Trump, Alleges Judeo-Christian Killings in Nigeria

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Nigeria’s Oil Output Set to Rise, Regulator Says

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Kwara Police Arrest Four Over Imam’s Killing

Kwara police arrest four suspects after a mob attack killed the Sokunkpan village Chief Imam, with investigations expanding to track remaining attackers

US Military Drafts Airstrike Plans for Nigeria After Trump’s Warning

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Nigeria’s food imports jumped 45% in H1 2025 as insecurity and weak agricultural output hurt local production capacity.

31 U.S. Congress Members Commend Trump for Nigeria’s CPC Tag

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FG Introduces Impact Challenge as 3MTT Expands

Nigeria’s government is introducing a new challenge to assess how digital skills training under 3MTT is translating into jobs, opportunities, and long-term economic impact

Chief Imam of Ilorin Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Sali Dies at 75

KEY POINTS Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Saliu, Chief Imam of Ilorin, has died at the...

Geregu Power Posts $29.5m Profit as Abdulaziz Yari Era Begins with Strong Results

KEY POINTS Geregu Power posted a pre tax profit of $29.53 million on revenue...

Paystack Expands into Banking as Shola Akinlade Targets Nigeria’s $32bn Small Business Funding Gap

KEY POINTS Paystack has acquired and rebranded a microfinance bank to expand into lending...