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Wike Expresses Confidence in Peace Talks as Tinubu Steps In to Resolve Rivers Political Crisis

KEY POINTS Wike says President Tinubu’s intervention is a major step toward resolving the Rivers State political crisis. The dispute escalated after lawmakers began impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara. Stakeholders are hopeful the president’s mediation will restore peace and stability in the state. Federal Capital...

February 11, 2026

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Tinubu Appoints Adesayo Micheal as New NEMSA Boss

KEY POINTS President Tinubu appointed Engr. Adesayo Michael as Managing Director/CEO of NEMSA and named a new board. Stakeholders, including a consumer advocacy leader, say Michael is well qualified for the role. The president also appointed a new SHESTCO boss and nominated two commissioners...

February 11, 2026

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Nigerian Bonds Yield Drops as Inflation Slows

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Unity Bank MD urges young Nigerians to embrace a savings culture, stressing financial literacy, early money management, and long-term resilience for economic independence.

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U.S. Lawmaker Condemns Kebbi School Abductions

A U.S. lawmaker’s reaction to the Kebbi school abductions sparks debate as Nigerian officials correct details and push for stronger security measures

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Bandits storm a Kebbi girls school, kill a school official and abduct twenty five students, prompting urgent reactions from leaders.

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Dangote Group maintains refinery expansion plans, aiming for 1.4 million barrels per day despite government postponing fuel import duty.

November 18, 2025

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Pope Warns Against Rising Attacks on Christians in Nigeria

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November 18, 2025

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Nigeria’s Inflation Drop Fails to Ease Household Pressures – CPPE

Nigeria’s inflation slowdown offers minimal household relief as structural inflation pressures persist, according to CPPE, which warns deeper reforms are urgently required.

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Gunmen abducted 25 schoolgirls from a Kebbi secondary school, killing a vice principal and triggering a major security operation across the area.

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Dangote Cement Opens N100bn Note Sale to Investors

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Nigeria Opens Portal for N50m Innovation Grant

Nigeria launches a N50m student innovation grant aimed at supporting campus innovators with funding for prototypes, research projects and early-stage ideas.

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Banks Shift Idle Cash to CBN’s SDF Window

Banks increasingly place funds at the CBN’s SDF window as tightening conditions curb lending appetite and push treasury teams toward safer overnight placements.

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