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Lagos to Close Apongbon Bridge for Six Weeks as Federal Government Begins Major Repairs

KEY POINTS Lagos will shut Apongbon Bridge from February 5 to March 19, 2026, for major repairs by the Federal Ministry of Works. Repairs will be executed in phases, with traffic diversions and alternative routes provided for motorists. The project aims to fix severe...
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Court Blocks Admission of Key Documents in Yahaya Bello’s ₦80.2bn Fraud Trial Over Missing Receipts

KEY POINTS Court refused to admit CTCs of documents in Yahaya Bello’s trial due to absence of payment receipts. Defence attempted to tender documents from another Federal High Court, but prosecution raised a procedural objection. Trial was adjourned to February 5, 2026, for continuation...

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Dollar Trades Around ₦1,495 to Naira in Nigeria’s Parallel Market

The black market dollar to naira rate climbed near ₦1,495 today, mirroring persistent FX scarcity and rising importer demand.
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FG Begins ₦10 Million Support Fund for Tertiary Staff

The tertiary institution staff support fund begins nationwide rollout, providing ₦10 million interest-free loans to improve staff welfare.
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Oyo Empire’s 1895 Defiance Redefined Nigeria’s Colonial History

In 1895, the Oyo Empire’s resistance to British invasion under Alaafin Adeyemi I redefined Yoruba identity and Nigeria’s colonial history.
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NHIA Restores Enrolment Portal After PUNCH Report

NHIA restores its digital enrolment portal after PUNCH report, promising stronger cybersecurity and real-time support to prevent future disruptions.
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Oyo Says Agricultural Investments Have Cut Food Prices

Oyo State’s agricultural investment reforms are stabilizing food prices as Governor Makinde credits farm hubs, private partnerships, and infrastructure upgrades.
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Tinubu Approves 15 Percent Import Duty on Petrol and Diesel

President Tinubu has approved a 15 percent import duty on petrol and diesel imports to strengthen local refining and stabilise the domestic oil market
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IHS Nigeria Cuts Fuel Use By 50 Million Liters Through Project Green

IHS Nigeria cut diesel use by 50 million liters after investing $750 million in hybrid and solar power systems.
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Lagos Waterfront Demolition Leaves Oworonshoki Families Homeless, Desperate

Hundreds of Oworonshoki residents remain homeless after a midnight demolition left families struggling to survive in open fields.
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Nigeria’s Service Chiefs Outline Plans To Tackle Security Challenges

Nigeria’s new military leaders outlined clear plans to strengthen internal security and called for reforms in the police system.
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Nigeria Faces Rising Cyber Threats as Microsoft Warns of Attacks

Microsoft’s latest report warns that Nigeria faces rising AI-powered cyber attacks targeting critical sectors, urging immediate cybersecurity reforms and stronger international cooperation.
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10 Best Forex Brokers in Africa for 2025 — Billionaires Africa

According to Billionaires Africa, forex trading in Africa is growing fast. Here are the 10 best forex brokers in Africa offering trusted access and regulation.
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BUA Cement Profit Hits $200 Million in Nine Months

BUA Cement profit hit $200 million in nine months of 2025, driven by higher cement prices and strong cost management under Abdul Samad Rabiu
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Lagos to Close Apongbon Bridge for Six Weeks as Federal Government Begins Major Repairs

KEY POINTS Lagos will shut Apongbon Bridge from February 5 to March 19, 2026,...
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Court Blocks Admission of Key Documents in Yahaya Bello’s ₦80.2bn Fraud Trial Over Missing Receipts

KEY POINTS Court refused to admit CTCs of documents in Yahaya Bello’s trial due...
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VAT Allocations to FG, States, LGAs Rise 26% to ₦7.73tn in 2025

KEY POINTS VAT allocations rose to ₦7.73 trillion in 2025, up 26.46% from ₦6.11...
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Nnamdi Kanu Appeals Life Sentence, Seeks Quashing of Terrorism Conviction

KEY POINTS Nnamdi Kanu has personally filed an appeal to quash his life sentence...

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