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World Bank Moves to Revitalize 58 Nasarawa PHCs with IMPACT

IMPACT combats malnutrition and improves healthcare access and training at 58 PHCs in Nasarawa.

January 12, 2025

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US to Return $53 Million in Seized Assets from Ex-Nigerian Oil Minister

US to return $53 million in seized assets from ex-Nigerian oil minister to fund development and security initiatives.

January 11, 2025

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Nigeria’s Rusty FX Market Struggles to Rebound

Nigeria’s FX market faces ongoing challenges, with liquidity shortages and volatility threatening economic recovery despite government interventions.

August 22, 2024

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Bandits Abduct Kaduna Village Chief’s Family in Night Raid

Bandits in Kaduna State abducted the wife and children of Galadimawa's village head in a night raid, escalating security concerns in the region.

August 22, 2024

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Nigeria Cuts COP29 Costs, Saving N10 Billion in Government Spending

Nigeria slashes COP29 expenses by N10 billion, reducing delegation size and enhancing transparency to address public concerns.

August 21, 2024

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Nigerian Electricity Workers Threaten Nationwide Blackout Over Union Leader’s Arrest

NUEE warns of a power sector shutdown if labor leader Joe Ajaero is arrested on controversial charges.

August 21, 2024

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Oil Producers Oppose Mandatory Crude Sales to Local Refineries

Oil producers in Nigeria are pushing back against a government proposal requiring mandatory crude sales to local refineries, citing concerns about profitability and existing contracts.

August 21, 2024

Business

Tinubu Committee and Dangote Refinery Agree on September Petrol Rollout

Nigeria's government and Dangote Refinery agree on September petrol rollout, shifting crude oil sales to naira.

August 21, 2024

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NLC President Ajaero Defers Police Invitation Over Prior Engagement

NLC President Joe Ajaero defers his appearance at the police headquarters due to prior commitments, with lawyer Femi Falana demanding details on terrorism financing allegations.

August 21, 2024

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Presidency Unveils New Presidential Jet to Replace Aging Aircraft

Nigeria reveals a new Airbus A330 as its presidential jet, promising reduced costs and enhanced safety, marking a major fleet upgrade.

August 20, 2024

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Pastor Ashimolowo Loses N200M in Bank Shares, Warns Against Investments

Pastor Ashimolowo reveals N200M loss in Nigerian bank shares, urging caution and recommending real estate as a safer investment.

August 20, 2024

Business

NNPC Pledges 221,000 BPD to Finance $6.6 Billion Debt

NNPC pledges 221,000 bpd to service a $6.6 billion debt, aiming to stabilize Nigeria’s energy sector and meet financial obligations.

August 20, 2024

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Police Summon NLC Leader Ajaero Over Alleged Terrorism, Treason Charges

Police summon NLC leader Joe Ajaero for questioning on serious charges, sparking concerns of government intimidation and suppression.

August 20, 2024

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Niger Delta Governors Face Scrutiny Over Misuse of 13% Derivation Funds

Former federal lawmaker Farah Dagogo has accused Niger Delta governors of mismanaging the 13% derivation funds, leaving oil-producing communities in poverty despite the influx of billions of naira.

August 20, 2024