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Otedola: First HoldCo Restructuring May Be Disruptive, but It’s Essential for Long-Term Growth

KEY POINTS Otedola says First HoldCo’s restructuring may cause disruption but is necessary for long-term stability. The group has taken a major profit hit after cleaning up N748bn in non-performing loans. Otedola reaffirms commitment to building a transparent, sustainable, world-class financial institution Femi Otedola, chairman...

NECO Releases 2025 SSCE Results, Records 72% Pass in English and Mathematics

KEY POINTS NECO recorded a 72% pass rate in English and Mathematics in the 2025 SSCE. Over 9,000 candidates were sanctioned for malpractice, with supervisors and centres punished. More than 71% of candidates achieved five credits including English and Mathematics. The National Examinations Council NECO,...

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EFCC Recovers ₦500 Billion, Secures 7,000 Convictions — Tinubu

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Police Disperse Release Nnamdi Kanu Now Protesters in Abuja

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FUNAAB Gets NUC Approval for Management Programmes

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Otedola: First HoldCo Restructuring May Be Disruptive, but It’s Essential for Long-Term Growth

KEY POINTS Otedola says First HoldCo’s restructuring may cause disruption but is necessary for...

NECO Releases 2025 SSCE Results, Records 72% Pass in English and Mathematics

KEY POINTS NECO recorded a 72% pass rate in English and Mathematics in the...

FCTA Assures Residents Snake Anti-Venom Is Available in All Abuja Public Hospitals

KEY POINTS FCTA says snake anti-venom is available in all FCT-owned hospitals and health...

PDP Chieftain Labels Wike as “Root Cause” of Party Crisis

KEY POINTS A PDP chieftain, Tony Ehilebo, has accused FCT Minister Nyesom Wike...