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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...

February 4, 2026

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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,...

February 4, 2026

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NDIC Expands Awareness Drive To Protect Small Savers

NDIC rolls out deposit insurance awareness among small savers to protect low-income Nigerians and boost banking confidence.

October 16, 2025

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Troops Dismantle Seven Illegal Refineries, Foil ₦98 Million Oil Theft

Troops destroyed illegal refinery sites and seized stolen crude worth over ₦98 million in a major Niger Delta operation.

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FG Accused of Insincerity in Talks With University Staff

ASUU at University of Ibadan accuses the federal government of failing to honour collective bargaining in universities despite repeated agreements.

October 16, 2025

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Nigeria leads Sub-Saharan Africa in the 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, with 24 institutions making the global list

October 16, 2025

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Court Rules Nnamdi Kanu Fit to Face Trial

A medical panel from the Nigerian Medical Association has declared Nnamdi Kanu fit for trial, ruling that his ailment poses no life-threatening risk

October 16, 2025

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Army, Family Clash Over Killing of Civilian in Delta

The killing of Ugochukwu Oghenekaro in Delta State has sparked outrage as his family accuses the Army of a cover-up and plans legal action.

October 16, 2025

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Obi, ADC, Dickson Condemn Growing Wave of Defections to APC

Peter Obi, ADC, and Seriake Dickson criticize mass defections to APC, warning that the moves threaten Nigeria’s democracy and reduce political competition.

October 16, 2025

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Nancy Mace Says Christians in Nigeria Face Genocide

Rep. Nancy Mace says killings of Christians in Nigeria amount to genocide. Tinubu rejects the claim, calling it exaggerated and divisive.

October 16, 2025

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ASUU Strike: NLC Condemns Tinubu No Work No Pay Policy

NLC rejects the no work no pay policy. Joe Ajaero says unpaid entitlements, not staff, cause ongoing strikes across the education sector.

October 16, 2025

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Faduri Slams Tinubu’s Presidential Pardons Over Justice Concerns

Faduri warns that Tinubu’s presidential pardons for convicts of serious crimes could erode justice, security, and trust in governance.

October 16, 2025

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Nigeria Issues ₦4 Trillion Bond to Clear Power Sector Debt

Nigeria rolls out a ₦4 trillion bond to settle GenCos’ arrears, restore electricity market stability, and revive investor confidence in the power sector

October 15, 2025

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