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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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NGO, NCoS Launch Farming Initiative to Train Inmates

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UniCal Evicts Senior Staff from Quarters Over Misuse Allegations

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Reps Launch Probe Into Excessive Bank Charges

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Army Chief Warns Enemies, Says ‘Your Time Is Up’

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Finance Minister Wale Edun Travels to UK for Medical Care

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Gift Olalusi Wins U.S. Research Award for Study in Healthcare

Gift Olalusi, a Nigerian scholar at Wayne State University, wins a U.S. award for groundbreaking health communication research addressing bias in healthcare.

Dollar To Naira Rate Steadies Amid Market Pressure

The dollar to naira exchange rate steadied on October 15, 2025, with official and parallel market rates showing minimal movement.

FG Reforms Admission Rules, Drops Maths for Arts Students

Mathematics not compulsory for Arts students as FG reforms admission rules to expand access and create fairer opportunities across institutions.

Nigeria Losing Billions to Illicit Financial Flows, Says IMF

The IMF says illicit financial flows are worsening Nigeria’s revenue crisis as it pledges renewed support to track illegal fund movements.

Mbah’s Move to APC Can’t Weaken PDP, Says Ologunagba

PDP spokesman Debo Ologunagba says the party remains strong despite Governor Peter Mbah’s defection to the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.

Nigerian Student Deported for Breaching UK Visa Work Limit

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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...