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Jim Ovia’s $5 Million Bet Built Nigeria’s Zenith Bank Giant

Jim Ovia’s $5 million bet in 1990 built Zenith Bank into Nigeria’s most profitable lender, with over $3.3 billion in shareholders’ funds today.
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FG Threatens Contract Cut on Ibadan-Ilesha Road Project

Nigeria’s works minister warns contractors on the Ibadan-Ilesha expressway to begin urgent palliative repairs or risk losing half of the project scope.

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Anthony Joshua Breaks Silence After Crash That Killed Two Close Friends

KEY POINTS Anthony Joshua paid tribute to Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele after a...
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Bandits Strike Niger Communities Again, Over 30 Killed, Many Abducted

KEY POINTS Over 30 people were killed in fresh bandit attacks in Agwara and...
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Expert Cautions Nigerians on Antibiotic Abuse Risks

A Lagos based medical specialist warns that antibiotic abuse and self medication are accelerating antimicrobial resistance and threatening effective treatment of common infections.
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Natasha Backs Joshua, Presses Nigeria on Highway Safety

Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan expressed sympathy with Anthony Joshua after a fatal crash, renewing calls for urgent highway reforms and stronger emergency response systems.
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Nigeria Posts Strongest Economic Expansion at 57.6 Index

Nigeria recorded its strongest economic expansion at 57.6 index points, as activity, demand, and confidence strengthened across the private sector.
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Court Remands Malami Over Alleged Money Laundering

A Federal High Court in Abuja has remanded former Attorney General Abubakar Malami, his son and an associate in prison over alleged money laundering involving about ₦9 billion.
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Three Killed, Three Abducted as Bandits Strike Kaduna Community Again

Bandits killed three people and abducted three others in a late night attack on Bundu Kahugu community in Kaduna State.
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Anthony Joshua Mourns Close Friends Killed in Lagos Ibadan Expressway Crash

Anthony Joshua lost two close friends and team members in a Lagos Ibadan Expressway crash that also left the boxer injured.
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Nigeria Tax Laws Face Fresh Resistance as Lawmakers, Students and Court Step In

Nigeria’s new tax laws face growing resistance as lawmakers, students and the courts question their authenticity and planned rollout.
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US Air Strikes Trigger Terrorist Movements as Nigerian Military Tightens Surveillance

Nigeria’s military is tracking fleeing terrorists after US air strikes, amid rising debate over security cooperation and foreign troop deployment.
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Brain Drain Fears Grow as Nigerian Scientists Exit

Nigeria scientific community warns that rising migration of Nigerian scientists could weaken research capacity and slow innovation if funding and policy reforms stall.
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Naira Gains N11 at Official FX Market

The naira strengthened at the official market, gaining N11 as improved liquidity and steady inflows supported confidence in Nigeria currency outlook.
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Jim Ovia’s $5 Million Bet Built Nigeria’s Zenith Bank Giant

Jim Ovia’s $5 million bet in 1990 built Zenith Bank into Nigeria’s most profitable lender, with over $3.3 billion in shareholders’ funds today.
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FG Threatens Contract Cut on Ibadan-Ilesha Road Project

Nigeria’s works minister warns contractors on the Ibadan-Ilesha expressway to begin urgent palliative repairs or risk losing half of the project scope.
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Sowore Sues Police Chief Over Alleged Rights Violations

Activist Omoyele Sowore has sued Nigeria’s police chief, alleging unlawful arrest, detention, and rights violations linked to a protest in Abuja.
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NYSC to Standardise Protocols for Corpers With Disabilities

NYSC introduces a standardised protocol to ensure inclusive handling of corps members with disabilities during the orientation course and service year.

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