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Elumelu’s Transcorp pays N20.3bn dividend on profit jump

Tony Elumelu's Transcorp Group declared an N20.3 billion dividend after a 44 percent jump in 2025 profit after tax to N135.9 billion.

May 12, 2026

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Tinubu Heads to Africa-France Summit as Leaders Push Digital Innovation and Green Growth Agenda

KEY POINTS President Tinubu arrived in Nairobi to attend the Africa-France Summit hosted by Presidents Macron and Ruto. Discussions at the summit will focus on digital transformation, climate action, green industrialisation and financing reforms. Tinubu will proceed to Rwanda for the Africa CEO Forum...

May 12, 2026

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Rivers Political Feud Escalates as Wike-Aligned PDP Faction Issues Apology Ultimatum to APC Secretary

KEY POINTS A PDP faction loyal to Nyesom Wike has given APC National Secretary...

January 7, 2026

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Atiku: No ADC Aspirant will Step Aside in 2027 Race

KEY POINTS Atiku says every ADC presidential aspirant will contest without pressure to withdraw. ...

January 7, 2026

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Power Without Presence: How Remote Control Is Reshaping Nigerian Politics

KEY POINTS Political influence in Nigeria is increasingly exercised from outside the country through...

January 7, 2026

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Rivers Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu Leaves PDP for APC

KEY POINTS Rivers Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu has defected from the PDP to the...

January 6, 2026

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APC Secretary Tells Wike to Quit Cabinet, Accuses Him of Meddling in Rivers Politics

KEY POINTS APC national secretary Ajibola Basiru says Nyesom Wike should resign as FCT...

January 6, 2026

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Bwala says Peter Obi Will not Clinch ADC Presidential or VP Ticket

KEY POINTS Daniel Bwala says Peter Obi will not secure ADC presidential or VP...

January 6, 2026

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Anthony Joshua Considers Retirement After Fatal Car Crash in Nigeria

Joshua may retire from boxing after surviving a fatal crash in Nigeria that killed two close team members.

January 6, 2026

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Nigeria’s Power Sector Spent 2025 Trapped Between Old Debts And A New Power Order

Nigeria’s electricity sector in 2025 was shaped by unpaid GenCo debts and state power ambitions, with little relief for consumers.

January 6, 2026

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Stefolga Group to Focus CSR on Youth, Media and Sports

Stefolga Group says youth-centred CSR initiatives in media and sports will guide its social investments, with Flow FM playing a central role in talent development.

January 6, 2026

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Lagos Police Invite Pastor Over Rape Allegations

Lagos police have invited Pastor Chris Okafor for questioning over rape allegations, ordering a full investigation and promising confidentiality, due process and protection for complainants.

January 6, 2026

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Abia Oil Community Protests Neglect, Installs Interim Leadership

Residents of the Igiriuku oil community in Abia State say years of neglect persist despite crude production, prompting protests and the installation of an interim leadership.

January 5, 2026

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Trump Says One-Third of Nigerian Immigrant Use U.S. Welfare

Trump says Nigerian immigrant welfare data shows one-third of households use public benefits, as tighter visa rules and immigration enforcement reshape U.S. policy.

January 5, 2026