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Sahara Group Targets 350,000-Barrel Output With New Oil Rigs

Sahara Group boosts oil production plans with new rigs, targeting 350,000 barrels daily under Tope Shonubi’s push for energy growth in Africa.

October 6, 2025

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Payaza Repays $13.9 Million Commercial Paper

Payaza completes $13.9 million repayment under its commercial paper plan, reinforcing investor trust and showing Nigeria’s fintech market maturity.

October 6, 2025

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Otedola Raises Stake in First HoldCo by ₦2.01 Billion

Femi Otedola increases stake in First HoldCo by N2.01 billion, strengthening his hold in Nigeria’s oldest financial institution.

September 26, 2025

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Nigeria’s GDP Grows 4.23% in Q2, Surpassing Forecasts

Nigeria’s GDP grows by 4.23% in Q2 2023, exceeding expectations, with agriculture and services leading the charge.

September 23, 2025

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Abia Community Divided Over Ban On Native Doctors

Abia faces rising tension after the government banned the native doctors’ new yam festival, sparking disputes between cultural leaders and authorities.

September 18, 2025

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Nigerian Army Kills Militants, Frees Dozens in Raids

The Nigerian Army kills terrorists and rescues 39 hostages in raids that intensify counterterrorism efforts across northern states.

September 13, 2025

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Zamfara Nurses Strike as Union Presses Governor

Zamfara nurses strike after 24-hour ultimatum to Governor Lawal, demanding unpaid entitlements and better welfare conditions.

September 11, 2025

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Canoe Paddlers Find New Livelihood in Flooded Maiduguri

Maiduguri’s seasonal floods spark canoe paddling as a new urban trade, turning hardship into economic survival for residents and young entrepreneurs.

September 6, 2025

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NAFDAC Seals Illegal Factories, Arrests Chemical Producer in Abuja

NAFDAC arrests chemical producer and seals illegal water and rice factories in Abuja amid safety crackdown.

September 5, 2025

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US Pledges $32.5 Million to Boost Nigeria’s Food Security

The US has pledged $32.5 million to support food security in Nigeria, aiming to combat hunger and strengthen resilience amid rising costs.

September 3, 2025

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Police Arrest Suspected Cultists With Skull, Gun in Ogun

Police in Ogun State arrest suspected student cultists with a human skull and gun, heightening fears of rising cult violence.

September 2, 2025

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Tinubu’s Governance ‘Fair to All Nigerians,’ Says FG

FG insists Tinubu’s governance is fair to all Nigerians, with balanced appointments and projects spread nationwide for equity and stability.

September 1, 2025

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Ondo Man Arrested in Death of Neighbor’s Son

Police arrest man in Ondo over neighbor’s son death, sparking outrage and calls for justice in Akure community.

August 29, 2025

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Nigeria Says Subsidy Removal Frees Funds for Growth

Nigeria says fuel subsidy removal freed resources for national development, redirecting funds into infrastructure, health, and education despite public hardship.

August 27, 2025