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Nigeria, Türkiye Sign Mining Partnership Deal to Boost Solid Minerals Sector

  KEY POINTS Nigeria and Türkiye signed an MoU to strengthen cooperation in solid minerals development, mining technology, and investment. Dele Alake said ongoing reforms and crackdowns on illegal mining are improving investor confidence in Nigeria’s mining sector. Türkiye expressed readiness to expand investments in...
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Nigeria’s Economy Slows as GDP Growth Drops to 3.89% in Q1 2026 — NBS

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s economy grew by 3.89% in Q1 2026, according to the National Bureau of Statistics, showing a slowdown from the previous quarter. Agriculture improved significantly, while industry recorded modest gains and services remained the largest contributor to GDP at 57.73%. Despite slower...

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Nigerian Minister Blames Local Elites for Funding Terrorism, Illegal Mining

Solid Minerals Minister of Nigeria implicates influential locals in terrorism, underscoring challenges in managing the country's mineral wealth.
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Enugu Man Murders Mother, Sister, Buries Them in Backyard

A young man from Enugu State has been arrested for allegedly killing his mother...
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Former Edo Governor Urges Labour to Demand Better Use of Pension Fund

Nigeria is facing a severe housing shortage, with millions of people living in slums...
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Kaduna Drone Strike Ignites Protests, Global Condemnation

Following a fatal military drone strike in Kaduna, Nigeria, widespread protests and UN condemnation highlight the escalating crisis.
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How Celebrities Lure Millions of Nigerians into Gambling Addiction

Gambling is a booming industry in Nigeria, where millions of people bet on sports,...
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Godfatherism Threatens Democratic Progress in Nigerian Politics

Godfatherism's grip on Nigerian politics challenges democratic values and progress
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Decades of HIV/AIDS: A Global Challenge with No Vaccine in Sight

World AIDS Day highlights ongoing HIV vaccine and cure search.
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94.5-Million Nigerians Face Food Shortage Crisis

The Nigerian government reports a critical food shortage affecting 94.5 million citizens, highlighting the urgency of addressing this escalating crisis.
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FUTO Allocates N30m for Community Development Initiatives

FUTO unveils a N30 million initiative for host community development, including scholarships, poverty reduction efforts, and local projects.
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5,000 Nigerian Civil Servants Face Salary Delays Amid Payroll Issues

5,000 civil servants in Nigeria may miss upcoming salary payments.
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Nigeria’s Account Gains N1 Trillion Monthly After Subsidy Removal

Nigeria's Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, recently...
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Nigeria’s Almajiri Children to Get Free Meals and Education in New Reforms

Nigeria’s government and Nasarawa State have announced plans to take the almajiri children off...
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Nigeria, Türkiye Sign Mining Partnership Deal to Boost Solid Minerals Sector

  KEY POINTS Nigeria and Türkiye signed an MoU to strengthen cooperation in solid minerals...
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Nigeria’s Economy Slows as GDP Growth Drops to 3.89% in Q1 2026 — NBS

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s economy grew by 3.89% in Q1 2026, according to the National...
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JAMB Fixes June 13 for Mop-Up UTME as Affected Candidates Get Second Chance

KEY POINTS The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has fixed June 13, 2026, for...
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INEC Appeals Court Ruling That Nullified Timelines for Party Primaries and Candidate Nomination

KEY POINTS The Independent National Electoral Commission has appealed a court ruling that nullified...