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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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Nigeria’s Sports Minister Urges Supers Eagles to Claim AFCON Trophy

In an electrifying match held in Uyo, Nigeria's national football team, the Super Eagles,...
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Banks Grapple with N478bn in Bad Loans Amid Economic Strain

The economic downturn has taken its toll on banks, with four significant lenders reporting...
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Tinubu Orders Security Forces to Expedite Rescue of Remaining Female University Students

President Bola Tinubu has issued a directive to national security agencies, instructing them to...
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Nigerian Embassies Face Financial Strain Due to Federal Government’s Funding Delays

Nigeria's foreign missions worldwide are confronting severe financial constraints, exacerbated by the Federal Government's...
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Vice President Shettima’s Inspiring Message on Nigeria’s 63rd Independence Anniversary

Vice President Kashim Shettima delivered a heartfelt message to Nigerians during a public lecture...
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FG Dedicates 50% of Its Initiative to Empower Women Entrepreneurs

The Federal Government is intensifying efforts to support female-owned businesses in Nigeria, with a...
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Tensions Surge in Kano State as Governorship Election Verdict Sparks Curfew

Tension looms over Kano State after a Governorship Election Tribunal overturned the election of...
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FG’s 2024 Budget Grapples with N10tr Deficit, Palliative Concerns

Ahead of the 2024 budget, President Bola Tinubu's administration proactively aims to shift from...
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FG Works to Avert Nationwide Labour Strike

The Federal Government is reportedly taking action to prevent a nationwide strike. Multiple sources...
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Enugu Government Initiates Closure of Unauthorised Mining Locations.

Enugu State Government has intensified efforts to curb illegal mining operations by sealing sites...
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Nigeria Celebrates 63 Years: Gbajabiamila Speaks on Economic Interventions

Femi Gbajabiamila, the Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, addressed the nation's current...
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Pressure Mounts on Senate President Akpabio Amid Impeachment Allegations

Amid mounting pressure on Senate President Godswill Akpabio, more lawmakers and civil society organizations...
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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...
Business

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...