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CNG rollout: States race to cut transport fares before Oct. 1 as queues and N1 million conversion costs bite

Nigerian states are racing to cut transport fares through CNG before Oct. 1, but long queues and conversion costs of up to N1 million are slowing operators.
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Nigeria flood alert: 8,000 communities and 4,500 schools in 15 states at risk this week

Nigeria's hydrological agency warns that more than 8,000 communities and 4,500 schools across 15 states face flooding between Sept. 19 and 25 as rivers rise.
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Resilient Nigerians Defy Tough Times with Stunning Creativity

Despite facing economic challenges, Nigerians are displaying resilience and creativity, transforming adversity into opportunity across various sectors like arts, tech, and agriculture.
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Nigeria to Lose 300 Millionaires in 2024 Due to Economic Woes

Nigeria faces the loss of 300 millionaires in 2024 due to worsening economic conditions and insecurity, reports Henley Private Wealth.
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President Tinubu: Nigeria Will Pay What It Can Afford in Minimum Wage

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu emphasizes that the country will adhere to a minimum wage that aligns with its economic capabilities, stressing a balanced approach to wage adjustments amid economic challenges
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Nigerian Democracy at 25: A Journey of Highs and Lows

As Nigeria marks 25 years of democracy, the journey has been a mix of significant progress and persistent challenges, reflecting the dynamic nature of the country's democratic evolution.
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Airfare Skyrockets in Nigeria Amid Economic Turmoil

Nigerians face steep airfare hikes, with prices surging over 300% due to economic pressures, including high aviation fuel costs and exchange rate impacts.
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Rising Construction Costs in Nigeria Threaten Housing Affordability

Construction costs in Nigeria skyrocket due to economic challenges, with calls for government action to mitigate impacts on housing and infrastructure.
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FG to Save N8 Trillion Annually from Subsidy Removal and FX Reform, Says Tinubu Panel

Nigeria aims to save N8 trillion annually through subsidy removal and forex rate changes, prioritising efficient spending for development.
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Petrol Scarcity Hits Harder in Abuja, Lagos, Across Nigeria

Nigeria's woes deepen as cities like Abuja and Lagos witness intensified petrol scarcity, exacerbating...
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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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PDP Criticizes Tinubu’s Independence Speech as Lacking Ideas

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) criticized President Bola Tinubu's address on Nigeria's 63rd Independence...

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CNG rollout: States race to cut transport fares before Oct. 1 as queues and N1 million conversion costs bite

Nigerian states are racing to cut transport fares through CNG before Oct. 1, but long queues and conversion costs of up to N1 million are slowing operators.
News

Nigeria flood alert: 8,000 communities and 4,500 schools in 15 states at risk this week

Nigeria's hydrological agency warns that more than 8,000 communities and 4,500 schools across 15 states face flooding between Sept. 19 and 25 as rivers rise.
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Cross River police arrest vigilante over $5,000 robbery and shooting

Cross River police have arrested a vigilante member accused of shooting a villager in Etung and robbing him of $5,000; a locally made pistol was recovered.
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NAFDAC finds methanol and cannabis in Ondo drinks that killed 48 people

NAFDAC lab tests found high concentrations of methanol and cannabis in herbal concoctions blamed for 48 deaths and seven cases of blindness in Ondo State.