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Otedola’s FirstHoldCo surges 32 percent to lead Nigerian bank stocks

Femi Otedola's FirstHoldCo has surged 32 percent in a month to leave GTCO, Zenith, Access and UBA behind as Nigeria's best-performing tier-one bank stock.

Tinubu agrees to waive airline debts as Jet A1 fuel prices soar

Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo says President Tinubu has agreed to waive the debts Nigerian airlines owe to aviation agencies as Jet A1 fuel prices soar.

Bakare Criticizes Tinubu’s Leadership in Scathing Easter Address

Pastor Tunde Bakare criticizes President Tinubu’s leadership, urging a change in approach and highlighting economic struggles under his rule.

NLC Plans Nationwide Protest Against Telecom Tariff Hike

NLC engages in extensive national protests because of the 50% rise in telecom tariffs.

NANS to FG: Address Hunger or Face More Tragic Stampedes

Fatal stampedes rise, NANS warned FG to act on hunger crisis.

Mixed Reactions Follow President Tinubu’s Protest Broadcast

Reactions are mixed to President Tinubu’s address to protesters in Nigeria.

Kano Governor Declares 24-Hour Curfew

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf declares a 24-hour curfew following violent protests against economic hardship, urging unity and compliance for safety.

 Abuja Protests: Defiant Crowds Overrun Government Complex

Thousands of determined protesters have overrun Abuja's Federal Secretariat Complex, defying security forces as they rally against economic hardships and rising tensions.

Looming Strike Threatens to Deepen Economic Hardship

Nigerian rights group CERON warns the government of a looming labor strike that could worsen the nation's economic hardship. The group urges renewed negotiations between the government and labor unions to reach a compromise on a new minimum wage. With Nigerians already struggling, a strike would further erode purchasing power and potentially lead to social unrest.

GYSAPEO Pushes for Agricultural Investment, Targets 10 Million Youths

GYSAPEO advocates for increased agricultural investment by the Nigerian government to counteract food price hikes, aiming to support 10 million youths.

Biafra Group Threatens to Stop Hunger Protests in Southeast Nigeria

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a stern warning to anyone planning...

Nigeria Customs Seizes 15 Trucks in Sokoto Amid Crackdown on Food Smuggling

Nigeria steps up action against food smuggling with truck seizures in Sokoto, as government efforts to stabilize prices intensify nationwide.

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Otedola’s FirstHoldCo surges 32 percent to lead Nigerian bank stocks

Femi Otedola's FirstHoldCo has surged 32 percent in a month to leave GTCO, Zenith, Access and UBA behind as Nigeria's best-performing tier-one bank stock.

Tinubu agrees to waive airline debts as Jet A1 fuel prices soar

Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo says President Tinubu has agreed to waive the debts Nigerian airlines owe to aviation agencies as Jet A1 fuel prices soar.

Cruz accuses Nigerian officials of complicity in killing of Christians

US Senator Ted Cruz says Nigerian officials are complicit in killing Christians, while former minister Lai Mohammed insists Boko Haram has killed more Muslims.

Edun and Dangiwa resigned from cabinet, presidency confirms

Wale Edun and Ahmed Musa Dangiwa resigned from Tinubu's cabinet on their own, the presidency says, denying reports that the President sacked the two ministers.