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State police will protect persecuted Nigerian Christians, says US lawmaker

US Congressman Riley Moore has welcomed Nigeria's Senate passage of the state police bill, saying it would help states protect citizens, including persecuted Christians.

ISIS funding: FG set to charge US-sanctioned BDC operator

The EFCC is set to charge a Lagos bureau de change operator over alleged ISIS financing, saying it concluded key parts of its probe before US sanctions.

Senate Approves ₦1.81 Trillion Budget to Tackle Security, Infrastructure in Nigeria’s Capital

KEY POINTS The Nigerian Senate approved a ₦1.81 trillion budget for the FCT in...

6 Everyday Struggles of the Nigerian Middle Class

KEY POINTS Rising living costs impact the middle class. Poor infrastructure hinders daily life. ...

Nigeria’s Cocoa Plants Struggle, Operating at Just 8% Capacity

Nigeria's cocoa processing plants struggle with infrastructure and financial challenges, operating at just 8% capacity. Efforts to revitalize the sector are underway.

Obasanjo Meets Southeast Governors: Focus on Regional Development

Former Nigerian President Obasanjo clarifies his meeting with Southeast governors, stating the focus was on regional development issues like security, infrastructure, and economic growth, not Nnamdi Kanu's release.

Nigerian Minister Defends Lagos-Calabar Highway Project

Nigerian Works Minister David Umahi defends the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, calling critics who question its funding and economic viability "unpatriotic." The project is expected to improve connectivity between Nigeria's economic hubs and boost national growth.

Lagos Slips to 5th Place Among Africa’s Wealthiest Cities

Lagos, Nigeria's economic powerhouse, has seen a decline in its ranking among Africa's wealthiest...

Tinubu Receives South-South Monarchs, Promises to Address Their Grievances

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu met with a delegation of traditional rulers from the South-South...

Senate Pushes for Modern Rail Line in Eastern Nigeria

The Nigerian Senate has urged the federal government to upgrade the Eastern Rail Line...

Lagos to Build Africa’s Second Longest Bridge by 2027

Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital, is set to construct a 38-kilometer-long bridge that will connect...

FEC Greenlights N2.17trn 2023 Supplementary Budget

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved a N2.17 trillion supplementary budget for 2023. This...

FEC Greenlights Ijora Workshop Concession, Eyes N28.1bn Boost

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has endorsed a landmark concession, entrusting the Central Workshop...

EU Pledges €150 Billion for Nigeria and Africa’s Infrastructure Development by 2027

The European Union (EU) has announced a new initiative to boost infrastructure development in...

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State police will protect persecuted Nigerian Christians, says US lawmaker

US Congressman Riley Moore has welcomed Nigeria's Senate passage of the state police bill, saying it would help states protect citizens, including persecuted Christians.

ISIS funding: FG set to charge US-sanctioned BDC operator

The EFCC is set to charge a Lagos bureau de change operator over alleged ISIS financing, saying it concluded key parts of its probe before US sanctions.

LPPC suspends Mike Ozekhome’s SAN rank

The Legal Practitioners' Privileges Committee has suspended Chief Mike Ozekhome's Senior Advocate of Nigeria rank pending the determination of disciplinary proceedings against the constitutional lawyer.

Cocoa and coffee farmers seek African bloc and $6,000 floor price to end foreign control

COCEFAAA has called for a unified African cocoa producers' bloc and a floor price of at least $6,000 a tonne to strengthen farmers' bargaining power.