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South Africa releases Fani-Kayode’s speech after protest over livestream omission

South Africa released Femi Fani-Kayode’s speech after the Nigerian high commissioner questioned its absence from a livestream of a diplomatic ceremony.
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Amupitan denies owning pro-APC X account amid questions over INEC neutrality

INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan has denied operating an X account accused of expressing support for the APC and President Tinubu during the 2023 elections.
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Nigeria recorded 3.38 million internally displaced persons across 14 states in 2023, NBS report shows

Nigeria recorded 3,381,228 internally displaced persons across 14 states in 2023, with Borno State accounting for more than half of all cases.
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Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Drops to 23.18% in February 2025

KEY POINTS  Nigeria’s inflation rate dropped to 23.18% in February 2025, down from 24.48%...
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Nigeria’s Economy Grows Marginally in Q3 2023

Nigeria's GDP sees a slight increase in Q3 2023, with the service industry playing a pivotal role
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Nigeria’s Economy Grows Amid Inflation, with Non-Oil Sector Leading

Non-oil sector's 94.52% contribution leads Nigeria's Q3 economic growth.
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Nigeria’s Economic Woes Deepen Amid Inflation, FX Shortages

Amid soaring inflation rates and a dwindling foreign exchange (FX) reservoir, Nigeria's economic health...
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Nigerians Face Pressure as Food, Fare Prices Surge

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) revealed a surge in food prices in August,...

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South Africa releases Fani-Kayode’s speech after protest over livestream omission

South Africa released Femi Fani-Kayode’s speech after the Nigerian high commissioner questioned its absence from a livestream of a diplomatic ceremony.
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Amupitan denies owning pro-APC X account amid questions over INEC neutrality

INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan has denied operating an X account accused of expressing support for the APC and President Tinubu during the 2023 elections.
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EU warns of rising violence, hate speech ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections

The European Union has expressed concern over election-related violence, hate speech and political intimidation in Nigeria as preparations continue for the 2027 general elections.
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Nigerian-born Emehelu makes history as New Jersey Lieutant governor

Nigerian-born lawyer Shirley Emehelu has assumed office as New Jersey's lieutenant governor, becoming part of a historic female-led state administration.