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Bank of Industry urges Lagos to invest in industrial clusters to lift productivity

Bank of Industry chief Olasupo Olusi says Lagos should invest in industrial clusters, power and faster freight to cut business costs and attract private capital.

US visa ban imposed on Nigerian Supreme Court justices, retiring jurist says

Retiring Justice Uwani Abba-Aji says the U.S. barred all members of a Nigerian Supreme Court panel from travel after a judgment she called widely misinterpreted.

Activists Warn Nigeria Against Drifting Toward One-Party State

Nigerian activists urge citizens to resist the drift toward a one-party state and protect the democracy and political pluralism in Nigeria.

Kaduna Community Turns to Vaccination After Deadly Measles Outbreak

After losing children to measles, a Kaduna community now embraces vaccination, focusing on preventing future outbreaks and saving lives.

Nigeria Plans to Tackle Falling Oil Prices, Budget Shortfalls

Nigeria’s Finance Minister reveals the government’s plans to address oil price drops and budget shortfalls through fiscal discipline and economic diversification.

Remembering the Fallen Legends of Nigeria’s 1980 AFCON Squad

Nine players from Nigeria’s 1980 AFCON-winning squad have passed away. Their legacy continues to inspire Nigerian footballers and fans.

Gunmen Kill 17 in Coordinated Attacks on Benue Communities

Gunmen killed 17 people in attacks on two Benue LGAs. The police engaged suspects, but many victims died before help arrived.

70 Percent of Nigerians Hold Grievances Against Government, Rich

70 percent of Nigerians express grievances against the government and rich elites, according to a new Edelman Trust Barometer report.

Nigeria Needs More Actuaries to Strengthen Financial Sector

Nigeria faces a shortage of qualified actuaries. The FRC is addressing this gap by supporting educational initiatives to train 2,000 professionals.

Nigeria Launches 90-day Plan to Prevent Floods During Rainy Season

Nigeria has launched a 90-day plan to prevent floods during the rainy season, focusing on early action and local preparedness.

Atiku Condemns Plateau Killings, Blames Tinubu for Security Failures

Atiku condemns Plateau killings and criticizes Tinubu’s failure to address security issues in Nigeria

Tinubu Declares National Emergency on Food Security

Tinubu declares a national emergency on food security, urging the expansion of irrigation infrastructure in Africa

FG, AfDB Launch Special Agro-Industrial Zones Plan in Cross River

FG and AfDB launch SAPZ in Cross River, aiming to transform agriculture and create jobs while ensuring food security across Nigeria

FG Plans to Open More Gemstone, Jewellery-Making Centres

FG to establish gemstone and jewellery-making centres to boost entrepreneurship and support local value addition

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Bank of Industry urges Lagos to invest in industrial clusters to lift productivity

Bank of Industry chief Olasupo Olusi says Lagos should invest in industrial clusters, power and faster freight to cut business costs and attract private capital.

US visa ban imposed on Nigerian Supreme Court justices, retiring jurist says

Retiring Justice Uwani Abba-Aji says the U.S. barred all members of a Nigerian Supreme Court panel from travel after a judgment she called widely misinterpreted.

Nigeria earmarks 2.1 billion naira to revive OAUTHC renal program

Nigeria's federal government has appropriated 2.1 billion naira to revive kidney care at Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex, its chief medical director says.

Nigeria’s fiscal deficit hits 4.69 trillion naira in Q1 as revenue falls short

Nigeria's government ran a 4.69 trillion naira fiscal deficit in the first quarter as revenue fell far short of target and foreign loans stalled.