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Nasarawa polio drive: state partners UNICEF, WHO ahead of Nov. 7 campaign

Nasarawa has called for intensified awareness ahead of a Nov. 7 to 10 polio vaccination campaign after reports of suspected cases, with UNICEF backing.

FG’s N70,000 transport allowance for workers could cost N465.7 billion as TUC rejects the deal

Nigeria’s 70,000 naira transport allowance could cost 465.7 billion naira over six months, and the Trade Union Congress says workers need a permanent raise instead.

Nigeria Assures Investors About Market After US Backed Strike

Nigeria’s finance minister says a joint security operation with the United States will strengthen stability, reassure investors and support continued economic growth.

Nigeria Seeks $150 Billion to Boost Vaccine Procurement for 2026

KEY POINTS Nigeria plans to raise nearly $150 billion for vaccine procurement in 2025...

FG Expands Cash Transfers Beyond 15 Million Households

The federal government extends its cash transfer expansion to more Nigerians, targeting vulnerable households amid economic hardship.

FG: Only Made-in-Nigeria Goods Qualify for ECOWAS Trade

The government has clarified that only made-in-Nigeria goods qualify for ECOWAS duty-free trade, urging compliance from local manufacturers.

Finance Minister Wale Edun Travels to UK for Medical Care

Nigeria’s Finance Minister Wale Edun has travelled to the United Kingdom for medical care amid illness reports, though the Presidency insists he is not suffering from a stroke and will not be replaced.

Government Rules Out Immediate Plan for 5% Fuel Tax

Nigeria rules out plans to start the 5 percent fuel tax now. Officials say the levy will go only into repairing roads.

Nigeria Launches Program to Formalize Dollars Outside Banking System

The Nigerian government has launched a nine-month program allowing dollar deposits outside banks to reduce costs and stabilize foreign exchange rates

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Nasarawa polio drive: state partners UNICEF, WHO ahead of Nov. 7 campaign

Nasarawa has called for intensified awareness ahead of a Nov. 7 to 10 polio vaccination campaign after reports of suspected cases, with UNICEF backing.

FG’s N70,000 transport allowance for workers could cost N465.7 billion as TUC rejects the deal

Nigeria’s 70,000 naira transport allowance could cost 465.7 billion naira over six months, and the Trade Union Congress says workers need a permanent raise instead.

Lagos residents, employers and workers must get health insurance by Dec. 31

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says residents, employers and workers must get covered by Dec. 31 ahead of mandatory health insurance enforcement from Jan. 1, 2027.

Bandits Abduct Over 10 Passengers Travelling to Abuja

KEY POINTS Bandits reportedly abducted over 10 passengers and a driver travelling from Kebbi...