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Sharia Council raises alarm over rising insecurity, urges FG to act

The Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria has raised alarm over worsening insecurity, urging the Federal Government to take urgent, decisive steps against killings, kidnappings and banditry.
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Nigeria’s economic reforms working but poverty increasing, says IMF

The IMF says reforms have strengthened Nigeria's economy and built resilience, but warns more than 60 percent of Nigerians now live in poverty amid rising food insecurity.
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World Bank Approves $1.57 Billion to Boost Human Capital in Nigeria

The World Bank has approved $1.57 billion to boost human capital in Nigeria, focusing on improving healthcare for women, children, and adolescents, and enhancing climate resilience
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World Bank Blacklists 58 Nigerian Entities Over Corruption Allegations

The World Bank has taken decisive action against corruption by blacklisting 58 Nigerian companies and individuals implicated in fraudulent practices. This move underscores the global commitment to combatting corruption and promoting transparency in financial transactions.
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World Bank’s Fuel Price Hike Advice Sparks Outrage in Nigeria

World Bank advises higher fuel prices in Nigeria, facing opposition amidst economic challenges and President Tinubu's recent subsidy removal
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World Bank Warns of Debt Crisis for Poor Nations

  The World Bank has issued a stark warning that the poorest countries in the...
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Nigeria’s Poverty Rate Soars Despite Economic Reforms

Nigeria, Africa's largest economy, is facing a paradox. On one hand, the government has...
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Nigeria Receives $300 Million from World Bank for Social Safety Net

Nigeria has received $299.99 million from the World Bank as part of a loan...
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Sharia Council raises alarm over rising insecurity, urges FG to act

The Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria has raised alarm over worsening insecurity, urging the Federal Government to take urgent, decisive steps against killings, kidnappings and banditry.
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Nigeria’s economic reforms working but poverty increasing, says IMF

The IMF says reforms have strengthened Nigeria's economy and built resilience, but warns more than 60 percent of Nigerians now live in poverty amid rising food insecurity.
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Nigeria is moving in the right direction, FG says as it defends Tinubu’s reforms

The Federal Government says Nigeria is steadily emerging from economic fragility, defending President Tinubu's reforms with GDP growth, over one million student loan beneficiaries and anti-graft gains.
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Senate queries SEDC over N153m spent on Abuja office rent

The Senate has queried the South East Development Commission over N153m allegedly spent renting an Abuja office, demanding a full account of funds from its 2025 budget.