Nigeria
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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has passed votes of no confidence on President Tinubu's economic reforms as Nigeria continues
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First runner-up at the 73rd Miss Universe Competition, Chidimma Adetshina, has returned to Nigeria amid jubilation and fanfare. Adetshina, who clinched the coveted position on Sunday, November 17, in Mexico City, received a rousing welcome upon her arrival. A viral video capturing the moment shows fans chanting Thanksgiving songs in various dialects as they celebrate…
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President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, warned that a collapsed Nigerian economy will not be in the interest of anyone, calling on academic unions, especially the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), and others to partner with the government in building the economy. Tinubu, who was represented by the Minister of State for Education, Dr. Suwaiba…
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The Chadian Government has repatriated no fewer than 600 irregular migrants from Nigeria who were found engaging in begging activities in various parts of the country. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that thousands of Nigerian refugees have fled Nigeria’s restive Borno state since 2019 at the peak of the Boko Haram insurgency to…
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Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has inaugurated the construction of a central ultra-modern motor park in Gusau, a project aimed at enhancing urban infrastructure, generating revenue, and creating job opportunities. The motor park, located on the Sokoto-Zaria Road, is part of the administration’s broader strategy to modernise the state capital. Speaking at the event on…
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The Super Eagles have ended their campaign in the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers with a shock 2-1 defeat at home to Rwanda. The Super Eagles, having already qualified for the tournament in Morocco, went ahead through Samuel Chukwueze in the 59th minute. The AC Milan attacker who replaced the misfiring Kelechi Iheanacho…
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The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) announced it has established the necessary structures and frameworks to begin local production of vehicle spare parts. This initiative is aimed at reducing Nigeria's reliance on imports, which currently cost the country $1 billion annually. The NADDC Director General, Joseph Osanipin, disclosed this during the conclusion of…
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There is pride to play for as Nigeria's Super Eagles file out against the Amavubi of Rwanda in today's dead-rubber clash at Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo, writes David Meshioye. Nothing else interests Amavubi of Rwanda's German gaffer, Torsten Frank Spittler, other than nipping down the streets of Kigali for his early morning roadwork and returning…
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Nigeria and India on Sunday reaffirmed their commitment to a robust strategic partnership, pledging to strengthen ties in key areas including economic development, defence, healthcare, and food security. This is contained in a joint statement issued in Abuja at the conclusion of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to Nigeria at the invitation of…
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President Bola Tinubu is determined to change the fortunes of Nigeria, regardless of the challenges confronting the country, says Vice-Pres
16 Nov
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday declared that the country's economy is on the path of growth due to the government's policies, regardless of the challenges confronting the President Bola Tinubu-led administration. This is as he charged all Presidential aides to work towards assisting the administration to deliver on its mandate, adding, "the country is…
15 Nov
With an unprecedented $33 million investment in low-interest financing for women in agriculture, Sterling Bank is not only transforming Nigeria's agricultural sector but also rewriting the nation's path to food security and economic prosperity. This monumental commitment, announced at the Agriculture Summit Africa 2024 in Abuja, is set to revolutionize how women engage in agriculture,…