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Federal Government has secured a $238 million loan facility from the Japan International Cooperation Agency to strengthen its national power grid, following high-level engagements led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, at the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Yokohama, Japan. Speaking through a statement signed…
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President Donald Trump has expressed frustration over a Russian strike on a US-owned factory in Ukraine, stating he is unhappy with the ongoing war. He announced a two-week timeframe to assess peace efforts, after which he will decide on imposing massive sanctions or tariffs on Russia or taking no action, saying, “it’s your fight.” Trump…
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National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has cautioned the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) against a potential strike that could destabilize the education system. In a statement issued on Friday by NANS President Olushola Oladoja and PRO Adeyemi Samson, the association acknowledged ASUU’s grievances, including issues with the 2009 ASUU-FGN…
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Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has denied any involvement in a rumored plan to impeach State Assembly Speaker Hyacinth Dajo. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Kula Tersoo, on Friday in Makurdi, Alia emphasized his respect for the legislature, the rule of law, and the separation of powers. He highlighted his compliance…
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Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves has reached $41 billion on August 19, 2025—the highest in 44 months since December 2021—indicating a strong recovery after months of depletion. The reserves increased by $1.46 billion in August, growing steadily from $39.54 billion on August 1 to $41 billion, with an average daily increase of $81 million. The surge…
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Report say following over two years of civil war, Khartoum is beginning to recover. Recall the conflict, which escalated between the army and RSF in April 2023, caused widespread destruction and displacement, with about 4 million residents fleeing the city. However, Since Sudan’s Armed Forces regained control in March, some residents are returning, with the…
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Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reaffirmed that the legal voting age remains 18 years. INEC’s Resident Electoral Commissioner in Yobe State, Alhaji Ibrahim Abdullahi, clarified this during an advocacy visit to the Emir of Bade, emphasizing that only citizens aged 18 and above are eligible to register and vote. He highlighted the importance of…
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Anambra State House of Assembly has summoned lawmaker Bernard Udemezue for revealing details on social media about lawmakers diverting funds meant for public projects, including constituency allowances and personal allowances. Udemezue shared that he disclosed his allowances to promote transparency and accountability to his constituents, criticizing colleagues for hiding the funds and not serving the…
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Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri has pledged readiness to host the 2028 National Sports Festival, emphasizing ongoing investments in sports infrastructure, including a 25,000-capacity stadium expandable to 35,000. During a visit by a National Sports Commission team led by Director General Bukola Olopade, Diri highlighted improvements in security and facilities, such as CCTV…
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Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) highlighted federal government loans and grants as key tools to enhance export trade during a forum in Owerri. NEPC’s Imo Coordinator, Anthony Ajuruchi encouraged exporters to utilize these financial aids to grow their businesses and compete globally. Austin Ikeh from Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending. (NIRSAL…
