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Report says Nigerian states spent approximately N235.58 billion on external debt servicing in the first half of 2025, marking a 68.4% increase approximately(N95.65 billion) from N139.92 billion in the same period of 2024. This surge underscores the growing pressure of dollar-denominated debt repayments amid the naira’s depreciation. While External debt payments are managed through an…
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U.S. President Donald Trump has announced via his truth social platform that he will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 15, 2025, in Alaska to discuss ending the Ukraine war. This will be their first in-person meeting since Trump’s return to the presidency in January 2025, with hopes of mediating a ceasefire in…
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Federal Capital Territory Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Dr. Olusola Odumosu has pledged continued collaboration with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to enhance road safety in the FCT during a courtesy visit by the new FRSC Sector Commander, Felix Theman, on Friday. Odumosu emphasized the importance of a united…
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Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi has proposed a single five-year term for Nigeria’s president during a visit to Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed. Obi argued that this would prevent presidents from focusing on re-election and allow them to concentrate on governance, citing South Korea’s model. He vowed to serve only one term…
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Central African Republic (CAR) will hold general elections on December 28, 2025, including presidential, parliamentary, regional, and municipal votes. Inclusively, President Faustin Archange Touadera, is seeking a controversial third term, as he announced his candidacy amid ongoing security improvements in a fragile overall situation. In the meantime, some Supporters have praised him for…
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Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is collaborating with the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) to facilitate voting rights for inmates. INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu confirmed that the Appeal Court has granted inmates the right to register and vote. He emphasized that voting is a human right and highlighted efforts to develop legal provisions to support…
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Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) has emphasized the need for Nigeria to reduce its dependence on imported raw materials by at least 60% within five years to boost industrial growth. During the 2025 Nigeria Manufacturing & Equipment Expo, Director-General Prof. Ike-Muonso highlighted that over 70% of manufacturing inputs are imported, leading to economic…
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Supporters have gathered in Bouaké to mark Ivory Coast’s 65th independence anniversary with a military parade, shortly after President Alassane Ouattara announced his intention to seek a controversial fourth term. The event featured participation from French, American, and Moroccan troops, highlighting ongoing Western military ties despite France’s recent withdrawal from the region.
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Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board has taken significant disciplinary actions against Nigerian Correctional Service officers to promote professionalism and accountability. After reviewing 231 cases, the board dismissed 15 officers for serious misconduct, demoted 59 for breaching standards, and issued warning letters to 42. Additionally, eight officers were compulsorily retired, 16…
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President Bola Tinubu has nominated Abdullahi Ramat as the Chairman and CEO of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). Ramat, a 39-year-old electrical engineer with a doctorate in Strategic Management, will serve as acting commissioner until Senate confirmation. Additionally, Abubakar Yusuf and Fouad Olayinka Animashun were nominated as Commissioners for Consumer Affairs and Finance and…
