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Sport
2026 W/Cup Qualifier: I’m so disappointed, says Chelle
The Super Eagles Head Coach Eric Chelle, has expressed his disappointment with the 1-1 draw against the Warriors of Zimbabwe…
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Sport
2026 W/Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria seek redemption against Rwanda, Zimbabwe
Underperforming Nigeria and disadvantaged Sudan share the spotlight ahead of two 2026 World Cup qualifying matchdays in Africa from Wednesday.…
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Metro
France praises Nigeria’s fight against drugs, donates equipment to NDLEA
On Thursday, March 13, the French government showed its support for Nigeria’s efforts to fight illegal drugs by donating important…
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Nigerian News
Lagos renters struggles as inflation, economic reforms drive housing crisis
Nigeria’s economic crisis is taking a severe toll on renters in Lagos, as spiraling inflation and government-led economic reforms push…
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Business
Nigeria, Saudi Arabia sign deal to boost $7.7trn Halal economy
The Federal Government has inked a deal with Saudi Arabia’s Halal Products Development Company (HPDC) to make Nigeria a leading…
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Business
Nigerian government plans to review electricity tariffs for fairness
On Thursday, February 27, 2025, the Nigerian government confirmed plans to review electricity tariffs to make the system fairer for…
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Politics
Nigeria to scrap visa-on-arrival policy, introduces digital landing and exit cards
The Federal Government has announced plans to discontinue the visa-on-arrival policy and replace it with a digital landing and exit…
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Nigerian News
Nigeria won’t tolerate disrespect – General Musa opens up on visa denial at Invictus Games
On Wednesday, February 19, General Christopher Musa, Nigeria's Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), made it clear that Nigeria will not…
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Nigerian News
Dutch Government Approves Restitution of 119 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria
The Netherlands is set to return 119 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, following a request from the Nigerian government, a statement…
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Politics
2027: Akinwunmi Adesina denies declaring presidential ambition amid media speculation
On Thursday, February 13, 2025, Akinwunmi Adesina, the President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), clarified that he never expressed…
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Nigerian News
Group urges respect for Nigerian leaders and condemns abusive language
On Thursday, February 13, 2025, the Association of Arewa Yoruba Youths (AAYY) called on Nigerians to show respect for political…
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Politics
Obi says no interest in coalitions that don’t prioritize Nigerians’ well-being
On Monday, January 27, 2025, Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, made it clear that…
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Business
Nigeria’s economy to grow by 4.17% in 2025, inflation to ease — CBN Governor Cardoso
On Thursday, January 23, 2025, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso shared good news for the country’s economy.…
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Sport
Okocha urges Nigeria to support new Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle
Former Super Eagles captain Austin Okocha has called on Nigerian football fans to rally behind the newly appointed head coach…
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Politics
Nigeria accepts invitation to join BRICS as a partner country
The ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Saturday that Nigeria has accepted the invitation to join BRICS as a partner…
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Business
Tinubu: Nigeria’s Economic Reforms Have Started Yielding Positive Results
President Bola Tinubu has painted a bright picture of the Nigerian economy saying the nation’s economic reforms have started yielding…
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World/Foreign News
UAE president to visit Nigeria in 2025
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the United Arab Emirates, UAE, has accepted President Bola Tinubu’s invitation…
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Business
Nigeria earns N50tn from crude oil in 2024 despite production challenges
Nigeria's crude oil revenue reached approximately N50.88 trillion in 2024, according to data from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission…
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Business
Nigeria’s inflation hits new high of 34.8%, experts suggest ways to improve economy
Nigeria’s inflation rate has climbed to 34.80% in December 2024, up from 34.60% in November, according to the latest report…
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Sport
Chelle will lead Super Eagles to new heights – NFF president Gusau
Ibrahim Gusau, the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has expressed his full confidence in Eric Chelle, the newly…
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Tech
Nigeria to raise call, data, and SMS costs, but it won’t be by 100%
On Thursday, January 9, 2025, the Nigerian government announced plans to increase prices for calls, data, and SMS messages in…
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Business
Tinubu calls for increased currency swap between China, Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday urged the Chinese government to increase the two billion dollar currency swap between Nigeria and…
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World/Foreign News
Allegation of plotting with Nigeria to destabilise Niger `groundless` – France
France on Wednesday described as “groundless” the allegation by Niger that Nigeria had offered space in its territory to France…
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Worship
Christian group takes responsibility for arrest of ex-Pastor-turned-atheist over cyberbullying
On Wednesday, January 8, a Christian group called the Concerned Christian Youths (CCY) claimed responsibility for the recent arrest of…
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Business
Nigeria’s Minister meets with telcos over proposed data and call tariff hikes
On Wednesday, January 8, Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovations, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, held a meeting with representatives from…
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Business
Nigeria secures huge $255 million loan from China for big railway project
On Wednesday, January 8, China Development Bank (CDB) announced that it has approved the first part of a $255 million…
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Sport
Ademola Lookman wins Africa’s best footballer award
Nigerian football sensation, Ademola Lookman has been named the CAF Men’s Player of the Year, a prestigious accolade honouring his…
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Sport
‘I will live with this trauma all my life’, Tijani Babangida speaks after accident
Tijani Babangida, former Super Eagles winger and Ajax Amsterdam FC star, has recounted the accident that claimed the lives of…
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Business
World Bank set to approve Nigeria’s $500 million loan, 10th under Tinubu’s administration
On Friday, December 13, 2024, the World Bank is expected to approve a $500 million loan for Nigeria to enhance…
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Sport
Super Falcons retain 36th position in FIFA rankings, remain top in Africa
On Friday, December 13, 2024, Nigeria's Super Falcons maintained their 36th position in the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking. The…
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Feature
What does Christmas look like in 2024? Is Rice and Chicken still feasible for Nigerians?
On May 29, 2023, there was a change of government in Aso Villa. This shift triggered a series of developments…
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Entertainment
Netflix reaffirms commitment to Nigeria amid exit speculations
Netflix has officially dismissed rumors of its exit from Nigeria, following speculations that the company might be leaving the country…
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Business
Nigeria starts firing workers with degrees from unaccredited schools in Benin Republic and Togo
On Wednesday, December 5, the Nigerian government confirmed that it has begun firing workers who hold degrees from unaccredited private…
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World/Foreign News
Nigeria seeks to expand strategic ties in mining, trade, infrastructure with South Africa
The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu on Monday expressed Nigeria’s readiness to expand its strategic partnership with…
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Politics
Presidency speaks on ‘misconceptions’ about tax reform bills
The Presidency has dismissed allegations that the tax reform bills before the National Assembly were designed to impoverish certain regions.…
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Nigerian News
2024 most challenging year for Nigerian workers, says NLC
The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has described 2024 as the most challenging for workers in the country. Joe Ajaero, the…
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Business
Nigeria prices $2.2bn in 6.5-year, 10-year Eurobonds to finance budget deficits
Nigeria has successfully priced 2.2 billion dollars in Eurobonds maturing in 2031 and 2034 in the international capital markets. This…
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Health/Lifestyle
Nigeria plans bold action to fight malaria and antimicrobial resistance – Muhammad Pate
On Sunday, December 3, Nigeria's Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, shared exciting new plans to tackle…
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World/Foreign News
Tinubu, Ramaphosa to co-chair 11th Bi-National Commission
President Bola Tinubu will leave France on Monday for Cape Town, South Africa, to co-chair the 11th session of the…
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Business
Port Harcourt refinery resumes full operations after brief scale down — MD
The Port Harcourt refinery has resumed full operations after a brief ”scaling down”, Mr Ibrahim Onoja, the company’s Managing Director…
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