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Bank Customers Decry Excessive Charges, Urge CBN Intervention

ABUJA – Bank customers across Nigeria have expressed growing frustration over what they describe as excessive and unwarranted deductions from their accounts, calling on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), and other regulators to step in.

August 12, 2025

NGO Pushes for Vocational Skills in Secondary Schools to Tackle Youth Unemployment

The Springforth Foundation has called for the inclusion of vocational and technical skills training in Nigeria’s secondary school curriculum, saying it is key to addressing the country’s rising youth unemployment rate. Speaking in Lagos during an interview with the News Agency of

August 11, 2025

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CIIN President: New Insurance Reform Act Will Ensure Fairness for All

The Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN) has expressed confidence that the newly enacted National Insurance Industry Reform Act 2025 (NIIRA 2025) will foster fairness and balance in the sector, benefiting both policyholders and operators. Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria

August 11, 2025

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JAMB Sets Tough New Screening Rules For Under-16 UTME Candidates Seeking Admission Into Nigerian Universities

ABUJA – August 7, 2025 — The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has unveiled a new set of stringent screening procedures for candidates under the age of 16 who score exceptionally high in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The move

August 8, 2025

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Foreign Investors Dump ₦576bn in Nigerian Stocks Amid Market Volatility

LAGOS, August 7, 2025 — Foreign investors pulled a staggering ₦576.09 billion out of the Nigerian stock market in the first half of 2025, marking an 85% jump from the ₦311.41 billion withdrawn during the same period in 2024, according to data

August 8, 2025

Economy·Headlines

Dangote Unveils Ambitious Plans for Olokola Seaport Development

In a bold move towards enhancing Nigeria’s industrial landscape, Aliko Dangote has announced the submission of an application for the establishment of a large-scale seaport in Olokola, Ogun State. This initiative, which aligns with his long-term vision for the region, aims to

August 7, 2025

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Prolonged litigations on financial matters impede banks’ capacity to support SMEs CEOs

Bank CEOs: Legal Delays Hindering Support for SMEs, Call for Financial Justice Reform Top executives from Nigeria’s banking sector have raised concerns that prolonged legal battles and slow enforcement of financial rulings are weakening banks’ ability to effectively support Small and Medium

August 6, 2025

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Headlines·Education

CORA Holds Book Party for 11 Longlisted Writers for 2025 NLNG Prize for Literature

The vibrant Grand Ballroom of the Lagos Continental Hotel was alive with excitement as the Committee for Relevant Arts (CORA) hosted the much-anticipated book party for the longlisted authors of the 2025 NLNG Prize for Literature on August 3, 2025. This annual

August 4, 2025

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Olabisi Onabanjo University Honours Retired Professors

The Senate of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) in Ago-Iwoye has recognized 17 retired professors for their exceptional contributions and dedicated service to the university’s development. This acknowledgment occurred during a Special Senate meeting convened in the Senate Chamber at the university, located

August 3, 2025

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Sports·Headlines

Nigeria D’Tigress Qualifies for fifth consecutive Afrobasket final

In a thrilling semi-final showdown at the Palais des Sports de Treichville, Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, secured their spot in the final of the 2025 Women’s Afrobasket by defeating Senegal 75-68 on Saturday. This remarkable victory marks Nigeria’s fifth consecutive

August 2, 2025

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Tragic Discovery of Abandoned Newborn in Ijebu Ode

In a heart-wrenching incident that has shocked the community of Ojofa in Ijebu Ode, a day-old baby was discovered abandoned, wrapped in a cloth and laid on a nylon bag. The grim finding occurred earlier today, prompting immediate action from local responders.

August 2, 2025

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UNICEF and Partners Empower 200 Girls with Digital and Technical Skills in Lagos

LAGOS, Nigeria — In a significant stride toward bridging gender gaps in technology and skilled trades, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), through its Generation Unlimited (GenU) initiative, has empowered 200 girls with startup toolkits after they successfully completed training under the

August 2, 2025

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African School Games: Nigeria clinches 6 medals in Badminton

Team Nigeria wrapped up its badminton tournament at the inaugural African School Games in Algeria on Thursday, earning a total of six medals, comprising two gold, three silver, and one bronze. The first gold medal for Nigeria was won by Precious Adekunle,

August 1, 2025

Nigerian Senate

Senate Ad-hoc Committee meets IGP on Crude Oil Theft

The Senate’s Ad Hoc Committee on Crude Oil recently convened with Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to strengthen their partnership in combating crude oil theft across the nation. During the meeting held on Thursday in Abuja, the committee, chaired by Senator

August 1, 2025

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Navy to establish base in Kebbi

Birnin Kebbi, Aug. 1, 2025 (NAN) The Nigeria Navy has concluded arrangement to establish a Naval Base in Yauri, Yauri Local Government Area of Kebbi. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a delegation from the Chief of the Naval Staff,

August 1, 2025

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