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News Update·Economy·News

Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Drops To 22.22% In June 2025

Nigeria’s inflation rate eased to 22.22% in June 2025, down from 22.97% recorded in May, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This represents a 0.75 percentage point drop on a year-on-year basis

July 17, 2025

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EFCC PRESS RELEASE: EFCC Makes Single Largest Asset Recovery till Date

EFCC PRESS RELEASE EFCC Makes Single Largest Asset Recovery till Date Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie, on Monday, December 2, 2024 gave a ruling on a final forfeiture of an estate in Abuja measuring 150,500 square metres and containing 753 Units of duplexes and

by Dickson Ekhaguere

December 3, 2024

News·Sports

“The last Challenge” – As Juan Martin Del Potro Says Goodbye to Tennis

Former US Open champion Juan Martin del Potro paid an emotional goodbye to tennis after a farewell exhibition match against Novak Djokovic in Argentina. Emotional scenes unfolded in Buenos Aires as Juan Martin del Potro participated in a farewell exhibition match against

by Friday Ochuko

December 2, 2024

News·Sports

Bruno Blow? United Skipper’s Injury Sparks Fears Ahead of Arsenal Showdown

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes faces an injury scare just days before their crucial Premier League clash against Arsenal. Fernandes delivered a standout performance in United’s 4-0 demolition of Everton on Sunday, providing two assists as Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee both

by Olatunji Olajide

December 2, 2024

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BREAKING: STATE HOUSE PRESS STATEMENT

NO PART OF TAX REFORM BILLS RECOMMENDS SCRAPPING TETFUND, NASENI, AND NITDA...NO PROVISION WILL IMPOVERISH THE NORTH

by News Editor

December 2, 2024

Economy·News

Central Bank of Nigeria Plans Major Workforce Reduction Amid Strategic Restructuring

The Central Bank of Nigeria is reportedly planning to lay off around 1,000 employees as part of a strategic workforce restructuring effort. An allocation of over N50 billion has been designated for severance packages associated with this initiative. This move, spearheaded by

by News Room

December 2, 2024

Economy·News·Politics

Nigeria and France Sign MoU to Develop Mineral Value Chain

Nigeria and France have strengthened their economic cooperation by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on developing the mineral value chain. This agreement, reached during President Bola Tinubu’s recent visit to France, is in line with the Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda

by News Editor

December 2, 2024

Life & style·News

Belgian Sex Workers Granted Employment Rights

Warning – contains descriptions of a sexual nature In Belgium, sex workers have been granted comprehensive employment rights, including maternity leave, sick days, and pensions. This landmark legislation, effective from Sunday, aligns their rights with those in other professions, leading some advocates

by News Room

December 1, 2024

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Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Reappointed as WTO Director-General for Second Term

Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has been reappointed as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) for a second term, effective September 1, 2025. Her reappointment, came on the back of a consensus among all 166 member states, reaffirming her global acceptance and

by Dickson Ekhaguere

December 1, 2024

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PETER OBI VISITS ATIKU ABUBAKAR IN ADAMAWA STATE

Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 Nigerian elections, visited Atiku Abubakar, his counterpart from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), at Atiku’s residence in Adamawa State on Saturday November 30, 2024. Atiku confirmed the visit in a tweet, stating,

by News Room

December 1, 2024

Economy·News

Fire Disaster at Idumota Auto Spare Parts Shops

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) reported significant property damage amounting to millions of naira due to a fire incident in Idumota, Lagos. According to Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the agency’s permanent secretary, the fire broke out on Friday night. Initial investigations indicated

by News Room

November 30, 2024

Grassroots·News

Epe and Ibeju-Lekki Residents Reassured Amid Land Acquisition Initiatives

The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the residents of Epe and Ibeju-Lekki concerning the current land acquisitions for various development initiatives, emphasizing that these efforts are aimed at benefiting the communities involved. At a recent stakeholders’ meeting focused on

by News Room

November 30, 2024

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Fisayo Soyombo thanks Nigerians for his freedom from Nigerian Army Detention.

Following the recent news of Fisayo Soyombo’s arrest by the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army in Port Harcourt, which emerged on Friday, there has been immense pressure from the Nigerian public, particularly on social media, calling for his release. Fortunately, these

by News Room

November 30, 2024

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Senator Ali Ndume threatens to Leave APC Over Tax Reform Bills

Senator Ali Ndume, a member of the Nigerian Senate, has voiced his discontent regarding President Tinubu’s tax reform initiatives. In an interview with Channels TV, Ndume, who represents Borno South, criticized the proposed tax reform bills. In October 2024, President Tinubu submitted

by News Room

November 30, 2024

Life & style·News

Update on Bishop TD Jakes Medical Incident

After the incident last Sunday involving the Bishop of the Potter’s House, who experienced a medical emergency during a sermon and was subsequently hospitalized, it appears that he has made a recovery. In a recent video posted on his Instagram account, the

by News Room

November 28, 2024

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Governor Fubara of Rivers begins payment of N85,000 minimum wage to workers.

In fulfilment of his promise made earlier in the year, the executive governor of Rivers State, Governor Simi Fubara has commenced payment of N85,000 new minimum wage to workers in the state. This was confirmed today by the Chairman of the Nigeria

by News Room

November 27, 2024