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INTERVIEW: What Nigeria is doing to fulfil climate pledges — Climate Council Chief


"Only three countries have climate change specific legislation in Africa of which Nigeria is one." Read More

Oil prices fall amid demand fears


This comes, according to the news agency, amid crude oil cut by Saudi Arabia and Russia which is to continue till the end of the year and demand fears stemming from macroeconomic headwinds.

Again, suspected terrorists abduct university students


"After attacking the house, the bandits took the five students into the forest around some off-campus houses. I learnt that vigilante members were called but the terrorists escaped before the vigilante members arrived," the staff member, who sought anonymity because he is not authorised to speak to the press, said.

Two years after, Anambra LP governorship candidate still missing


The wife of the missing politician says one of her greatest worries is her inability to provide answers to questions from her children who constantly ask about their father's whereabouts.
Most Recent Stories

Insecurity: Reps speaker laments renewed abduction of students by bandits in North


In the past couple of weeks, bandits have abducted students from female hostels in the Sabon Gida area of Zamfara State and abducted an unspecified number of female students at the Federal University, Gusau (FUG). Read More

Minister constitutes panel to probe death of Abuja robbery victim


Ms Olorunfemi tragically died at the Maitama General Hospital where she was allegedly denied treatment for not providing a police report.

NERC probes electrocution of four family members


The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) said it has commenced an investigation into an electrocution incident in the Dinyavo area of Jalingo, Taraba.

Nigerian woman jailed for trafficking 12 girls abroad for sexual exploitation


Ms Osaigbovo was charged with recruitment and trafficking of 12 Nigerian girls to Belgium for sexual exploitation.

Senate orders investigation into incarceration of 250 Nigerians in Ethiopian prisons


"The Senate it's pathetic that a nation as populous as Nigeria, its citizens are being held in captivity in the 21st century where the call is for unity but Ethiopia has chosen a shallow part to maltreat citizens of Nigeria without any justification as shown in the video," he said.
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Business

Nigerian govt announces temporary removal of VAT on diesel


The Nigerian government announced a temporary removal of VAT on diesel as part of the resolution reached during the meeting between the labour unions and the government delegation

How we'll raise 3 million tech talents – Minister


"This holistic approach is designed to empower our workforce to thrive in a constantly evolving technological landscape. Ultimately, our strategic intent is to retain at least 1.5 million of these skilled professionals within our local talent pool and facilitate opportunities for another 1.5 million of our talented individuals to excel in the global talent marketplace, preferably through remote opportunities.
Editorial cartoon of the day
Arts and Entertainment

TRENDING: 70-year-old host curses party guests for not buying 'Aso-Ebi'


''Anyone that did not buy my clothes, I am speaking from a place of anger. If you eat the food, it will choke you. If you don't go out, I'll help you out myself. Don't provoke me.''

It's no offence for men to have dreadlocks – Police


There have been reports in the past of the police profiling and arresting young Nigerians who have dreadlocks.
Opinion

Cost of living crisis and neoliberalism in West Africa, By Damilola Ojikutu


The Sahel has faced significant economic issues over the past decade, leading to stagnation in purchasing power and declining living standards. The link is undeniable. The average per capita GDP in West Africa has declined, showing negative prospects for future growth under the neoliberal mode. West Africa's economic challenges should be based on a rejection of this current economic model, better investment practices and trade practices that show finesse and understanding of Africa's current role in the world economy.

Nigerian elections: A democracy in the hands of the judiciary, By Toyin Falola


The roles of the judiciary in pre- and post-election matters will never stop to beg the question of what should be held supreme: legality or legitimacy? Of course, both concepts cross each other's borders semantically, but to what extent should the extremes of each be tolerated? What should decide legitimacy? Is it the quantum of legal compliance and due processes or the invested aggregated public interests?

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400 receive free medical screening at O B Lulu-Briggs Foundation's 22nd anniversary


The 22nd anniversary began on Wednesday, 20 September, with a 5-kilometre Walk for Life for high blood pressure and included a thanksgiving service on Thursday, 21 September.

IHS Towers meets President Tinubu, lists company's giant strides


IHS tells President Tinubu they've put Nigeria on the global telecommunications map.

The Winning Formula: Insights into South Africa's casino industry success


This is perhaps one of the most important drivers of the casino industry's growth in South Africa: cell phone penetration.

Sports

Morocco, five others across three continents to host 2030 World Cup matches


Wednesday's decision by FIFA marks the first time the World Cup will be staged across three continents and by six countries.

UCL Round-up: Osimhen fires blank as Napoli, Man United suffer home defeats


Osimhen could only provide the penalty to Napoli's second goal as they were defeated 3-2 at the Armando Maradona Stadium in Naples against Real Madrid.

Fact Checker

Few facts about Liberia's election 2023


According to the country's National Elections Commission, the total number of Registered Voters is 2,471,617.

FALSE! Akeredolu did not impeach two deputy governors in eight years


Claim: Several Facebook users claimed that if the process against Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the current Ondo State deputy governor, is successful, then the governor would have impeached two deputies during his eight-year administration.

Health

WHO recommends R21/Matrix-M vaccine for use against malaria


WHO said demand for the limited-availability RTS,S vaccine has been "unprecedented," and the addition of the second vaccine is expected to meet the demand and provide sufficient vaccine supply "to benefit all children living in areas where malaria is a public health risk."

Nigeria records surge in diphtheria infections


A recent situation report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) confirmed that Nigeria is currently facing a second wave of diphtheria outbreak.
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