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EX-SIERRA LEONE FINANCE DEPUTY URGES WEST AFRICAN INSURERS TO INVEST IN CLIMATE RISK DATA
Bockarie Kalokoh, former Deputy Minister of Finance of Sierra Leone, called on West African insurance operators to strengthen resilience against climate change by investing in local data systems and climate risk expertise. Speaking at the 2025 WAICA Education Conference in Lagos, he stressed the need for hyper-local data capabilities and partnerships with meteorological agencies, tech…
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HOUSE COMMITTEE PUSHES FOR SINGLE-DIGIT INTEREST TO BOOST NEW VEHICLE PURCHASES
The House of Representatives Committee on Industry is working on laws to enforce single-digit interest rates on loans, making it easier for Nigerians to buy new cars, tricycles, and motorcycles through affordable credit. This decision came after an oversight visit to assembly plants in Lagos with the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC). Chairman…
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ICPC CHAIRMAN URGES SPEED AND CONSISTENCY IN CORRUPTION CASES
Dr. Musa Aliyu, Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), has called for faster and consistent handling of corruption cases to ensure justice is served. Speaking at a judicial workshop in Abuja, he stressed the judiciary’s key role in making sure corruption does not pay and wrongdoers don’t benefit from…
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MINISTER SEEKS CHINA PARTNERSHIP TO REVITALIZE NIGERIA’S STEEL INDUSTRY
Prince Shuiabu Abubakar, Minister of Steel Development, announced efforts to partner with the Republic of China to revive Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited (ASCL) and the National Iron Ore Mining Company (NIOMCO) in Kogi State. The ministry was initially working with a Russian firm, but the Russia-Ukraine war stalled progress. The minister said President Bola Tinubu’s…
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EQUITIES MARKET TAKES A BREATHER AFTER 12-WEEK WINNING STREAK
After 12 straight sessions of gains, Nigeria’s stock market recorded its first loss on Tuesday, with market capitalization slipping by ₦4 billion to close at ₦93.756 trillion. The All-Share Index dipped slightly by 6.27 points, driven by selloffs in stocks like Austin Laz, Deap Capital, Fidson, and Berger Paints. Market breadth showed 36 losers versus…
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NTF-CCE CALLS FOR FREE HPV DNA TESTING TO FIGHT CERVICAL CANCER IN NIGERIA
The National Taskforce for Cervical Cancer Elimination (NTF-CCE) has urged the government to provide universal access to free Human Papillomavirus (HPV) DNA testing to tackle the growing cervical cancer crisis in Nigeria. Prof. Isaac Adewole, former Health Minister and NTF-CCE Chairman, spoke at the 2025 International Cancer Week in Abuja, highlighting that over 15 million…
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TROOST-EKONG PRAISES BELIEF AND RESILIENCE AFTER SUPER EAGLES’ 4-0 WIN
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong hailed Nigeria’s 4-0 victory over Benin Republic as a true testament to belief and resilience, securing the team’s spot in the African playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. “I’m proud to be part of this team, part of this family,” Troost-Ekong said, praising coach Eric Chelle and forward Victor…
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SUPER EAGLES DOMINATE BENIN, COACH CHELLE PRAISES PLAYERS’ CHAMPION SPIRIT
Nigeria’s Super Eagles crushed Benin Republic’s Cheetahs 4-0 in a thrilling World Cup qualifier at Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo. Coach Eric Chelle hailed his players as champions for their energy and focus, with an early goal from Victor Osimhen setting the tone. Chelle applauded Osimhen, calling him the best striker in the world, but reminded…
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UNILAG HOSTS INDUSTRY LEADERS TO SHAPE AFRICA’S AI FUTURE
Captains of industry gathered at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) to discuss “Equitable Partnerships and the Future of AI in Africa.” Vice Chancellor Prof. Folasade Ogunsola opened the event, stressing that AI is not just the future, it’s the present opportunity for Africa to leapfrog in education, healthcare, governance, and industry through innovation rooted in…
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WHO NAMES DR. PAVEL URSU NEW REPRESENTATIVE TO NIGERIA TO BOOST HEALTH PARTNERSHIPS
Dr. Pavel Ursu has been appointed as the new World Health Organization (WHO) Representative to Nigeria, aiming to strengthen health partnerships and improve healthcare outcomes nationwide. Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, welcomed Ursu, highlighting the COVID-19 pandemic as a key wake-up call to invest in resilient health systems and local vaccine production. Tuggar…
