Category: Business
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PENGASSAN DEMANDS REINSTATEMENT OF 800+ NIGERIAN WORKERS SACKED BY DANGOTE REFINERY
Union slams refinery for replacing Nigerians with foreign nationals, threatens legal action. The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has issued a stern ultimatum to Dangote Refinery to recall over 800 Nigerian workers allegedly dismissed and replaced by foreign nationals, mainly Indians. The union condemned the mass termination as anti-labour and…
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NNPC RE-ENTERS OGONILAND, SIGNALLING JUSTICE, HEALING, AND RENEWED HOPE
More than oil this is about Nigeria’s journey to justice and inclusive progress. NNPC Ltd.’s re-entry into Ogoniland marks a historic milestone under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, recognizing the Ogoni people’s long suffering. It signals a bold step toward healing, justice, and sustainable development, blending energy production with environmental care and community empowerment. With…
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MALAYSIA REAFFIRMS STRONG PARTNERSHIP WITH NIGERIA ON TRADE, EDUCATION, AND SECURITY
Six decades of friendship and growing cooperation set the stage for a brighter future. Malaysia’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Aiyub Omar, renewed Malaysia’s commitment to deepening ties in palm oil trade, education, security, and South-South cooperation at a reception marking Malaysia’s 68th National Day and 60 years of diplomatic relations. Omar hailed Nigeria as a…
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STOCK MARKET ENDS WEEK WITH N618 BILLION GAIN ON STRONG BIG-CAP INTEREST
Nigerian equities surge as medium and large stocks draw investor confidence. The Nigerian Stock Market closed the week on a high note, with market capitalization increasing by N618 billion (0.7%) to reach N89.96 trillion. The All-Share Index gained 984 points to close at 142,133, supported by 36 gainers versus 23 losers. Top gainers included Thomas…
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FAAN LAUNCHES CASHLESS PAYMENT AT LAGOS AND ABUJA AIRPORTS
Nigerian airports go digital with faster, safer cashless payments starting Sept. 29. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), in partnership with Paystack, will roll out “Operation Go Cashless” at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, from September 29. All payments at access gates, car parks, VIP lounges, and protocol…
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ONYEMA CALLS FOR HARMONISED NIGERIA-UK AVIATION RULES TO BOOST TRADE
Aviation as the vital link for seamless commerce and stronger Nigeria-UK ties. Air Peace Executive Officer Allen Onyema urged Nigeria and the UK to align aviation regulations to ease passenger and cargo flows, cut delays, and drive bilateral trade growth. Speaking at the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce event themed “Trade without Borders,” Onyema highlighted the…
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NIGERIA AND UK VOW TO DEEPEN PARTNERSHIP ON DEFENCE, TRADE, AND CYBERSECURITY
Stronger ties ahead as Nigeria and the UK commit to collaboration and youth empowerment. At a bilateral meeting in New York, Vice President Kashim Shettima and UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy pledged to strengthen cooperation across defence, trade, migration, and cybersecurity. Shettima also spoke at the UNICEF-hosted Global Leadership Council Meeting, highlighting Nigeria’s focus…
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NIGERIA URGES URGENT DEBT RELIEF TO BOOST PEACE AND PROSPERITY
Debt relief is a pathway to growth, not charity, says Nigeria at UNGA. President Bola Tinubu, speaking at the UN General Assembly and represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, called for urgent action on debt relief as crucial for peace and prosperity, urging the creation of a global mechanism to manage sovereign debt fairly. He highlighted…
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RAMAPHOSA SPOTLIGHTS AFRICA’S RISE, CALLS FOR FAIR DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE
Africa’s growth demands fair trade, debt relief, and an end to conflict for true global progress. At the 80th UN General Assembly, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted Africa as “irreversibly on the rise” and urged decisive action to end global conflicts and promote sustainable development. He pointed to South Africa’s historic G20 presidency hosting…
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KEYAMO SEEKS INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT FOR NIGERIA’S RE-ELECTION TO ICAO COUNCIL
Nigeria pushes for global backing to strengthen its role in shaping international civil aviation. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, called on delegates at the 42nd ICAO Assembly in Montreal to support Nigeria’s re-election to Part 2 of the ICAO Council. Highlighting Nigeria’s commitment to safe, secure, and sustainable air transport, Keyamo emphasized…
