Tag: News
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FG WATCHING MIDDLE EAST TENSIONS, MOVES TO SHIELD NIGERIA’S ECONOMY
Nigeria’s Federal Government says it is closely monitoring the escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East involving the United States, Israel and Iran, while working to safeguard the country’s economic stability. The update followed a meeting of the Economic Management Team (EMT) chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale…
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ATLETICO THRASH SPURS 5–2 IN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FIRST-LEG SHOWDOWN
Atletico Madrid delivered a ruthless attacking display on Tuesday night, defeating Tottenham Hotspur 5–2 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League round-of-16 clash and taking a commanding advantage ahead of the return leg in London. The Spanish side struck early and often at the Metropolitano Stadium, punishing Tottenham’s defensive errors in a devastating…
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YAMAL’S LAST-GASP PENALTY RESCUES BARCA AGAINST NEWCASTLE
Teen star Lamine Yamal struck deep into stoppage time to rescue FC Barcelona from defeat, scoring a dramatic penalty that secured a 1–1 draw against Newcastle United in their UEFA Champions League round-of-16 first leg. Newcastle looked set for a famous win at St James’ Park after Harvey Barnes fired the hosts ahead in the…
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NGX, PARTNERS RALLY FOR GENDER EQUALITY IN ECONOMY
Nigeria’s financial market leaders are pushing for stronger gender inclusion, urging greater participation of women in leadership, investment, and economic decision-making. The call came during the 2026 “Ring the Bell for Gender Equality” ceremony at the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) Closing Gong event in Lagos. The initiative—organised with the Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) and…
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POLICE NAB 19 KIDNAP SUSPECTS, CULTISTS IN KWARA SECURITY SWEEP
A major security crackdown in Kwara has led to the arrest of 19 suspected kidnappers, cultists and armed crime suspects as police intensify operations to dismantle criminal networks across the state. The Kwara State Police Command said the suspects were picked up during intelligence-driven operations targeting kidnapping gangs, cult groups and illegal firearms possession. Commissioner…
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IAF UNLEASHES FIREPOWER AT EXERCISE VAYUSHAKTI-26
From sonic booms to night precision strikes, India’s air warriors put on a full-spectrum combat show in Rajasthan. The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Friday showcased its combat readiness and technological edge during Exercise Vayushakti-26 at the Pokhran Field Firing Range in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Designed around a defined operational storyline for the first time, the…
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SOKOTO EXPANDS EARLY EDUCATION DRIVE TO TACKLE OUT-OF-SCHOOL CRISIS
With over 66% of children out of school, Sokoto is scaling up early education, building mega schools, and launching digital programmes to bring thousands of children back into classrooms. The Sokoto State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) says it is ramping up Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) and rolling out bold reforms to tackle…
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ENUGU OPPOSITION SLAMS N150M BILLBOARD FEE, CALLS IT ‘POLITICAL ROBBERY’
Political tension is rising in Enugu as opposition parties reject a controversial N150 million billboard fee, warning it could silence challengers and weaken democracy. Opposition political parties in Enugu State have strongly condemned the N150 million advertising fee imposed on political aspirants for campaign billboards, describing the move as outrageous, unfair, and undemocratic. The State…
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NIGERIA–CHINA @55: STAKEHOLDERS PUSH FOR INDUSTRIAL GROWTH, ZERO-TARIFF GAINS
As both nations mark 55 years of diplomatic ties, leaders say the next phase must move beyond trade to real industrialisation and value addition. Stakeholders in Abuja have called for a deeper, more strategic Nigeria–China partnership anchored on industrialisation, expanded market access and stronger Global South cooperation. The call came at a high-level dialogue marking…
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KAIAMA ATTACK: BANDITS KILL KWARA NURSING STUDENT, OUTRAGE GROWS
Student leader gunned down alongside brother as fresh attacks reignite calls for tougher security action in Kwara Fresh grief hit Kwara State on Wednesday after suspected bandits killed Salihu Bio Khalid, a student of the Kwara State College of Nursing Sciences, during a deadly attack on Kaiama Local Government Area. Khalid, a Midwifery student and…
