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Clerics pray for Nigeria’s progress, peace, economic recovery
Peoples Gazette
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August 30, 2025
Some Islamic clerics have called on Muslims to offer special prayers for Nigeria’s unity, peace, progress and economic recovery. They made the call during a special Jumaat Prayers organised in commemoration of the Islamic New Year in Sokoto on...
President Tinubu rejoices with Gov. Okpebholo at 55
Eagle Online
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August 30, 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has rejoiced with Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State on his 55th birthday, describing him as a committed democrat dedicated to serving his people. The congratulatory message was made public by the Special Adviser to...
Nigeria’s Culture Minister Engages Switzerland on Artefact Repatriation
Nigerian Eye
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August 30, 2025
Hannatu Musawa, Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, has initiated discussions with the Swiss government for the repatriation of Nigerian artefacts, including monoliths and bronze pieces, currently held in Swiss...
Nigeria’s Energy Deficit Offers $10–20 Billion Off-Grid Opportunity
Arabian Post
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August 30, 2025
Nigeria’s energy shortfall continues to constrict economic potential, affecting millions of homes and businesses, prompting a call from Ronald Adams—Chairman of the off‑grid impact fund All On and Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Exploration and...
Nigeria, Switzerland cooperate on repatriation of stolen artefacts in Swiss museums
Peoples Gazette
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August 30, 2025
Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has commenced talks with the Swiss Government on the repatriation of Nigerian artefacts currently housed in Swiss museums, including monoliths and bronze pieces. Both parties...
Nigeria Immigration Service and Nigeria Correctional Service Forge Stronger Collaboration to Enhance Inmate Welfare and Security in Abuja
Alexa.ng
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August 30, 2025
Abuja, Nigeria – On Friday, August 29, 2025, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) and the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) announced a renewed commitment to strengthen their collaboration, with a focus on improving service delivery and...
Nigerian Stock Market Experiences Slowdown as Transaction Value Declines by 25.8%
Alexa.ng
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Lagos, Nigeria – The Nigerian stock market witnessed a notable slowdown in trading activity last week, with the total value of transactions declining by 25.8%, signaling a cautious approach by investors amid economic uncertainties. According to...
Nigerian Correctional Service Commits to Comprehensive Reforms to Enhance Security, Rehabilitation, and Staff Welfare
Alexa.ng
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August 30, 2025
Abuja, Nigeria – On Saturday, August 30, 2025, the Controller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Sylvester Nwakuche, reaffirmed the Service’s unwavering commitment to transformative reforms aimed at strengthening internal...
Africa emerges as a manufacturing haven amid US–India trade tensions
Business Insider Africa
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August 30, 2025
Washington's steep import levies on India, reaching up to 50%, have prompted Indian businesses to explore Africa as a production hub for exports to the US. The tariffs, imposed due to India's Russian oil purchases, have particularly affected the...
Nigeria News1 hour ago Wike Dismisses Concerns Over Non-Usage Of BVAS In Rivers LG Polls The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed concerns over the non-usage of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) in the…
Naija News
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August 30, 2025
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed concerns over the non-usage of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) in the Rivers local government elections. Naija News reports that the immediate governor...
Nigeria to host lighting expo on low-carbon technology
Peoples Gazette
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August 30, 2025
The Nigeria International Lighting Expo (NILE) 2025 will showcase low-carbon technology in Lagos from Sept. 17 to Sept. 19. The Expo is organised by Zhongsheng International Business (Zhongshan) Co. Ltd. At a news conference on Saturday, Lisa Lin,...
Nigerians must remain prayerful to achieve greatness, says CAC president
Peoples Gazette
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August 30, 2025
The president of Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), worldwide, Samuel Oladele, has urged Nigerians to remain prayerful in order to achieve greatness. Mr Oladele made the call during his 70th birthday celebration and thanksgiving service on Saturday in...
Nigeria News43 minutes ago Fubara: ‘The Coast Is Clear For The State Of Emergency To Be Lifted In Rivers’ – Wike The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed hope that the state of emergency in Rivers State will…
Naija News
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August 30, 2025
Naija News recalls that President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State following the political crisis between Governor Sim Fubara, the House of Assembly members, and Wike. Tinubu also suspended Fubara, his deputy, and the...
Africa’s youth may feel lonelier than you know
Frontline - The Hindu
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August 30, 2025
It was only at college that Hiwot Daniel realised she had been lonely as a child. Her father died when she was 2 years old, leaving her mother busy meeting basic needs. Growing up as an only child, no one asked Daniel questions like, “How was your...
Nigeria News51 minutes ago It Makes No Sense That You Are Abandoning Your Own House – Jonah Jang Slams PDP Defectors Former Plateau State governor Senator Jonah Jang has said the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has been one of the most united political …
Naija News
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August 30, 2025
Jang stated this at a caucus meeting in the Plateau North Senatorial District of the PDP. He argued that the party has continued to stand firm at the national level without any form of division threatening its existence. He noted that although...
Nigeria News4 minutes ago There Is No ₦300 Billion Loan – Makinde’s Govt Slams APC Lawmaker Over ‘Reckless’ Allegation The Oyo State Government has dismissed claims by the All Progressives Congress (APC) that Governor Seyi Makinde plans on securing a ₦…
Naija News
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August 30, 2025
The lawmaker representing Saki West State Constituency, Ibrahim Shittu, had raised concerns about the loan, stating that he was neither informed of the August 19 emergency plenary nor involved in the House’s approval of it for the record. However,...
Africa's chance to move from resource supplier to industrial innovator
The Standard
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An electric vehicle at a charging station in Nairobi. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard] For decades, the direction of global industry has been set far from Africa. The continent is too often seen only as a supplier of the raw materials, cobalt,...
Nigeria, Brazil Central Banks Strengthen Economic, Financial Ties
The Will
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August 30, 2025
August 30, (THEWILL) — Nigeria and Brazil have reached a deal to strengthen economic and financial cooperation as part of efforts to boost bilateral ties between the two countries. This was the outcome of talks between Nigeria’s Central Bank...
President Tinubu Asked To Probe “Secret” Release Of Five Chinese Nationals Arrested Without Valid Papers, Permits
Sahara Reporters
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President Bola Tinubu has been asked to investigate alleged irregularities, compromises and unchecked misconduct within the operations of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) following the release five Chinese nationals without valid papers....
Nigerian Man Pleads Guilty In US To $405,000 Romance Scam Against American Women
Sahara Reporters
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A 40-year-old Nigerian man, Daniel Chima Inweregbu, has pleaded guilty in the United States to charges of conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, as well as money laundering, in connection with a romance scam that defrauded American women of...