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Atiku’s fuel subsidy model may cause N12bn daily revenue loss — IMPI
The Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI) has said the proposal by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, to restore fuel subsidy could cost Nigeria at least N12 billion in daily revenue losses. In a policy statement signed by its chairman, Dr Omoniyi Akinsiju, the policy research group said the revenue loss under Atiku’s proposed production-side subsidy…
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Globacom announces sponsorship of 2026 Ofala Festival amid preparations
By Damilola Akinwale – Nigerian telecommunications giant Globacom has announced its sponsorship of the 2026 Ofala Festival of Onitsha, as preparations for the two-day cultural celebration are underway. Ofala is a major annual celebration of the Igbo people, particularly in Onitsha, Anambra State, marking the spiritual renewal and authority of the monarch. The festival also celebrates the renewal of the…
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EFCC strengthens media partnership to tackle economic crimes in Kano
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kano Zonal Directorate, has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with the media as part of efforts to combat economic and financial crimes. The Zonal Director, Assistant Commander of the EFCC, ACE1 Friday S. Ebelo, stated this on Wednesday when he received the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Matashiya TV, Abubakar Murtala…
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Economic reform gains must improve productivity, citizens’ livelihoods, says NESG
Nigeria must move beyond economic stabilisation and ensure that ongoing reforms translate into productive investment, higher productivity, jobs and improved incomes, the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has said. The Chief Executive Officer of the NESG, Tayo Adeloju, said this on Wednesday in Abuja ahead of the 32nd Nigerian Economic Summit, scheduled for October 26 and 27 at the Transcorp…
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Hamzat unveils Lagos plan to strengthen creative industry, expand infrastructure
Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has pledged that the state government will continue to partner with stakeholders in the creative industry by strengthening skills development, expanding training opportunities and providing infrastructure needed to support the sector’s growth. Hamzat spoke on Tuesday at the official commissioning and grand opening of Euphoria 360 Hub, established by filmmaker and actor…
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German ex-spy chief arrested for treason: What we know
The man who led Germany’s intelligence agency from 1998 to 2005 has been arrested on suspicion of espionage and attempted treason, according to the country’s federal prosecutor’s office. The office announced on Tuesday that August Hanning, 80, was arrested and faces charges including “treasonous espionage, obtaining state secrets, attempted treason” through contact with foreign intelligence services. The office has not…
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Governor Aiyedatiwa visits Igbokoda crash site, orders continued search
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State on Wednesday visited the scene of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash at Igbokoda, headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area, as search and recovery operations continued for the victims and the main wreckage. Aiyedatiwa described the crash as a national tragedy, saying no survivor had been found at the scene as of the time…
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Adeleke to lead 335-man council for Olajengbesi’s 2027 Reps bid
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, will lead a 335-member campaign council mobilising support for the Accord Party candidate for the Oriade/Obokun Federal Constituency, Pelumi Olajengbesi, ahead of the January 2027 House of Representatives election. Olajengbesi announced the constitution of the council on Wednesday as part of his campaign to unseat the incumbent lawmaker, Wole Oke…
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Lagos fires 6 PSP operators over poor performance
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has withdrawn the operating licences of six Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators over their failure to meet required standards for effective waste collection services. The decision, according to a statement by the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, is part of the Lagos State Government’s efforts to ensure a cleaner, healthier and…
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Amotekun arrests over 30 residents for indiscriminate waste disposal in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State Amotekun Corps has arrested more than 30 persons for allegedly dumping refuse on roads and in drainage channels across Osogbo and its environs. In a statement by the corps’ public relations officer, Yusuf Idowu, the arrests were made during an enforcement operation carried out by the corps in collaboration with environmental sanitation…
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