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LPG domestication policy improving supply, moderating prices — Ekpo
Nigeria’s domestic Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) market is recording notable gains following a Federal Government policy mandating that LPG produced by upstream operators be reserved for local consumption, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, has said. Ekpo disclosed this on Thursday while delivering a keynote address at the National Gas Day session of the…
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President Tinubu celebrates Kwara Governor AbdulRazaq on birthday
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on the occasion of his birthday on Thursday, February 5. In a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the president described Governor AbdulRazaq as a polymath and a highly accomplished professional, highlighting his years of entrepreneurship…
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APC will leave no one behind ahead of national convention — Yilwatda
By Kunle Sanni – The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has reaffirmed his commitment to inclusive leadership, saying the party will ensure that no member is left behind amid its rapid expansion. Speaking to journalists on Thursday after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu and other party leaders at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Yilwatda…
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Tinubu meets APC leaders ahead of national convention, congresses
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu on Thursday met with key stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, as the ruling party unveiled plans to hold an inclusive national convention and a series of congresses to reflect its growing membership. The meeting brought together the party’s national leadership, sub-national leaders and members of the…
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IMF 2026 growth forecasts: Nigeria is back in the global conversation — by Chioma Ahaghotu
The IMF’s updated 2026 growth forecasts place Nigeria at approximately 4.4% real GDP growth. That puts Nigeria above the global average and firmly among the faster-growing emerging economies. On paper, this is good news. After years of stagnation, currency shocks, inflation spirals, and policy confusion, Nigeria is once again being priced into global recovery expectations. But growth figures are not…
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NCAA convenes stakeholders’ meeting with airlines, Hajj operators ahead of 2026 pilgrimage
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) on Thursday convened a high-level meeting with Hajj airlines and the Association for Hajj and Umrah Operators of Nigeria (AHUON) at its Abuja headquarters to address operational challenges and assess preparedness for the 2026 Hajj airlift. Represented by the Director of Aerodrome and Airspace Standards and Chairman of the Hajj Committee, Alhaji Ahmad Abba,…
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Actress Angela Okorie issues public apology to Mercy Johnson
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has publicly apologised to her colleague, Mercy Johnson Okojie, following their long-standing controversy and Okorie’s arrest. Angela had been granted bail after her arrest on January 27. She was initially remanded in Suleja Prison, Abuja, after being apprehended by policemen from the Cybercrime Center in Abuja. She was accused of cyberbullying Mercy…
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Ademola Lookman scores on Atletico Madrid debut
By Tosin Omojola – Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman marked his debut for Atletico Madrid in style, scoring and providing an assist as the Spanish giants beat Real Betis 4-0 on Thursday night in Seville. Lookman, who completed his transfer to Atletico from Italian side Atalanta on Monday, scored his side’s third goal and provided the assist for the fourth…
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Tinubu, military coups and the national question in Nigeria — by Adewale Adeoye
Close your eyes for a minute and imagine this: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President, Kashim Shettima, Defense Minister Christopher Musa, Minister of Finance, Wale Edun and other top Government officials brutally murdered in a military coup in Abuja. That was the intention of some disgruntled, grossly irresponsible soldiers. Nigeria confirmed what was initially denied of existing plots to…
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Trump praises Oluremi Tinubu at National Prayer Breakfast
By Kunle Sanni – US President Donald Trump on Thursday lauded First Lady Oluremi Tinubu during the country’s annual National Prayer Breakfast, commending her leadership, faith, and values. “We are honoured to be joined today by the First Lady of Nigeria, Remi Tinubu, who also happens to serve as a Christian pastor at one of the largest churches in Nigeria,…
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