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Oluremi Tinubu calls for safer schools, protection of children
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called for stronger efforts to protect schools, teachers and students from attacks, saying the safety of education is critical to securing the future of Nigerian children. Mrs Tinubu made the call in a message to mark the 2026 International Day to Protect Education from Attack, observed on September 9, with the theme, Education Can Survive…
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H1 2026: Dangote Refinery declared N19.5trn revenue, N2.55trn profit
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals generated a revenue of about N19.47 trillion ($13.91 billion) and Profit After Tax of roughly N2.55 trillion ($1.82 billion) in the first half of 2026, as the 650,000 barrels per day facility swung decisively into profitability. The performance marked a significant turnaround for the refinery, which recorded a $476 million loss for the whole…
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FG moves to operationalise 112 national emergency number
The federal government has directed relevant agencies and stakeholders to develop a comprehensive roadmap for the nationwide rollout of Nigeria’s 112 national emergency number. The directive was issued by Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday in Abuja at a stakeholders’ meeting on the National Emergency Number 112 project. Shettima also directed the establishment of a committee comprising the Nigeria Police…
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Presidency hails N12.59tn trade surplus, says Tinubu reforms yielding results
Nigeria recorded a trade surplus of N12.59 trillion in the second quarter of 2026, marking the 11th consecutive quarter of positive trade balance since President Bola Tinubu assumed office in May 2023. The development was described by the Presidency as another indication of the impact of the administration’s economic reforms. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo…
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Benue govt dismisses Peter Obi’s claim of thugs blocking his visit to Yelewata
The Benue State Government has denied allegations by the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, that thugs allegedly linked to the state government prevented him from visiting Yelewata to sympathise with families affected by the 2025 attacks. The government described the allegation as unfounded, saying Governor Hyacinth Alia had no knowledge of any attempt to obstruct…
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Tinubu mourns Aso Rock media Assistant Director Peter Onwubuariri
President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of Peter Onwubuariri, Assistant Director, Media, at the Presidential Villa, who died after a prolonged illness. Onwubuariri, a veteran journalist and public servant, was described by the President as a major loss to the Presidency, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the media community and the country. The late journalist joined the Presidential…
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Tinubu’s reforms turning Nigerian firms into global brands, says Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration are helping Nigerian companies expand their operations and compete on the global stage. Shettima made the statement on Monday in Abuja when he received a delegation from Nigerian fintech company Flutterwave, led by its Chief Executive Officer and co-founder, Olugbenga Agboola. The Vice President cited Flutterwave, Moniepoint…
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PHOTO NEWS: Yari, Faleke inspect APC campaign office in Abuja
The Director-General of the 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, visited the Presidential Campaign Council office in Abuja on Monday as preparations for the 2027 presidential election gather momentum. Yari, a senator representing Zamfara West Senatorial District, was received by James Faleke, who disclosed the visit on Monday via his X account. Also present were Plateau State Governor Caleb…
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Customs collects N4.30tn in six months, targets N11.07tn for 2026
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) generated N4.30 trillion in revenue between January and June 2026, putting the service at 36.4 per cent of its N11.074 trillion target for the year. The figure was disclosed at the 65th Regular Meeting of the Nigeria Customs Service Board, held on September 2 and chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of…
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2027: Shettima urges transporters to keep campaign peaceful, issue-based
Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged transport operators mobilising support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election to conduct their political activities peacefully and responsibly. Shettima gave the charge on Monday in Abuja while inaugurating the national working committee and nationwide structures of Transporters for Tinubu/Shettima 2027 (TFT 2027). Represented by his Deputy Chief of Staff, Senator…
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