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Nigerian polytechnic professors issue 15-day ultimatum to government over unmet demands

The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has issued a 15-day ultimatum to the Nigerian government and the National Board of Technical Education (NBTE) over unmet demands. The union's zone C coordinator, Nurudeen Masopa, said in a statement that the...

Removing subsidies will discourage cross-border smuggling: Kyari

The removal of petrol subsidy in Nigeria has effectively removed the incentives enjoyed by smugglers, said Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) Group Chief Executive Mele Kyari. Kyari, who spoke in an interview with Channels TV on Sunday, explained...

FCMB Group, Lasaco Assurance and Ikeja Hotel are top stocks picked this week

Nigerian stocks appreciated marginally by 0.1 percent last week on increased interest in oil and gas stocks. The market has returned 30.5 percent so far this year, and the Oil and Gas Index leads other sector indices. Energy stocks have...

Libya creates hostile reception for Super Eagles

Nigeria's national team, Super Eagles, were literally held hostage at the airport upon arrival in Libya ahead of their crucial African Cup of Nations qualifier against the Mediterranean Knights. Despite previous agreements and approvals, the chartered flight was unexpectedly diverted...

FG and Zamfara will collaborate in mining development

The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development (MSMD), has committed to working closely with the Zamfara State Government to harness the mineral resources of the state for economic development. Receiving the Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal,...

Abuja VIO appeals court order, agrees not to confiscate vehicles

The Directorate of Road Traffic Services (DRTS), popularly known as Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO), has suspended vehicle seizure and imposition of fines in Abuja following a recent court ruling that questioned the legality of its enforcement practices of the...

US Government Increases $20 Million Fraud Charges Against Air Peace CEO Onyema

The US government has piled up more charges in the previous $20 million bank fraud case against Air Peace CEO Allen Onyema, as the Nigerian businessman continues to evade trial in a US court for the past five years. Although...

Ibadan eager for 3SC, Enyimba crashes as Rangers face tough test

The Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) resumes this weekend, with matchday six matches spread over Saturday and Sunday. Fans will be entertained as old rivals clash, defending champions face tough tests and new coaches look to make an impact. The League...

UN report accuses Israel of 'deliberate' attempt to destroy healthcare in Gaza

A United Nations report accused Israel of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza by deliberately attacking the health system. Published on the UN website, the report of its Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian...

Court rejects Binance executive's new bail request

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday dismissed a fresh bail application filed by detained Binance Holdings Limited executive Tigran Gambaryan. The judge. Emeka Nwite, in a ruling, dismissed the application on the grounds that it constituted an abuse...
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Nigeria's population could rise to 450 million by 2050: experts

Experts have expressed concern about the possible increase in Nigeria's population, which could reach 450 million by 2050 if...
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