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Business · Nigerian Tribune ·Nigeria’s aviation market ranks 4th in Africa — FAAN boss
The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria said Nigeria’s aviation market is currently ranked fourth-largest in Africa. The assessment highlights the country’s position within the continent’s aviation industry, according to the Nigerian Tribune report, without providing further details on the ranking criteria or comparative market figures.
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Business · Nairametrics ·Nigeria Customs floors Laurium Mining Company as Court dismisses N34 million import waiver suit
The court dismissed Laurium Mining Company’s suit seeking a N34 million import waiver, giving Nigeria Customs a favourable outcome. The ruling leaves the company without the requested relief and reinforces the agency’s position in the dispute over the import-related waiver.
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Business · Leadership News ·
Nigeria’s Aviation Market Hits 18.8m Passengers, Airline Capacity Rises 37.4% – FAAN
Nigeria’s aviation market recorded 18.8 million passengers, while airline capacity increased by 37.4%, according to the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria. The figures indicate significant growth in passenger traffic and available airline services, highlighting expanded activity across the country’s aviation sector.
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Politics · The Punch ·Delta gov directs suspended commissioner to resume after 10 weeks
The Delta State governor has directed a suspended commissioner to resume official duties after spending 10 weeks away from office. The headline does not specify the reason for the suspension, the commissioner’s portfolio, or whether any conditions were attached to the governor’s reinstatement directive.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·2027: Kwara youth groups criticise change of APC deputy guber candidate
Youth groups in Kwara State have criticised the reported replacement of the All Progressives Congress deputy governorship candidate ahead of the 2027 elections. Their reaction centres on the party’s decision to alter its ticket, though the headline does not provide details about the groups’ specific objections or the individuals involved.
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Health · Daily Post ·Lagos Govt warns residents against adulterated palm oil
The Lagos State Government has cautioned residents to avoid adulterated palm oil, highlighting a public safety concern linked to the sale or consumption of substandard products. Residents are advised to remain vigilant when purchasing palm oil and to rely on trusted sources, although the headline does not provide further details about the warning.
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Other · Channels TV ·
Niger Miners’ Deaths: FG Inaugurates 10-Man Independent Investigative Committee
The Federal Government has inaugurated a 10-member independent investigative committee to examine the deaths of miners in Niger State. The committee is expected to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident and provide findings, although the headline does not specify the victims, date, location details or terms of reference.
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Politics · The Punch ·
2027: Sokoto PDP flagbearer backs Wike, seeks broad support
The Sokoto State PDP governorship flagbearer has expressed support for Nyesom Wike ahead of the 2027 elections and called for wider political backing. The position signals an alignment with Wike while urging broader support, though the headline does not specify the reasons, stakeholders involved or the response from other political actors.
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Politics · The Punch ·
2027: Rainbow coalition part of Nigeria’s political growth — Sokoto PDP gov candidate
The Sokoto State PDP governorship candidate says the rainbow coalition emerging ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections reflects the country’s continuing political development. The remarks indicate that the alliance is being viewed as part of broader changes in Nigeria’s political landscape as parties and groups prepare for the election.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·UK removes Nigeria, others from teacher qualification route
The United Kingdom has removed Nigeria and several other countries from a route used to qualify as a teacher, according to Nigerian Tribune. The change affects aspiring teachers from the listed countries seeking recognition or entry through that qualification pathway, though the headline does not specify the reasons, implementation details or alternative options.
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Entertainment · Vanguard ·‘I’m thinking of deleting social media, buying three goats’ — DJ Cuppy
Nigerian disc jockey and entertainer DJ Cuppy said she is considering stepping away from social media and buying three goats. The remark suggests a possible desire for a simpler lifestyle or a break from online activity, although the headline does not provide further details about her reasons or plans.
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Health · The Punch ·
NCDC reports 1,086 Lassa fever cases, 259 deaths
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control reports 1,086 confirmed Lassa fever cases and 259 deaths. The figures indicate the scale of the outbreak and its associated fatalities, underscoring the continued public health burden posed by the disease in Nigeria.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
2027: APC-PCC DG Consults Northern Muslim Clerics
The Director-General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council has consulted northern Muslim clerics as political engagements begin ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections, according to Leadership News.
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Politics · Daily Post ·UNGA: Tinubu must tell Nigerians why he is avoiding US – Obidient Movement
The Obidient Movement has called on President Bola Tinubu to explain to Nigerians why he is allegedly avoiding the United States during the United Nations General Assembly. The group’s position focuses on the president’s absence or non-engagement with the US in connection with the international gathering.
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Other · Daily Post ·Niger miners’ death: Families will get justice – FG vows as probe committee inaugurated
The Federal Government has inaugurated a probe committee to investigate the deaths of miners in Niger State and pledged that the victims’ families will receive justice. The committee is expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident and provide findings to guide further action.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Alleged Phone Tapping: Court to Rule in El-Rufai’s No-case Submission Oct 26
A court is scheduled to rule on October 26 on former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai’s no-case submission in a case involving alleged phone tapping. The ruling will determine whether the prosecution has presented sufficient grounds for the matter to proceed against him.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Our presidential campaign council ready soon, says NDC
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) says its council for the presidential campaign will be ready soon. The announcement indicates that the party is preparing its campaign structure ahead of the presidential contest, although the headline does not provide details about the council’s membership, timeline, or planned activities.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Nigeria Will Not Be A Soft Target for Predatory Litigation, Arbitration, Says Fagbemi
Nigeria’s Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, says the country will resist becoming a target for predatory litigation and arbitration. His remarks signal a firm government position against legal claims or dispute-resolution processes considered exploitative of Nigeria’s interests.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Ondo govt, varsity unions resolve wage dispute
The Ondo State Government and unions representing workers at a university have reached an agreement to end a dispute over wages. The resolution is expected to address the disagreement between the state authorities and the university unions, although the headline does not provide details of the terms or implementation.
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Other · Daily Trust ·
FG inaugurates panel probing miners’ deaths
The Federal Government has inaugurated a panel to investigate the deaths of miners. The panel is expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident and provide findings to the authorities. Further details about the number of victims, location, cause of death and the panel’s timeline were not provided in the headline.
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