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Politics · The Punch ·Awujale standoff: Religious leaders urge Abiodun to lift ban
Religious leaders have appealed to Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun to lift a ban linked to the ongoing standoff involving the Awujale, the traditional ruler of Ijebuland, amid continuing tensions over the matter.
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Business · Leadership News ·FG Replaces Planned Cashew Export Ban With Road Map As Growers Eye N635bn Market
The Federal Government has replaced its planned ban on cashew exports with a development road map, as growers target a market estimated at N635 billion. The new approach indicates a focus on organising and expanding the cashew sector rather than restricting overseas sales.
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Business · Leadership News ·
‘Nigeria’s Return To JPMorgan Bond Index Will Cut Borrowing Costs, Boost Dollar Inflows’
Nigeria’s anticipated return to the JPMorgan bond index is expected to lower the country’s borrowing costs and attract increased dollar inflows. The development would strengthen Nigeria’s access to international fixed-income markets, although the headline does not specify the timing, conditions, or projected scale of the potential benefits.
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Business · Leadership News ·
N4trn Legacy GenCo Debt: Federal Govt Concludes Phase 1 Bond Series With N729bn Issuance
The Federal Government has completed the first phase of a bond programme aimed at addressing about N4 trillion in legacy debts owed to power generation companies. The phase involved issuing bonds valued at N729 billion, marking an initial step in efforts to settle outstanding obligations in the electricity sector.
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Business · Leadership News ·
IPO: Dangote Promises Strong Returns, Generational Wealth For Investors
Dangote has assured prospective investors that the company’s initial public offering will deliver strong returns and help create wealth that can benefit future generations. The promise forms part of efforts to attract investor interest in the offering, although the headline provides no further details on its terms or expected performance.
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Other · Leadership News ·
Benin-Asaba Road: Contractor Pledges Faster Construction During Dry Season
The contractor handling the Benin-Asaba Road project has pledged to accelerate construction activities during the dry season. The commitment indicates an intention to take advantage of more favourable weather conditions to improve the pace of work on the major road linking Benin and Asaba.
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Other · Leadership News ·
Engineers Must Shape Policies Driving Nigeria’s Infrastructure – NSE
The Nigerian Society of Engineers says engineers should play a central role in shaping policies that guide the country’s infrastructure development. The call highlights the importance of technical expertise in government decisions affecting infrastructure planning, delivery and sustainability.
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Business · Leadership News ·
Gains In 20 Stocks Push Market Up By N160bn
Gains recorded by 20 listed stocks lifted the Nigerian equities market by N160 billion. The headline indicates broad positive movement among the affected companies, resulting in an overall increase in market value, although it does not specify the individual stocks, sectors involved or the trading session.
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Business · BusinessDay ·All eyes on Port Harcourt as investment summit courts $50bn
Attention is focused on Port Harcourt as an investment summit seeks to attract up to $50 billion in funding. The event is expected to highlight investment opportunities and efforts to mobilise significant capital, although the headline does not specify the sectors, investors, or commitments involved.
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Business · Leadership News ·
Kebbi Residents, Businesses Count Losses As Blackout Bites
Residents and businesses in Kebbi State are assessing financial and operational losses linked to a prolonged power blackout. The electricity disruption is affecting households and commercial activities, with residents and business owners facing difficulties as they cope with the absence of reliable power supply.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Tinubu, Tunji-Ojo, Ojulari, 6 Governors Make Aljazirah 2025 Honours List
President Bola Tinubu, Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, House of Representatives Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and six state governors have been named on Aljazirah Nigeria’s 2025 honours list. The recognition highlights public figures selected for unspecified distinctions, according to Leadership News.
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Other · Leadership News ·
Boko Haram Kills Four In Fresh Adamawa Attack
Boko Haram militants have reportedly killed four people in a fresh attack in Adamawa State, highlighting continued insecurity linked to the insurgency in northeastern Nigeria. The headline does not provide further details about the victims, the location, the circumstances of the attack or any response from security agencies.
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World · Nigerian Tribune ·COP31: Why Nations must move from promises to action
The headline highlights the need for countries participating in COP31 to move beyond climate-related promises and implement concrete actions. It points to a focus on translating commitments into practical measures, although the headline does not specify the nations involved, the policies proposed, or the sectors affected.
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Education · Daily Trust ·FG, unity schools face-off
The Federal Government and Nigeria’s unity schools are reportedly involved in a face-off, indicating a dispute or disagreement between the authorities and the federally managed secondary school system.
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Business · BusinessDay ·Africa’s largest IPO opens with fierce demand
Africa’s largest initial public offering has opened to strong investor demand, indicating significant interest at the launch stage. The headline does not specify the company, market, offer size, or reasons behind the response, but highlights a notably competitive beginning for the share sale.
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Other · Leadership News ·
How I Escaped Plateau Bus Attack – Survivor
A survivor has recounted how they escaped a bus attack in Plateau State. The account focuses on the survivor’s experience during the incident and the circumstances that enabled their escape, while the headline provides no further details about the attackers, casualties, location, or timing.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·
Bauchi PRP gov’ship candidate submits self to security agencies over banditry allegations
The Bauchi State governorship candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party has submitted himself to security agencies over allegations linking him to banditry. The move suggests he is cooperating with authorities, although the headline does not provide details about the claims, agencies involved, or any outcome of the engagement.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Political Billboards: States Charge Hefty Rates, Target Millions In Revenue
States are imposing substantial charges on political billboards, with the fees expected to generate millions in revenue. The headline highlights the financial obligations facing political actors and campaigns seeking billboard visibility, while indicating that state authorities are targeting billboard-related income.
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Business · Leadership News ·
Digital Banking, Insecurity Force Closure Of 592 Bank Branches In 11 Years
A report by Leadership News says 592 bank branches have closed across Nigeria over the past 11 years, with the shift toward digital banking and insecurity identified as the main factors behind the closures. The development reflects changes in banking operations and challenges affecting physical branch access.
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Business · Leadership News ·
LEADERSHIP Award Significant Honour To Us – Chairman, Vento Furniture
The chairman of Vento Furniture has described a Leadership award received by the company as a significant honour. The recognition underscores the organisation’s appreciation of the award and its importance to the furniture business, although the headline does not specify the award category, ceremony or selection criteria.
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