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Politics · ThisDay ·NIA Honours Past Leaders with Service Recognition Awards
The National Intelligence Agency has presented service recognition awards to its former leaders to honor their contributions to the organization. This ceremony highlights the agency's commitment to acknowledging past leadership and maintaining institutional heritage within Nigeria's security architecture as part of its official internal commemorative activities.
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Sports · ThisDay ·
Amusan Headlines Nigeria’s 45-man Team to CAA Athletics Championships
Nigeria has named a 45-member squad for the upcoming Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) Championships, with world record holder Tobi Amusan leading the delegation. The selected athletes will represent the country across various track and field disciplines during the continental event as Nigeria seeks to secure medals in the competition.
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Politics · The Punch ·Senate reverses principal offices rule as Oshiomhole slams Akpabio
The Nigerian Senate has amended its standing rules concerning the appointment of principal officers within the upper legislative chamber. This development occurred amid a public disagreement between Senator Adams Oshiomhole and Senate President Godswill Akpabio regarding the leadership selection process and the chamber's internal governance protocols.
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Sports · ThisDay ·
Excitement as CAF Admits Nigeria Back into CAF A Coaching Convention
The Confederation of African Football has readmitted Nigeria into the CAF A Coaching Convention. This development allows the country to resume high-level coaching certification programmes and aligns Nigerian football standards with continental requirements. The move is expected to enhance the professional quality of coaches within the domestic league and national teams.
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Sports · ThisDay ·
Curtain Falls on NNL Super 4 as Two Lagos Clubs Battle for Crown
The Nigeria National League Super 4 tournament concludes as two Lagos-based football clubs compete in the final match for the championship title. This concluding fixture marks the end of the competition, which serves to determine the overall winner of the second-tier Nigerian football league for the current season.
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Sports · ThisDay ·
NPFL Warns Clubs on Penalty for Fixture Disruption
The Nigeria Premier Football League has issued a formal warning to participating clubs regarding potential sanctions for disrupting scheduled matches. This directive aims to maintain the integrity of the league calendar and ensure that all fixtures proceed according to the official timetable, with strict penalties mandated for any unauthorized interference.
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Business · The Punch ·
How subsidy removal is reshaping infrastructure, state finances under Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu’s removal of fuel subsidies has led to significant changes in Nigeria’s fiscal landscape. The policy shift is reportedly driving increased revenue allocations to state governments, enabling new investments in infrastructure and altering the financial management strategies of sub-national entities across the country.
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Business · The Punch ·
88,000 farmers to get agric inputs in Nasarawa, Niger, others
Approximately 88,000 farmers across Nasarawa, Niger, and other states are scheduled to receive essential agricultural inputs. This initiative aims to support farming activities and enhance food production within the affected regions by providing necessary materials to local agricultural workers to boost productivity.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Gombe APC gov consensus candidate pledges inclusive governance
The All Progressives Congress consensus candidate for the governorship position in Gombe State has committed to implementing an inclusive style of leadership if elected. This pledge aims to ensure that all segments of the state are represented and considered within the administration's decision-making processes and developmental initiatives.
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Business · The Punch ·
Recapitalisation to boost real sector lending — FSDH MD
The Managing Director of FSDH Merchant Bank has indicated that the ongoing recapitalisation exercise in the Nigerian banking industry is expected to enhance credit facilities to the real sector. This capital injection aims to strengthen the financial capacity of banks, allowing for increased support to critical areas like manufacturing and agriculture.
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Business · The Punch ·
NCRIB urges insurance brokers to tap infrastructure growth
The Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers has encouraged its members to explore emerging opportunities within the country's expanding infrastructure sector. This initiative aims to increase the participation of brokers in large-scale projects, potentially boosting revenue and strengthening the insurance industry's contribution to national economic development through strategic risk management.
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World · The Punch ·
Sickening xenophobic violence in S’Africa
South Africa is currently experiencing a wave of xenophobic violence directed at foreign residents. The situation has led to increased tensions and calls for government intervention to restore order. These developments continue to impact regional stability and the safety of non-nationals living within the country's borders.
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Business · The Punch ·
Shareholder rewards central to Access Holdings strategy — GMD
Access Holdings has emphasized its commitment to prioritizing shareholder returns as a fundamental component of its long-term corporate strategy. The Group Managing Director indicated that the financial institution remains focused on delivering value and consistent rewards to its investors while pursuing sustainable growth within the competitive Nigerian financial services sector.
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Education · The Punch ·
Provosts canvass skills acquisition, education reforms
Education provosts in Nigeria are advocating for significant reforms within the sector, focusing on the integration of skills acquisition into the curriculum. This call aims to better equip students for the workforce and address current educational challenges facing the nation.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Nasarawa gov: APC adopts direct primaries as consensus fails
The All Progressives Congress in Nasarawa State has transitioned to a direct primary system for selecting its candidates after failing to reach a consensus. Governor Abdullahi Sule confirmed the shift, which allows party members to vote directly for their preferred aspirants ahead of the upcoming elections.
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Business · The Punch ·
Bauchi leverages PPP to boost livestock value chain
Bauchi State is employing public-private partnerships to strengthen its livestock value chain and stimulate economic development. By collaborating with private investors, the state government aims to modernize animal husbandry practices and improve the processing and distribution of livestock products to benefit local farmers and industry stakeholders.
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Business · The Punch ·
Financial Trust celebrates 50 years
Financial Trust is marking its 50th anniversary of operations in Nigeria. The milestone signifies half a century of the company’s presence in the financial services sector. The celebration highlights the firm's historical development and its long-standing commitment to providing financial services within the domestic market since its inception.
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Business · The Punch ·
Iran cuts oil output as storage nears capacity
Iran has decreased its petroleum production as its storage facilities approach maximum capacity. This reduction in output serves as a measure to manage the lack of available space for surplus crude oil. The move highlights operational constraints regarding the storage and distribution of energy resources within the country.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Kwara aspirant supports slain forest guards’ families with N1m
A political aspirant in Kwara State has donated one million naira to the families of forest guards who were killed in the line of duty. This financial support aims to provide relief to the bereaved families following the death of their relatives while they were protecting the state's forest reserves.
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Business · The Punch ·
FG issues licences for 720,000MT petrol import
The Federal Government has issued licenses for the importation of 720,000 metric tonnes of petrol into the country. This regulatory approval aims to enhance national fuel reserves and ensure a steady supply of petroleum products across various regions. The initiative involves authorized marketers who will manage the logistics of bringing the cargo into the Nigerian market.
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