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Politics · ThisDay ·
ECOWAS Court Turns to Media as Enforcement Gap Threatens Impact of Regional Justice
The ECOWAS Court is increasingly relying on media coverage to raise awareness of its rulings as weak enforcement mechanisms limit the practical impact of regional justice. The development highlights challenges facing the court in ensuring that judgments are implemented across member states and reach affected citizens.
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Business · ThisDay ·
Desperados Expands Experiential Footprint with Roadblock in Port Harcourt Activation
Desperados has expanded its experiential marketing activities with a Roadblock activation in Port Harcourt. The initiative highlights the brand’s efforts to deepen consumer engagement through in-person experiences, although the headline does not provide further details about the event’s timing, scale or specific activities.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
CNA: Other Constitution Bills Await NASS Passage Before Sending to State Assemblies
The Constitution Needs Amendment says additional constitutional amendment bills must first be passed by the National Assembly before being transmitted to Nigeria’s state Houses of Assembly for consideration. The development concerns the legislative process required to advance pending proposals for constitutional changes.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Bago: NSCDC Officials Are Unprofessional
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has criticised officials of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps for what he described as unprofessional conduct. The headline indicates that the governor raised concerns about the behaviour or performance of NSCDC personnel, but provides no further details about the incident, context or specific actions involved.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Ogun Monarch, Residents Seek Establishment of Customs Training School in Domain
A monarch and residents in Ogun State are calling for the establishment of a Customs training school within their domain. The appeal seeks to bring the institution to the community, though the headline does not specify the location, reasons for the request, or the authorities involved.
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Sports · ThisDay ·
NUJ Flags Off Annual Soccer Competition in Abuja
The Nigeria Union of Journalists has commenced its annual soccer competition in Abuja. The event brings together participating journalists or NUJ members for a football tournament, highlighting the union’s recurring sporting programme in the Federal Capital Territory.
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Other · ThisDay ·
2,471 Cross River Communities at Risk as NiHSA Warns 15 States of Floods
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency has warned 15 states about potential flooding, placing 2,471 communities in Cross River State at risk. The alert highlights the scale of possible exposure and signals the need for affected authorities and residents to monitor conditions and prepare for flooding.
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Business · Nigerian Tribune ·
NMDPRA threatens fuel stations with licence revocation over under-dispensing
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority has warned fuel station operators that their licences could be revoked if they are found under-dispensing petroleum products. The threat signals tighter enforcement of dispensing standards and potential regulatory action against stations that fail to provide customers with the quantities paid for.
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Other · ThisDay ·
Coastal Highway: Umahi Decries Vandalism, 105km Pavement Set for Completion
Works Minister David Umahi has raised concerns about vandalism affecting the Coastal Highway project, while indicating that a 105-kilometre section of pavement is scheduled for completion. The update highlights both ongoing construction progress and security or infrastructure protection challenges facing the project.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
APC Writes Court Registrar, Kick Against Substituted Service for Tinubu Over Eligibility Suit
The All Progressives Congress has written the court registrar to oppose the use of substituted service to notify President Bola Tinubu in a suit challenging his eligibility. The party’s action concerns how legal documents should be served in the ongoing case.
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Business · ThisDay ·
Donald Duke: Nigeria’s Population Tripled Without Economic Expansion Since Shagari Era
Former Cross River State governor Donald Duke said Nigeria’s population has tripled since the era of President Shehu Shagari without a corresponding expansion of the economy. His remarks highlight the gap between demographic growth and economic development over the period.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Tinubu Seeks African Unity to Protect Continent’s Mineral Wealth
President Bola Tinubu has called for greater unity among African countries to safeguard the continent’s mineral resources. His appeal highlights the need for collective action and cooperation in managing Africa’s mineral wealth and protecting its interests.
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Other · ThisDay ·
NAHCON Insists on N250m Bank Statement from Hajj Tour Operators
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has maintained its requirement that Hajj tour operators provide a bank statement showing N250 million. The directive concerns financial documentation for operators involved in organising pilgrimage services, with the commission standing by the stipulated threshold.
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Business · ThisDay ·
EFInA: Financial Inclusion Hits 79%, Digital Finance Drives Access
EFInA reports that financial inclusion in Nigeria has reached 79%, indicating that a large majority of people now have access to formal financial services. The organisation attributes the progress primarily to the expansion of digital finance, highlighting technology’s role in widening access to banking and related financial products.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
2027 Election: Tinubu, Uzodimma Urge Police to Remain Impartial
President Bola Tinubu and Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma have called on the Nigeria Police Force to maintain neutrality ahead of the 2027 general election. Their appeal centres on ensuring that police officers act impartially and professionally during the electoral process, without favouring any political party or candidate.
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Technology · ThisDay ·
OPay: Turning Technology into Social Value for Nigerians
The piece examines how OPay is applying technology to create social value for Nigerians. It likely focuses on the company’s role in using digital financial services or related innovations to address everyday needs, expand access, and support inclusion, while highlighting the broader social impact of technology in Nigeria.
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Business · ThisDay ·
UNDP, SMEDAN, Korean Agency Partner to Transform Nigeria’s Entrepreneurship Ecosystem
The United Nations Development Programme, the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria, and a Korean development agency are collaborating to strengthen Nigeria’s entrepreneurship ecosystem. The partnership is focused on supporting enterprise development and improving opportunities for entrepreneurs, though the headline does not provide details on its specific programmes, funding, or implementation timeline.
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Business · ThisDay ·
FAAN: Nigeria’s Aviation Market Hits 18.8m Passengers as Airline Capacity Surges 37.4%
Nigeria’s aviation market recorded 18.8 million passengers, according to the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria. The figure coincided with a 37.4% increase in airline capacity, indicating expanded passenger-handling activity and greater seat availability across the country’s air transport sector.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
2027: Makinde Meets North-west Stakeholders in Katsina, Canvasses Removal of Mining from the Exclusive List
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde met North-west stakeholders in Katsina as part of discussions linked to the 2027 political landscape. He also advocated removing mining from Nigeria’s Exclusive Legislative List, a change that would potentially give states greater authority over the sector.
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Sports · The Punch ·
Rivers Hoopers reclaim NPBL title
Rivers Hoopers have won back the Nigerian Premier Basketball League title, regaining the championship after previously holding it. The result confirms the team’s return to the top of Nigeria’s domestic basketball competition.