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Technology · BusinessDay ·NIMC rolls out consent-based NIN verification amid data security concerns
The National Identity Management Commission has introduced a consent-based process for verifying National Identification Numbers, a move linked to growing concerns about the security and handling of citizens’ personal data. The measure is intended to ensure that NIN verification occurs with the individual’s authorisation.
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Technology · BusinessDay ·Nigeria’s new digital postcode targets N80bn delivery losses, tightens bank KYC
Nigeria is introducing a digital postcode system intended to reduce annual delivery losses estimated at N80 billion. The initiative is also expected to strengthen customer address verification and compliance checks by banks, potentially improving identification and KYC processes across financial services.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Online harm: FG urged to infuse digital, information literacy into school curriculum
The Federal Government has been urged to incorporate digital and information literacy into Nigeria’s school curriculum to help students identify, assess and respond to online harm. The proposal highlights education as a means of improving young people’s ability to navigate digital platforms safely and responsibly.
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Business · Premium Times ·Access Bank Kenya’s assets, liabilities to be transferred to National Bank of Kenya
Access Bank Kenya’s assets and liabilities are set to be transferred to the National Bank of Kenya. The headline indicates a significant change involving the Kenyan operations of Access Bank, but provides no further details on the timing, terms or regulatory conditions of the proposed transfer.
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Business · Nigerian Tribune ·Osun: Mini bus drivers hike fare, protest fuel price
Mini bus drivers in Osun State have increased transport fares, citing rising fuel prices. The drivers also staged a protest over the cost of petrol, highlighting the effect of higher fuel expenses on public transportation and commuters in the state.
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Technology · Channels TV ·Viral Video: NIMC Denies NIN Data Breach Claim
The National Identity Management Commission has rejected a claim circulating in a viral video that Nigerians’ National Identification Number data was breached. The report focuses on the commission’s denial of the alleged security incident and the online material prompting the response.
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Politics · Daily Post ·We encouraged voting for Obi to reduce Atiku’s votes – Wike on G5 strategy
Nyesom Wike said the G5 strategy involved encouraging supporters to vote for Peter Obi in order to reduce Atiku Abubakar’s votes. The statement explains the group’s electoral approach and its intended impact on the presidential contest.
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Business · Premium Times ·Tinubu says $12m Abuja entrepreneurship centre will support MSMEs
President Bola Tinubu said a $12 million entrepreneurship centre in Abuja will support micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. The initiative is expected to provide a platform for strengthening entrepreneurship and assisting MSMEs, though the headline does not specify the centre’s operators, funding structure, timeline or detailed services.
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Business · BusinessDay ·Mbah flags-off Enugu Air’s maiden Int’l flight to Douala, Cameroon
Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has flagged off Enugu Air’s maiden international flight from Enugu to Douala, Cameroon. The development marks the airline’s entry into international operations and establishes a new air connection between southeastern Nigeria and Cameroon.
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Politics · The Punch ·Evening recap: Wike rejects rigging claims, EFCC declares Maina wanted again, other top stories
The evening roundup highlights Rivers-related political developments, including Nyesom Wike’s rejection of allegations that elections were rigged. It also reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has again declared former pension boss Abdulrasheed Maina wanted, alongside other major stories covered during the day.
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Other · PM News ·
EFCC declares ex-pension boss Abdulrasheed Maina wanted again
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has again declared former pension boss Abdulrasheed Maina wanted. The development indicates that the anti-corruption agency is renewing efforts to locate him, though the headline does not provide details on the allegations, circumstances surrounding the declaration or any response from Maina.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·FCSC boss engages JAMB, reaffirms commitment to credible promotion exams
The Federal Civil Service Commission boss has engaged with the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board on matters related to promotion examinations. The engagement reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to conducting credible and trustworthy examinations for civil servants seeking promotion.
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Other · Daily Post ·Police arrest nine over alleged theft of 33 motorcycles, nine killings in Jigawa
Police in Jigawa State have arrested nine suspects in connection with allegations involving the theft of 33 motorcycles and the killings of nine people. The arrests form part of an investigation into the reported crimes, while further details about the suspects, victims and circumstances were not provided in the headline.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·JAMB: Step-by-step guide to changing registered phone number, email
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has provided a step-by-step guide for candidates who need to change the phone number or email address registered with their profiles. The guidance outlines the process for updating either contact detail, helping applicants maintain accurate information for communication and examination-related services.
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Business · Nigerian Tribune ·FG moves to cap rent at 40% of workers’ income
The Federal Government is taking steps to limit rent payments to 40 per cent of workers’ income. The proposed measure is intended to address housing affordability and reduce the financial burden of rent on employees, although the headline provides no further details on implementation, coverage or timing.
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Education · Daily Post ·NCCE charges South-East teachers training colleges on quality, dual mandate implementation
The National Commission for Colleges of Education has urged teacher-training institutions in Nigeria’s South-East to prioritise quality and properly implement their dual mandate. The call focuses on strengthening standards and ensuring the colleges fulfil both aspects of their responsibilities in teacher education and related training.
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Sports · Vanguard ·To make money for ‘generations of my family’— Reijnders explains Saudi move
Reijnders has explained that his decision to move to Saudi Arabia is driven largely by the opportunity to earn enough money to provide long-term financial security for future generations of his family.
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World · Daily Post ·Iran will never bend – Pezeshkian tells Trump
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has told US President Donald Trump that Iran will not submit or compromise under pressure. The statement signals continued defiance by Tehran in its dealings with Washington, though the headline does not provide further details about the dispute or the specific demands involved.
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Politics · The Punch ·
CCB probes assets of 20 ministers, 30 perm secs — Chairman
The Chairman of Nigeria’s Code of Conduct Bureau says the agency is investigating the assets declared by 20 ministers and 30 permanent secretaries. The headline indicates an ongoing probe but provides no further details about the officials involved, the reasons for the reviews, or any findings from the process.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·ECOWAS Parliament urges coordinated action to curb farmer-herder conflicts
The ECOWAS Parliament has called for coordinated regional action to address recurring conflicts between farmers and herders. The appeal highlights the need for member states to work together on measures aimed at reducing tensions and preventing further clashes linked to competing access to land and related resources.
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