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‘It’s false’ – Dangote denies alleged rift with Tony Elumelu
Economy, Business

‘It’s false’ – Dangote denies alleged rift with Tony Elumelu

The Dangote Group has dismissed reports alleging a fallout between its President, Aliko Dangote, and UBA Chairman Tony Elumelu, describing …

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Tinubu Tasks New Envoys to Improve Nigeria’s Image, Drive Foreign Investment
Economy, Nigeria

Tinubu Tasks New Envoys to Improve Nigeria’s Image, Drive Foreign Investment

President Bola Tinubu has urged newly appointed ambassadors and high commissioners to project a better image of Nigeria abroad while …

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Otti Cuts Abia Debt by N141bn, Reduces Burden to N48bn in Three Years
Economy, Abia

Otti Cuts Abia Debt by N141bn, Reduces Burden to N48bn in Three Years

Abia State Governor Alex Otti has slashed the state’s inherited debt from N191bn to about N48bn, marking a major shift …

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Fuel Price Hike Driven by Global Factors, Not Tinubu — APC Chieftain
Economy, Nigeria, Politics

Fuel Price Hike Driven by Global Factors, Not Tinubu — APC Chieftain

APC leader Soni Abang says rising fuel prices are influenced by global economic conditions, defending President Tinubu’s policies.

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Customs Steps Up Excise Enforcement, Eyes N400bn Revenue Target for 2026
Economy, Nigeria

Customs Steps Up Excise Enforcement, Eyes N400bn Revenue Target for 2026

The Nigeria Customs Service is ramping up excise compliance efforts as it works towards achieving a N400 billion revenue target …

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Amukpe–Escravos Pipeline Value Surge Reshapes Nigeria’s Oil, Gas Outlook
Economy, Nigeria

Amukpe–Escravos Pipeline Value Surge Reshapes Nigeria’s Oil, Gas Outlook

A sharp rise in the estimated value of the Amukpe–Escravos Pipeline is drawing attention to its growing strategic importance and …

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World Bank Flags Fiscal Risks in Nigeria’s ₦4tn Power Bond Programme
Economy, Nigeria

World Bank Flags Fiscal Risks in Nigeria’s ₦4tn Power Bond Programme

The World Bank has cautioned that Nigeria’s ₦4tn power sector bond programme could deepen fiscal risks, as it effectively converts …

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Naira Holds Steady Between N1,340 and N1,430 in Q1, CPPE Eyes Risks in Q2
Economy, Finance

Naira Holds Steady Between N1,340 and N1,430 in Q1, CPPE Eyes Risks in Q2

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprises says the naira remained relatively stable against the dollar in the first …

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