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Wabara Praises Otti Over Transformation of Aba’s Ariaria Market Economy, Abia

Wabara Praises Otti Over Transformation of Aba’s Ariaria Market

Former Senate President Adolphus Wabara says the ongoing remodelling of Ariaria International Market reflects serious efforts to restore Aba’s commercial …

1 mins read 15 views
May 27, 2026
Dangote Explains Why He Abandoned Arsenal Takeover Bid Economy, Sports

Dangote Explains Why He Abandoned Arsenal Takeover Bid

Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, says he shelved plans to buy Arsenal in order to focus on completing his $20 …

2 mins read 32 views
May 14, 2026
Abia Police, NIPR Deepen Collaboration on Community Policing and Public Safety Economy, Technology, Finance, Sports, Politics, Entertainment, Business, Opinion & Interviews, Nigeria, International, Education, Celebrity, Health

Abia Police, NIPR Deepen Collaboration on Community Policing and Public Safety

The Abia State Police Command has reiterated its commitment to stronger community engagement and stakeholder collaboration following a courtesy visit …

1 mins read 51 views
May 14, 2026
FG Nears Approval for $1.25bn World Bank Loan Amid Rising Debt Concerns Economy, Nigeria

FG Nears Approval for $1.25bn World Bank Loan Amid Rising Debt Concerns

The Federal Government is in advanced talks with the World Bank over a proposed $1.25bn loan aimed at supporting economic …

4 mins read 54 views
May 12, 2026
Why Tough Procurement Laws Have Failed to End Corruption in Nigeria Economy, Nigeria, Politics

Why Tough Procurement Laws Have Failed to End Corruption in Nigeria

Despite having strong procurement laws and oversight agencies, Nigeria continues to struggle with corruption in public spending due to weak …

2 mins read 53 views
May 12, 2026
‘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 …

2 mins read 46 views
May 02, 2026
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 …

3 mins read 44 views
Apr 28, 2026
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 …

2 mins read 61 views
Apr 20, 2026
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.

1 mins read 61 views
Apr 19, 2026
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 …

1 mins read 60 views
Apr 16, 2026
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 …

2 mins read 57 views
Apr 16, 2026
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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Apr 09, 2026