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2027: Obi Urges Presidential Candidates To Face Nigerians, Account For Their Records
Peter Obi has called on presidential candidates ahead of the 2027 election to engage Nigerians directly and explain their records, policies and plans for the country. NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi. Peter Obi has challenged all presidential candidates ahead of the 2027 election to present their credentials, defend their records and subject their plans for…
UBTH Inaugurates South-South’s First Teaching Hospital Drug Testing Centre
The University of Benin Teaching Hospital has commissioned a Drug Testing Centre in Benin City, Edo State, described as the first of its kind in a teaching hospital in the South-South geopolitical zone, as part of a broader push to strengthen early detection and management of substance abuse. The facility was unveiled during the hospital’s…
DR Congo Ebola Outbreak ‘Growing Exponentially’ — UN
The Ebola outbreak raging in the Democratic Republic of Congo is growing “exponentially”, the United Nations’ senior Ebola coordinator warned Friday. The Ebola outbreak is already the biggest in the country’s history, having killed more than 2,300 people from more than 5,000 cases, according to the African Union health agency. The virus eruption is “growing…
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[JUST IN] Bitcoin Jumps Over 5% For Third Day On US Crypto Policy Hopes
Bitcoin surged more than five percent Friday for the third straight day, boosted by optimism over US cryptocurrency legislation and the US Treasury’s surprise bond-buyback move. Bitcoin extended its rally into a third straight session on Friday, on track for a weekly gain of around 20% as investor optimism flooded back into crypto markets on…
Arsenal Embrace Pressure as Premier League Champions Begin Title Defence
Arsenal return to Premier League action against Coventry on Friday, with Mikel Arteta welcoming the pressure of being the team to beat as the champions target another league title. Arsenal’s Norwegian midfielder #08 Martin Odegaard (2R) celebrates with teammates after scoring their third goal during the English FA Community Shield football match between Arsenal and…
Atiku, Presidency Clash Over Fuel Subsidy as 2027 Campaign Kicks Off
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s proposal for a targeted production subsidy has reignited the fuel subsidy debate, with the Presidency rejecting the plan as retrogressive and warning against a return to costly subsidy policies. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar • I’ll not resurrect old fuel subsidy, says Atiku in plans to cut petrol price• Presidency,…
FG Moves to Revive Delta Steel With $1.3bn Investment
The Federal Government has signed an agreement with Premium Steel and Mines Limited to rehabilitate and modernise the long-shut Delta Steel Company, with the owners committing more than $1.3 billion and targeting a return to commercial production within 18 to 24 months. CAPTIONS: The Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu (centre), flanked by…
Adeleke Meets Tinubu After Winning Second Term In Osun
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has met with President Bola Tinubu following his re-election, days after the President congratulated him and said the result reflected the will of the people. President Bola Tinubu receives re-elected Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on August 20, 2026 Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun…
PwC Forecasts 4.2% Growth For Nigeria’s Economy In H2 2026
PwC has projected that Nigeria’s economy will expand by 4.2% in the second half of 2026, reflecting expectations of stronger economic activity during the period. Nigeria’s economy is projected to grow by 4.2 per cent in the second half of 2026, supported by higher crude oil production and continued expansion in key sectors, even as…
Presidency Backs Nigeria’s Hosting Of Global Public Relations Conference
The Presidency has pledged support for Nigeria’s hosting of the World Public Relations Conference, which is expected to attract about 3,000 delegates from 126 member countries under the theme, “Deepening Responsible Communications.” Photo of President Bola Tinubu. Credit: Bayo Onanuga The Presidency on Wednesday affirmed its readiness to support the forthcoming Global Alliance World Public…
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