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Yishawu's 50% Discount Food Market Eases Lagos Burden

Lagos lawmaker Gbolahan Yishawu launches a 50% discount food market in Eti-Osa, providing subsidized staples to over 10,000 residents for Christmas. Read how this initiative is easing economic pressure.

Visa Scam: Cameroonian Woman Loses N2m in Ogun

A Cameroonian woman was defrauded of over N2 million in a visa scam in Ibafo, Ogun State. Swift police action led by the DPO ensured her welfare and safe return. Read how the incident unfolded.

UAE invests $6bn in Africa's tourism sector

The UAE announces a massive $6 billion investment plan for African tourism development, targeting aviation, infrastructure, and digital projects. Learn how this partnership aims to create thousands of jobs.

Burkina Faso Releases 11 Nigerian Air Force Personnel

Burkina Faso has released 11 detained Nigerian Air Force pilots and crew. The release followed high-level diplomatic talks led by Nigeria's Foreign Minister, Yusuf Tuggar. Read the full details of the resolution.

Naira Rate Gap Widens as Dollar Demand Rises

The exchange rate gap between Nigeria's official and parallel markets widened to N25 as the naira depreciated. Discover the causes and CBN's response to the seasonal dollar demand surge.

ISPs Seek Policy Help for Underserved Areas

Internet providers urge government intervention to expand services to unserved regions. High costs and infrastructure vandalism threaten growth despite rising demand for broadband.

Tinubu's ADC Promotion Stopped After Backlash

The planned promotion of President Tinubu's ADC, Nurudeen Yusuf, to Brigadier-General was halted following public criticism and intervention by retired generals. Read the full details.

FG Launches Onion Aid for 600 Sokoto Farmers

The Federal Government, through NADF, has launched an Onion Intervention Programme in Sokoto State to support 600 farmers hit by flooding and climate challenges, aiming to boost food security.

Nigeria Condemns Coup Attempt in Benin Republic

Nigeria's government condemns the attempted coup in Benin, calls for calm, and reaffirms commitment to regional stability and democratic governance. Read the full statement.

Senate Pushes for Structured Social Welfare to Reduce Poverty

The Nigerian Senate has advanced a bill to create a National Social Welfare Service, aiming to coordinate poverty alleviation programmes. The data-driven agency would manage cash transfers, food aid, and stipends. Read more on this crucial legislative ste

South Africa to Sit Out 2026 G20 After US Ban

South Africa announces it will not participate in the 2026 G20 meetings after the US barred its inclusion. Get the full details on this diplomatic standoff and its implications for multilateralism.

Food Bank Targets 40m Nigerians in Hunger Intervention

MATAN Food Bank launches an automated digital initiative to provide direct food access for over 40 million Nigerians, backed by the House of Representatives. Read how this plan tackles the nation's food crisis.

Lawmaker Offsets Fees for 1,400 Osun Students

Rep. Wole Oke covers school fees for 1,400 students in Osun technical colleges, a major boost for vocational education and a lifeline for families amid economic hardship. Read more.

Jonathan Returns Safely After Guinea-Bissau Coup

Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has safely returned to Abuja after being trapped in Guinea-Bissau during a military coup. Read the full details of his dramatic escape and Nigeria's response.

Nigeria condemns Guinea-Bissau military coup

Nigeria strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, demands immediate restoration of constitutional order and warns of regional consequences. Read Nigeria's full response.

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