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Finance Ministry Faults 124% Debt Interest Claim, Says Revenue Growth Outpaces Costs
The Federal Ministry of Finance has faulted claims that the Federal Government spent 124 per cent of its revenue on interest payments in the first half of 2026, describing the interpretation…
World Bank targets $5.79bn private financing for Nigeria, projects…
The World Bank Group says it is helping to mobilise up to 5.79 billion dollars in private financing to accelerate Nigeria’s economic transformation, expand infrastructure and create…
Moscow Jamboree: If Russia Cannot Protect Itself, Why Must Africa Keep Coming to It?
By Oumarou Sanou
With barely a month to go before the Third Russia-Africa Summit, scheduled for 28–29 October in Moscow, African delegations face a question that has nothing to do with…
48 Hours of Grief: How Sickle Cell Took Twin Healthcare Professionals
What began as a medical crisis for one twin ended in an unimaginable double tragedy for a Yobe family, as two sisters—a medical doctor and a pharmacist—died just two days apart.
Dr…
Nigerian Army activates three new battalions in Zamfara
The Nigerian Army has operationalised three new Infantry Battalions in Zamfara State as part of efforts to strengthen security operations and enhance rapid response to emerging threats…
Why Sanusi Is Questioning Nigeria’s Anti-Corruption Fight After El-Rufai Detention
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has questioned the consistency of Nigeria’s anti-corruption campaign, citing the legal proceedings involving former Kaduna State Governor Nasir…
Troops foil IPOB/ESN ambush, IED attacks during offensive operation in Enugu
By: Zagazola Makama
Joint troops of Sector 1, comprising personnel from 82 Division Garrison, 103 Battalion (Rear), 197 Special Forces Battalion, 15 Brigade and Nigerian Navy Special Boat…
Delta Joint Security Operation Nabs 9 Suspected Drug Traffickers
Troops of the 90 Amphibious Battalion, in collaboration with operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), have arrested nine suspected drug peddlers in Sapele…
Nigerian Laws to Be Translated Into Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba by National Assembly
The National Assembly is set to translate Nigerian laws into major indigenous languages, including Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba, in a move aimed at making legislation more accessible and…
CBN Urges Nigerians to Handle Naira With Pride, Dignity
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has urged Nigerians, particularly traders and other frequent cash handlers, to treat the naira with care, pride and dignity to prolong the lifespan of…