1 hour ago Subscribers lament as MultiChoice raises DStv subscription by 21%

Pay-TV operator MultiChoice Nigeria has announced a 21 per cent increase in the subscription fee for its DStv Compact package, raising the price from N15,700 to N19,000, effective March 1, 2025. This latest adjustment follows a similar price hike in May 2024, which the company attributed to inflation and rising operational costs in Nigeria. The Read More

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6 h. ago 600 traffickers convicted, 20,000 victims rescued in 22 years – NAPTIP

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons has secured more than 600 convictions and rescued over 20,000 victims of human trafficking since its inception in 2003. The Zonal Commander of NAPTIP Benin Zonal Office, Ganiu Aganran, disclosed this on Monday in Benin during the opening of a two-day awareness workshop for law Read More

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6 h. ago Ijaw youths hail Tinubu for boosting oil production, economic growth

The Ijaw Youth Consultative Forum has commended President Bola Tinubu for the increased oil and gas production and improved security in the Niger Delta. The youths also praised the President for the economic growth in the Niger Delta and the increased investment in infrastructure and human capital development. In a statement on Monday, the President Read More

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7 h. ago Abducted Afenifere Youth Leader Pleads For N100m Ransom In Viral Video

Eniola Ojajuni, the National President of the Afenifere Youth Council, has made a desperate plea for help after being kidnapped by unknown gunmen. In a distressing video circulating on social media, Ojajuni is seen begging Nigerians to contribute towards the N100 million ransom demanded by his captors. “Nigerians, please help me! Your donation, N100,000, N50,000, […] The post Abducted Afenifere Youth Leader Pleads For N100m Ransom In Viral Video appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago VeryDarkMan Unveils Evidence Against Mercy Chinwo In Ongoing Lawsuit With Former Label Boss

VeryDarkMan, a controversial critic, has presented evidence against Mercy Chinwo amid her ongoing legal battle with her former label boss, Eezee Tee. This new development adds a complex layer to the case, with Mercy Chinwo accusing Eezee Tee of fraud and financial exploitation. The amount involved in the dispute is around $345,000, which Mercy Chinwo […] The post VeryDarkMan Unveils Evidence Against Mercy Chinwo In Ongoing Lawsuit With Former Label Boss appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Tinubu’s wife supports 1,000 women petty traders with N50m in Kaduna

Tribune Online Tinubu’s wife supports 1,000 women petty traders with N50m in Kaduna The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has given a grant of ₦50 million to the First Lady of Kaduna State, Hajiya Hafsat Uba Sani, to support 1,000 women petty traders in the state. Tinubu’s wife supports 1,000 women petty traders with N50m in Kaduna Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Bauchi: Reps member flags off distribution of Ramadan packages to constituents

Tribune Online Bauchi: Reps member flags off distribution of Ramadan packages to constituents Not fewer than 10,000 constituents of Toro Federal Constituency of Bauchi State have benefited from the distribution of Ramadan packages worth over ₦200 million by the Member representing the Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ismaila Haruna Dabo. The Member flagged off the distribution of the packages to the beneficiaries to alleviate the economic […] Bauchi: Reps member flags off distribution of Ramadan packages to constituents Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Apple to open AI server factory following $500bn US investment

Tribune Online Apple to open AI server factory following $500bn US investment Apple announced Monday its plan to establish a 250,000-square-foot factory in Texas by 2026, where it will manufacture artificial intelligence servers to support its AI-driven features. The move is part of a broader $500 billion investment in the United States over the next four years, which also includes job creation, supplier partnerships, and infrastructure expansion. […] Apple to open AI server factory following $500bn US investment Tribune Online

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16 h. ago NIPCO expands gas distribution in Ibadan, Benin, Lekki, industrial clusters

…Converts 15,000 vehicles to CNG compliant NIPCO Gas Ltd. has announced the expansion of its gas distribution network across key read more NIPCO expands gas distribution in Ibadan, Benin, Lekki, industrial clusters

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17 h. ago The Trump administration is firing 2,000 USAID workers, putting others on leave – AP

The Trump administration said Sunday that it was placing all but a fraction of staffers at the U.S. Agency for read more The Trump administration is firing 2,000 USAID workers, putting others on leave – AP

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19 h. ago Raedial Farms Limited Partners with a Leading Malaysian firm for the 100,000

A Game-Changing Partnership for Sustainable Growth Nigeria’s oil palm industry is on the brink of a major transformation, and Raedial read more Raedial Farms Limited Partners with a Leading Malaysian firm for the 100,000-hectare oil palm expansion

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21 h. ago At Kaduna Trade Fair: FMBN Recommits To Affordable Housing Delivery

The Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening housing finance and mortgage access to enhance affordable homeownership, reduce the existing housing deficit and contribute to the country’s Gross Domestic Product. The managing director/chief executive of the Bank, Shehu Usman Osidi, gave the assurance in a goodwill message conveyed by the […]

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21 h. ago Olam Group to sell 44.6% stake in agribusiness to Saudi fund for $2.35 billion

Singapore-listed Olam Group on Feb 24 said it will sell a 44.58 per cent stake in its agricultural products business read more Olam Group to sell 44.6% stake in agribusiness to Saudi fund for $2.35 billion

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21 h. ago “Over 11,000 Shops Closed, 40 Suspects Arrested For Selling Fake Drugs” – NAFDAC

National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, has said that over 11,000 shops have been sealed and 40 suspects arrested in its ongoing nationwide fight against substandard and counterfeit medicines. Addressing newsmen on Saturday, in Lagos State, Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, stated that the enforcement had been planned for over a […] The post “Over 11,000 Shops Closed, 40 Suspects Arrested For Selling Fake Drugs” – NAFDAC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago FG’s free trade zone taxes threatening $200bn investments –NACCIMA

•Says 600,000 jobs at risk By Chinelo Obogo The federal government’s move to impose taxes on Free Trade Zones (FTZs) has raised alarm among investors, with the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) cautioning that the policy could trigger an exodus of $200 billion in foreign investments and jeopardise over […] The post FG’s free trade zone taxes threatening $200bn investments –NACCIMA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Free trade zone: $200bn foreign investments may leave Nigeria, NACCIMA warns

Tribune Online Free trade zone: $200bn foreign investments may leave Nigeria, NACCIMA warns Over 600,000 jobs at risk AMID the Federal Government’s proposed tax reforms targeting tax imposition on Free Trade Zones (FTZs), the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has sounded the alarm, warning that the decision could drive away over $200 billion in Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) from the country and […] Free trade zone: $200bn foreign investments may leave Nigeria, NACCIMA warns Tribune Online

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26 h. ago Troops arrest 17 oil thieves, recover 25,000 stolen products

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, working closely with other security agencies have continued to dominate the operational landscape, with the arrest of 17 suspected oil thieves across the Niger Delta region (NDR). Acting Deputy Director, 6 Division Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Jonah Danjuma, said in several operations […] The post Troops arrest 17 oil thieves, recover 25,000 stolen products appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago USAID to lay off 2000 staff and put most others on administrative leave

Around 2,000 staff members at the US Agency for International Development (USAID) will lose their jobs by Monday morning, while read more USAID to lay off 2000 staff and put most others on administrative leave

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33 h. ago PETROAN lauds Tinubu’s ban on large fuel trucks, raises job loss concerns

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria has praised President Bola Tinubu for banning trucks carrying over 60,000 litres of hydrocarbon products, a move aimed at curbing tanker accidents and explosions. Effective March 1, 2025, the ban prohibits trucks exceeding 60,000 litres from loading at depots, while from Q4 2025, trucks carrying over Read More

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33 h. ago Army destroys 18 illegal refineries, arrests 17 in Niger Delta

The 6 Division, Nigerian Army has said its operatives have destroyed 18 illegal refining sites, ten boats used for the illicit activity, and arrested 17 suspects in the Niger Delta region. The Army further said no fewer than 25,000 litres of stolen products were recovered during a raid of selected spots in Rivers, Bayelsa and Read More

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