61 m. ago WAES 2025: Leaders call for regional coordination, fair trade, local production to unlock benefits of AfCFTA

Tribune Online WAES 2025: Leaders call for regional coordination, fair trade, local production to unlock benefits of AfCFTA POLICYMAKERS and private sector leaders at the West Africa Business Summit (WAES 2025) have called for stronger coordination, practical reforms, and production-focused policies to unlock the full benefits of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Among several strategic conversations held during the summit, one of the key panel sessions, titled “Overcoming Barriers to Harnessing […] WAES 2025: Leaders call for regional coordination, fair trade, local production to unlock benefits of AfCFTA Tribune Online

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90 m. ago Keystone Bank Addresses Challenges Facing SMEs In Kaduna, Others

A nationwide SME Business Clinic, held in celebration of the United Nations’ World Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Day 2025, has provided vital support to entrepreneurs in 10 major Nigerian cities throughout June. Themed “Empowering SMEs for Growth and Sustainability,” the initiative focused on equipping small and medium-sized enterprises with the skills and resources needed […]

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95 m. ago BAT Nigeria Demonstrates Resilience, Commits To Local Impact

British American Tobacco (BAT) Nigeria has shown its ability to sustain growth and drive local impact despite economic challenges. The external affairs director, BAT West and Central Africa, Odiri Erewa-Meggison, stated this at the 2025 BUSINESSDAY Manufacturing Conference themed, “Unlocking Nigeria’s Manufacturing Potential: Strategies for Sustainable Growth Amidst Economic Turbulence.” Erewa-Meggison offered insights into BAT’s […]

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1 hour ago Nigeria’s Household Debt Rises To $38.7bn In Q1, Highest In 20 Years

Household debt in Nigeria has risen to $38.7 billion at the end of the first quarter of 2025, The latest figure is the highest level since 2005 when it was $4.6 billion. The figure however increased by 4.6 per cent compared to $37 billion in the first quarter of 2024, according to the Global Debt […]

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2 h. ago Netherlands Renegotiates Double Taxation Agreement With Nigeria

The Kingdom of the Netherlands has formally commenced talks with the Federal Government of Nigeria to renegotiate their existing Double Taxation Agreement (DTA), becoming the first foreign partner to initiate such discussions following Nigeria’s recent tax reforms. The renegotiation process was flagged off on Monday at the Revenue House in Abuja, where the chairman of […]

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5 h. ago Speed up constitution review, Conference of speakers urges NASS

• Senate passes 3 concurrence bills from House of Reps The Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria (CSSLN) has called on the National Assembly to fast-track the ongoing constitution review process. Speaking at the 2025 National Assembly open week in Abuja, yesterday, Adebo Ogundoyin, CSSLN chairman, said timely conclusion of the process would […] The post Speed up constitution review, Conference of speakers urges NASS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago DMO unveils July FGN savings Bond as CBN offers N250bn in Treasury Bills

Tribune Online DMO unveils July FGN savings Bond as CBN offers N250bn in Treasury Bills IN a bid to attract retail investors and deepen domestic participation in government securities, the Debt Management Office (DMO) has announced the July 2025 issuance of the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) Savings Bond. The offering includes a 2-Year bond maturing on July 16, 2027, with an attractive annual interest rate of 15.762 percent, and […] DMO unveils July FGN savings Bond as CBN offers N250bn in Treasury Bills Tribune Online

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6 h. ago NECO announces 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination results

The National Examinations Council (NECO) has announced the release of the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) results. Azeez Sani, read more NECO announces 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination results

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6 h. ago Former Real Madrid Coach, Ancelotti Bags Jail Term For Tax Evasion

Former Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has been handed a one-year prison sentence for tax fraud. The current Brazil national team manager failed to pay tax on image rights revenues in 2014, when the Italian was at the Spanish side, according to a statement. Ancelotti was at Real Madrid for two stints, first from 2013 […] The post Former Real Madrid Coach, Ancelotti Bags Jail Term For Tax Evasion appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago FIFA CWC: PSG Humiliate Real Madrid To Set Up Final Clash With Chelsea

Paris Saint-Germain produced a stunning 4-0 thrashing of LaLiga giants, Real Madrid to set up a Club World Cup final against winners of UEFA Conference League, Chelsea. Luis Enrique’s side delivered another performance which gives them the chance to conclude an incredible season with a world title at New York’s MetLife Stadium on Sunday. The […] The post FIFA CWC: PSG Humiliate Real Madrid To Set Up Final Clash With Chelsea appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Kenneth Okonkwo Backs Atiku, Says Tinubu Will Win In 2027 If Coalition Present Peter Obi

Former spokesperson for Peter Obi has insisted that President Bola Tinubu will retain power in 2027 if African Democratic Congress present a southern candidate as its presidential flag bearer. The veteran Nollywood actor noted that the ADC should present a northern political heavyweight like ex-vice president Atiku Abubakar, Nasir El-Rufai, Aminu Tambuwal, among others. Speaking during […] The post Kenneth Okonkwo Backs Atiku, Says Tinubu Will Win In 2027 If Coalition Present Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Constitution Review and National Assembly’s moves to secure state

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja As the National Assembly moves closer to concluding its latest constitution review exercise, it has announced plans to transmit the final report of proposed amendments to the 36 state Houses of Assembly before December 2025. This timeline aligns with the legislature’s internal schedule for concluding public hearings, collating recommendations, and securing […] The post Constitution Review and National Assembly’s moves to secure state-level approval appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Stakeholders seek united front for sustainable industrialisation

By Merit Ibe      Stakeholders in the sustainability and environmental, social and governance (ESG) sector have  highlighted the importance of ESG-aligned infrastructure and stakeholder collaboration to achieve climate-smart industrial development in Africa. In the face of accelerating climate risk, evolving financial priorities, and a generational shift toward values-driven leadership, they  called for action between […] The post Stakeholders seek united front for sustainable industrialisation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Addiction is not a death sentence, it can be overcome —Expert

Tribune Online Addiction is not a death sentence, it can be overcome —Expert EXECUTIVE Director of the Live Free Renewal Centre, a faith-based drug abuse and addiction recovery facility, Mr. David Folaranmi, stated that substance use is not a death sentence and that individuals struggling with addiction can overcome their challenges. Folaranmi, who spoke at the June 2025 special edition of the Interactive Monthly Community Engagement (IMCE) hosted […] Addiction is not a death sentence, it can be overcome —Expert Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Police Roll Out Massive Security Measures For July 12 Local Gov’t Elections In Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has announced a comprehensive security measures ahead of the July 12, 2025 Local Government Elections, including a statewide restriction on vehicular movement and the deployment of security personnel across all polling units and collation centres in the 20 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) of […]

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9 h. ago Wike Orders Operation Sweep Of Miscreants, Street Beggars/Traders, Scavengers, Other Criminal Elements In Abuja

Federal Capital Territory Administration has commenced the evacuation of street beggars/traders, one chance syndicates, miscreants. It was gathered that the directive was given by FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, who ordered that Operation Sweep Abuja of miscreants, street beggars/traders, scavengers and other criminal elements has commenced in Abuja. This was contained in a statement on Wednesday […] The post Wike Orders Operation Sweep Of Miscreants, Street Beggars/Traders, Scavengers, Other Criminal Elements In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago “Nigeria Policemen Deserve Better Than What They Earn Monthly” — Sowore

Controversial human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has called for an upward review of remuneration of the rank and file of the Nigeria Police. The former presidential candidate of African Action Congress, added that there was no reason policemen should not earn N500,000 per month when the average senator they protect earns N30 million per month. […] The post “Nigeria Policemen Deserve Better Than What They Earn Monthly” — Sowore appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago BRICS Summit: Ogun hosts investment forum as Nigeria, Brazil deepen economic ties

Tribune Online BRICS Summit: Ogun hosts investment forum as Nigeria, Brazil deepen economic ties Edun emphasised that Nigeria is firmly open for business, highlighting macroeconomic stability and ongoing reforms as a foundation for sustainable private-sector-led growth. BRICS Summit: Ogun hosts investment forum as Nigeria, Brazil deepen economic ties Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Senate Launches Nationwide Probe To Protect Nigerians From Ponzi Schemes

The Nigerian Senate has directed its joint committees to investigate Ponzi scheme operations across all geopolitical zones following rising concerns over financial scams like the collapsed Crypto Bullion Exchange (CBEX). This decision followed a motion moved by Senators Adetokunbo Abiru (APC, Lagos East) and Osita Izunaso (APC, Imo West), who cited the devastating financial losses […] The post Senate Launches Nationwide Probe To Protect Nigerians From Ponzi Schemes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago “My Two Children Having Different Fathers Was Never My Wish” — Actress Kemity Explains

Nollywood actress Kemisola Apesin, better known as Sidi or Kemity, has addressed those who criticise her for having two children with different men, saying her journey was shaped by difficult circumstances, not choice. Speaking on Biola Bayo’s Talk to B podcast, posted on Instagram on Tuesday, Kemity opened up about the events that led to […] The post “My Two Children Having Different Fathers Was Never My Wish” — Actress Kemity Explains appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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