84 m. ago MTN Nigeria stock price hit as naira devaluation inflcits another loss

The Nigerian unit of MTN Group Ltd fell the most in 10 months in Lagos before recovering, as investors reacted read more MTN Nigeria stock price hit as naira devaluation inflcits another loss

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5 h. ago Nigeria’s manufacturing growth slows in 2024 as economic woes worsen

Growth in Nigeria’s manufacturing sector slowed to 1.38 percent in 2024 owing to worsening macroeconomic challenges amid shrinking consumer spending read more Nigeria’s manufacturing growth slows in 2024 as economic woes worsen

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6 h. ago MTN cuts core infrastructure spending as capex soars to N1.53tn

MTN Nigeria lowered spending on core infrastructure projects in 2024, even as its capital expenditure soared 168.3 per cent to N1.53 trillion, largely driven by tower lease renegotiations that deepened its financial obligations. Without the lease component, MTN’s spending on critical infrastructure like fibre networks, base stations, and technology upgrades dropped to N443.5bn from N449.3bn Read More

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7 h. ago Former President Buhari Returns To Kaduna Residence After Two Years In Daura

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has made a return to his Kaduna residence, marking the end of a two-year stay in Daura, Katsina State, following his departure from office in May 2023. Bashir Ahmad, Buhari’s former aide, confirmed the development on X, stating, “Today, former President Muhammadu Buhari has returned to his Kaduna residence after spending […] The post Former President Buhari Returns To Kaduna Residence After Two Years In Daura appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Police Eliminate Robbery Suspect, Recover Stolen Vehicles In Enugu

The Enugu State Police Command thwarted a robbery attempt, eliminating one armed robber and arresting another in separate operations across the state. SP Daniel Ndukwe, the command’s spokesman, said on Thursday in Enugu that police recovered one cut-to-size double-barrelled gun with three live cartridges, two stolen Toyota Corolla cars, and other incriminating materials. Mr Ndukwe […] The post Police Eliminate Robbery Suspect, Recover Stolen Vehicles In Enugu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago LED billboard owners struggling with high energy cost – OAAN

Operators of LED billboard advertising in Nigeria are feeling the pinch as soaring energy costs force them to limit ad exposures, reducing the number of brands using the digital platform. Disclosing this to The PUNCH in a phone interview, President of the Out-of-Home Advertisers Association of Nigeria, Sola Akinsiku, lamented the heavy financial burden placed Read More

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15 h. ago Fuel importers face N75bn monthly loss after Dangote price cut

Importers of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) may lose an average of N2.5bn daily and N75bn monthly following the latest PMS price reduction announced by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. Findings by The Punch revealed that the average landing cost of petrol as released by industry players is over N100 higher than the new ex-depot price of Read More

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20 h. ago MTN hopes new tariff hikes will stabilise Nigerian business after two difficult years

MTN hopes that new tariff hikes in Nigeria will be a key step in helping to steady the group’s largest read more MTN hopes new tariff hikes will stabilise Nigerian business after two difficult years

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21 h. ago PICTORIAL: After Almost 2 Years In Daura, Buhari ‘Relocates’ To Kaduna

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has relocated to his Kaduna residence after spending almost two years in his native Daura, Katsina State. Buhari retired to Daura town since leaving office on May 29, 2023. One of his former media aides, Bashir Ahmad, disclosed this on social media on Thursday, saying that after completing his eight-year tenure, […]

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21 h. ago Nigeria Ready To Adopt Global Best Practices In Telecom Sector — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday in Abuja, said the telecoms sector’s regulatory framework and operations would be reviewed to reflect global best practices, with a greater focus on protecting infrastructure. According to a statement by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu spoke at a meeting with an Airtel delegation led by chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal […]

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25 h. ago Nigeria, ITU, Others Brainstorm On Submarine Cable Resilience

Nigeria, the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), Portugal and other stakeholders, have taken steps to proffer solutions to the disruptions of submarine cables and strengthening resilience to protect the infrastructure that is central to growth and sustenance of global digital economy. This was the crux of the ITU International Submarine Cable Resilience Summit that commenced in […]

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26 h. ago Starmer slams Badenoch over aids cut, says she is desperate for relevance

Keir Starmer, the UK Prime Minister, has strongly rebuked opposition leader Kemi Badenoch after she claimed he had followed her read more Starmer slams Badenoch over aids cut, says she is desperate for relevance

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27 h. ago Badenoch searching for relevance, appointed self ‘saviour of western civilisation’ – UK PM Starmer

United Kingdom Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has described Tory leader, Kemi Badenoch, as a “self-appointed saviour of Western civilisation.” The UK leader also dismissed Badenoch’s assertion that he had followed her advice on cutting the aid budget. Badenoch had stated that Starmer had acted on her recommendation to reduce aid spending while questioning inconsistencies in Read More

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29 h. ago Benue community donates 110 hectares of land for proposed federal polytechnic

Tribune Online Benue community donates 110 hectares of land for proposed federal polytechnic Community leaders in the Adikpo area of Benue State have donated 110 hectares of land and other primary infrastructure for the take-off of the proposed federal polytechnic in the area. The member representing Kwande/ushongo Federal Constituency of Benue State, Hon. Terseer Ugbor disclosed this in Abuja during the public hearing on four bills organized by […] Benue community donates 110 hectares of land for proposed federal polytechnic Tribune Online

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34 h. ago Food security: Experts urge immediate implementation of Right to Food Act

Tribune Online Food security: Experts urge immediate implementation of Right to Food Act Emir of Ilorin and chairman, Kwara State Traditional Rulers' Council, Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has condemned the rising menace of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), emphasising that it “goes against our core cultural and religious values of compassion, justice and protection of the vulnerable”. Food security: Experts urge immediate implementation of Right to Food Act Tribune Online

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34 h. ago Federal Gov’t Unveils Digital Extension Platform To Reach 5m Farmers Yearly

The federal government has introduced the National Electronic Extension Platform (NEEP), a cutting-edge digital agricultural extension service that aims to improve productivity and provide real-time agricultural solutions to farmers. The platform, which is expected to reach at least 5 million farmers in its first year, was introduced yesterday at the National Agricultural Research-Extension Summit 2025, […]

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40 h. ago TETFUND’s Giant Strides: Advancing Tinubu’s Vision For A Renewed Education Sector

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has been at the forefront of driving educational reforms in Nigeria, playing a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s tertiary education landscape. By focusing on improving infrastructure, funding research, enhancing academic development, and promoting innovation, TETFUND is contributing to the realisation of President Bola Tinubu’s vision of transforming Nigeria’s […]

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44 h. ago Umahi laments cost of cement, urges reduction to N7,000 per bag

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has lamented the skyrocketing price of cement, stating that it has had a significant negative effect on ongoing infrastructure projects across the country. The minister also appealed to cement manufacturers to reduce the price from N9,500 to N7,000, urging that such a decrease would facilitate the rehabilitation of Nigeria’s Read More

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47 h. ago Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price To N825, Offers Nigerians Relief Amid Ramadan

In a move aimed at easing the financial burden on Nigerians, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has disclosed a significant reduction in the ex-depot price of premium motor spirit (PMS), also known as petrol. The new price of N825 per litre, revealed on Wednesday, marks the second reduction in February 2025. According to Esan Sunday, head of […] The post Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price To N825, Offers Nigerians Relief Amid Ramadan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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49 h. ago Zulum cuts palliative distribution by 90% to victims of insurgency

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum has announced a 90% cut in the distribution of palliatives which were previously been read more Zulum cuts palliative distribution by 90% to victims of insurgency

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