12 h. ago Ethnic, Religious Divisions Threatening Nigeria’s Survival – Agwai

A former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Martin Luther Agwai, has warned that Nigeria risks deeper insecurity and national fragility unless it confronts worsening ethnic and religious divisions. He attributed these to elite’s struggle for power and resources. “It is we, the elite, that are the problem. It is not the farmer in my […]

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27 h. ago Nigeria Risks $3bn Yearly Loss Over Failure To Meet EU Deforestation Rules

Nigeria could lose over $1 billion in direct agricultural export earnings and more than $3 billion in total economic value each year if it does not align with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). A new federal government white paper launched in Abuja on Wednesday has revealed. Under the EUDR rules, commodities entering the EU […]

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31 h. ago Stakeholders push policy, financing reforms to scale Nigeria’s EV infrastructure

Key government agencies, private-sector operators, development partners, and climate advocates on Wednesday gathered in Abuja to push for urgent policy, read more Stakeholders push policy, financing reforms to scale Nigeria’s EV infrastructure

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37 h. ago Nigeria is fighting for its survival, US must not stand aside

THE United States’ designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern has reignited conversation across diplomatic, security, and human rights circles. The CPC mechanism under the International Religious Freedom Act is vital, but its application must be precise. In Nigeria’s case, the designation misidentifies the problem and risks damaging a crucial partnership at a […]

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54 h. ago SEE LIST: Canada Flags Nigeria, 16 Other African Countries In High

Canada’s latest high-risk travel advisories, issued between November 13 and 15, 2025, mark one of its most extensive reassessments of security risks in Africa, covering 17 countries across the continent. During the three-day update, Global Affairs Canada reaffirmed high-risk advisories for 34 countries worldwide, citing escalating instability, fragile governance, and rising cross-border security threats. The […]

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56 h. ago Nigeria faces surge in bank fraud as industry experts warn of outdated security controls

Nigeria’s banking sector is confronting an accelerating wave of financial-payments crime, with losses from electronic fraud now exceeding N1tn annually, read more Nigeria faces surge in bank fraud as industry experts warn of outdated security controls

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5 d. ago Beware Of Divisive Forces, Atiku Warms At ACF 25th Anniversary

Former vice president Atiku Abubakar has warned on attempts to stir conflict within the North, including “sophisticated subversion” by adversaries using technology to exploit ethnic or religious differences. Atiku stated this yesterday when he delivered a call for renewed northern unity, visionary leadership and urgent socio-economic reforms as the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) marked its […]

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6 d. ago 5.5 million jobs at risk over planned sachet alcohol ban, beverage manufacturers warn

A planned sachet alcohol ban in Nigeria could eliminate 5.5 million jobs and risk over N2 trillion in investments, warn beverage manufacturers. Learn more. Read More: https://punchng.com/5-5-million-jobs-at-risk-over-planned-sachet-alcohol-ban-beverage-manufacturers-warn/

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7 d. ago Electoral reform advocate says politicians’ conduct threatens Nigeria’s democracy

Nigeria’s push toward credible elections remains at risk as political actors continue to undermine electoral integrity, the Electoral Reform Coalition read more Electoral reform advocate says politicians’ conduct threatens Nigeria’s democracy

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7 d. ago Nigeria risks fiscal distress without urgent reforms, experts warn

Nigeria may be standing at the edge of a renewed debt crisis unless it accelerates fiscal reforms, strengthens revenue mobilisation, and improves transparency in debt reporting. This warning dominated discussions at the Capital Market Academics of Nigeria (CMAN) Q4 2025 Virtual Symposium. The symposium, themed: “Nigeria’s Rising Debt Profile and Sustainability Imperatives,” brought together leading […]

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1 week ago Nigeria risks vaccine stockout, loss of Gavi support as CSOs demand release of ₦318bn

Nigeria may face a nationwide vaccine stockout within weeks, potentially leaving more than eight million children unprotected, according to civil read more Nigeria risks vaccine stockout, loss of Gavi support as CSOs demand release of ₦318bn

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1 week ago Experts warn of rising diabetes cases, urge regular screening

Amina Hassan Wali, Chief Medical Director and consultant ophthalmologist at the National Eye Centre, Kaduna, has urged Nigerians to prioritise read more Experts warn of rising diabetes cases, urge regular screening

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2 w. ago Nigeria risks permanent reduction of Hajj quota to 50,000, CSO alerts

The Saudi Arabian authorities have warned that if Nigeria fails to make the required payments within two weeks, this allocation could be permanently lowered to 50,000 slots

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2 w. ago Experts warn poor planning undermines Africa’s real estate boom

Africa’s real estate sector may be growing fast, but experts say poor planning and weak governance continue to threaten its read more Experts warn poor planning undermines Africa’s real estate boom

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3 w. ago Trump’s selective narrative and “Christian Genocide” in Nigeria – Synthesising reactions and evaluating risk management efforts

It was William Shakespeare, the English playwright, poet, and actor, who, in Hamlet, Act 1, Scene 2, said, “For the read more Trump’s selective narrative and “Christian Genocide” in Nigeria – Synthesising reactions and evaluating risk management efforts

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s 2028 deadline might trigger capital flight risk in Free Trade Zones

The Nigeria Tax Act (NTA) 2025 is introducing changes to the nation’s Export Processing Zones (EPZs) and Free Trade Zones read more Nigeria’s 2028 deadline might trigger capital flight risk in Free Trade Zones

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3 w. ago Too sweet to be safe: 5 hidden dangers of excess sugar consumption

Sugar has become an integral part of every household in Nigeria. There’s sugar in virtually everything we consume or drink these days. It’s the sweet taste many Nigerians crave.  But away from the sweet taste and fulfillment lies a danger. Health experts warn that consuming too much sugar is dangerous to one’s health, as it […]

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3 w. ago Electricity Regulator Seeks Review Of Renewable Agency’s $2bn Fund

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has called for a review of how the $2 billion currently available to the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) is utilised. This comes as the World Bank, Nigerian government officials, and energy sector leaders have collectively emphasised the urgent need for stronger regulation, better governance, and coordinated reforms to fix […]

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4 w. ago Mitigating the security risk associated with the disagreement over “Christian Genocide” in Nigeria

One of the most discussed issues in Nigeria now is a dangerous disagreement over whether there is “Christian genocide” in read more Mitigating the security risk associated with the disagreement over “Christian Genocide” in Nigeria

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4 w. ago MAN Calls For Urgent Reforms In Boosting Manufacturing Sector

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has emphasised the need for sustained government reforms to ensure the continued recovery and growth of the nation’s manufacturing sector. The president of MAN, Otunba Francis Meshioye, stated this at the Association’s third quarter 2025 Manufacturers CEO’s Confidence Index (MCCI) and the 2025 MAN High-Level Think Tank Report. He […]

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