The Federal Government has raised concern that many civil servants cannot access its housing loan schemes because their monthly salaries are already weighed down by several deductions from commercial loans. …
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Petrobras Eyes Return to Nigeria’s Oil Sector with Focus on Deepwater Opportunities
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has disclosed that Petrobras, Brazil’s state-owned oil firm, is exploring new opportunities in Nigeria’s upstream oil and gas sector, with particular focus on …
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Lagos Luxury Estates Attract Wealthy Buyers as Prices Soar in 2025
Behind high walls and guarded gates lie some of Lagos State’s most expensive estates, built for people who can afford exclusivity, prestige, and tight security. These communities are carefully planned, …
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Paul Ikonne Accuses Abia Governor Otti of Harsh Taxes and Lack of Transparency
A former governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Mr. Paul Ikonne, has accused Governor Alex Otti of imposing what he described as harsh tax policies …
Namibian technology company Binary City is stepping up efforts to expand its presence in the market and build stronger visibility after more than 16 years in the industry. Despite its …
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Obi Cubana Urges More Flights to Osubi Airport as United Nigeria Airlines Resumes Abuja–Warri Route
Popular Nigerian businessman and socialite, Obinna Iyiegbu, widely known as Obi Cubana, has called for more flight frequency to Osubi Airport in Warri, Delta State, to meet the increasing travel …
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Unpaid Salaries and Strikes Undermine Nigeria’s Education Targets
Nigeria’s education sector is struggling to meet national development targets as unpaid salaries and frequent strike actions continue to disrupt teaching and learning across the country. While the federal government …
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Experts Warn N2.7 Trillion Gas-to-Power Debt Bailout May Only Provide Temporary Relief
Nigeria’s plan to settle the N2.7 trillion debt owed to gas suppliers has raised questions among energy analysts and market observers. The federal government recently announced a bailout arrangement that …
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Air Peace to Begin Direct Lagos–São Paulo Flights as Nigeria, Brazil Seal Bilateral Deals
Nigeria and Brazil have taken a new step to strengthen relations with the announcement of a direct flight service between Lagos and São Paulo. The service, which will be operated …
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SA’s Population to Hit 63.9 Million by Mid-2025
The Bureau of Market Research (BMR) has released new projections showing that South Africa’s population will reach 63.9 million by the middle of 2025, providing an updated view on the …