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Ghana’s tallest man dies at 33
Sulemana Abdul Samed, popularly known as Awuche, Ghana’s tallest man, has died at 33. Learn about his life, battle with gigantism, and legacy.
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Xenophobia: South Africa Suffers Labour Drought After Migrants’ Exodus
Fringe anti-foreigner groups had set June 30 as an unofficial deadline for undocumented migrants to go home, triggering the exodus of more than 160,000 people. The post Xenophobia: South Africa Suffers Labour Drought After Migrants’ Exodus appeared first on Channels Televis...
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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 29, 2026
The Nigerian Naira opened trading on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, maintaining relative stability against the United States dollar across both the official Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market. The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 29, 2026 appeared fir...
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Kogi residents urge international creditors to pause debt payments during pandemics and natural disaster
Kogi residents and stakeholders have called for urgent reform of the global financial system, saying Africa’s sovereign debt burden is read more Kogi residents urge international creditors to pause debt payments during pandemics and natural disaster
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NMDPRA: Time to ask the right questions
For decades, Nigerians prayed for the day the nation would refine enough petroleum products locally to reduce its dependence on read more NMDPRA: Time to ask the right questions
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Kaduna governor picks State tax boss as 2027 running mate, signals continuity of reform agenda
Uba Sani, the Executive Governor of Kaduna State, has named the Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service read more Kaduna governor picks State tax boss as 2027 running mate, signals continuity of reform agenda
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EXCLUSIVE: How alleged coup plotters planned to recruit repentant Boko Haram, civilian JTF members
This report, a part of an extensive PREMIUM TIMES exclusive reporting series on last year’s failed coup plot against President Tinubu, reveals how and why the alleged leaders of the conspiracy planned to recruit repentant Boko Haram fighters and members of the Civilian Joint Ta...
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Beyond GDP: Why Nigerians are yet to feel the economy
For much of the past three years, the federal government has consistently highlighted improvements in Nigeria’s macroeconomic indicators. The removal read more Beyond GDP: Why Nigerians are yet to feel the economy
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Court voids Reps’ N72.6bn compensation directive against Seplat, says judicial powers usurped
By Innocent Anaba A Federal High Court in Lagos has set aside a directive by the House of Representatives Committee ordering Seplat Energy Producing Nigeria Unlimited, SEPNU, to pay N72.624 billion as compensation to communities over alleged oil spill incidents, holding that the ...
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AVA Capital set for NGX listing to strengthen market visibility
By Peter Egwuatu AVA Capital Plc, an integrated financial services group with operations in investment banking, asset management, securities trading and trusteeship, is set to list on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) by way of Listing by Introduction on Friday. According to a...
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Customs agents threaten protest over alleged manifest manipulation by shipping firms
By Godwin Oritse Members of the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA) have threatened to stage a protest over the alleged manipulation of ship manifests by some shipping companies, warning that they will expose those responsible if urgent action is not taken. ...
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Bandits take over Taraba communities, kidnapped monarch, killed 5, displaced hundreds of villagers
Unknown gunmen suspected to be bandits have resurfaced, engaging in activities of kidnapping in several communities of Lau Local Government read more Bandits take over Taraba communities, kidnapped monarch, killed 5, displaced hundreds of villagers
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Nigeria risks losing Africa’s tech investment edge, LCCI warns
•Urges more predictable regulatory environment By Yinka Kolawole The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, LCCI, has warned that Nigeria risks losing its position as Africa’s leading technology hub unless the government accelerates policy reforms, expands digital in...
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Nigeria loses 62,400GWh electricity as gas flaring rises 18.6%
•Expert blames weak power market, poor gas monetisation incentives By Ediri Ejoh Despite the Federal Government’s gas flaring penalties and efforts to curb the practice, Nigeria lost an estimated 62,400 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of potential electricity generation from flar...
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Nigeria startup targets the hidden friction slowing Africa’s solar investment boom
Africa’s renewable energy market is attracting growing interest from investors eager to finance solar projects, but the difficulty of verifying read more Nigeria startup targets the hidden friction slowing Africa’s solar investment boom
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NASS commends SEC on fiscal sustainability, revenue growth
By Peter Egwuatu The National Assembly has commended the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for strengthening its fiscal sustainability through improved revenue generation and prudent cost management. Deputy Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Finance, Ho...
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S&P Global buys majority stake in Nigeria’s Agusto & Co
•Move to deepen Africa’s debt markets, boost credit transparency By Babajide Komolafe S&P Global has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Agusto & Company Limited, a leading Pan-African credit rating agency, in a move aimed at strengthening its presence in Africa’...
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Petrol depot prices drop as marketers slash rates by up to N23/litre
By Udeme Akpan Petrol depot prices declined across major supply centres yesterday as marketers implemented fresh price cuts, signalling increased competition in the downstream petroleum market. An analysis of the mid-day depot price report showed that most major depots in La...
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NBET, Lagos lead biggest bond borrowers in H1
NBET Finance and Lagos State top the list of Nigeria’s biggest bond borrowers in H1 2026, raising hundreds of billions despite high capital costs. Discover
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Teenager wins Nomba Hackathon with AI tool for SMEs
A 17-year-old Nigerian developer won the Nomba Hackathon with PayWise, an AI tool for SMEs to manage credit sales using voice notes. Learn more about the w
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Airport outrage mounts over aviation security officials’ excesses
Growing outrage over Nigerian airport security officials’ excesses and alleged corruption sparks concerns. Passengers demand reforms to restore confidence
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S&P buys majority stake in Agusto & Co
S&P Global has acquired a majority stake in Nigerian credit rating agency Agusto & Co., strengthening its presence in Africa’s debt markets. Learn more abo
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Nigeria, Benin, Cameroon strengthen border cooperation
Nigeria, Benin, and Cameroon customs administrations commit to strengthening border cooperation, trade facilitation, and regional economic integration foll
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EFCC faces credibility questions over asset auction
The EFCC faces scrutiny over its plan to directly manage the auction of seized assets, raising questions about transparency and due process. Learn more abo
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Lawmakers oppose dollar billing for local petrol sales
Nigerian lawmakers are moving to end dollar billing for local petrol sales and investigate fuel import licence irregularities, aiming to stabilize the down
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NLNG exports 6,000 LNG cargoes, earns $150bn revenue
Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has generated over $150bn in revenue and exported 6,000 LNG cargoes, significantly contributing to Nigeria’s economy.
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State police: Govs must control CPs, Southern, M’Belt leaders insist
Southern and Middle Belt leaders endorse state police but demand governors have full control over CPs, advocating for true federalism in Nigeria.
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Gunmen kill senior Army officer in suspected kidnap attempt
Gunmen killed a senior Army officer, Col Abdussalam A. Ude, in Nasarawa during a suspected kidnap attempt. Read details of the tragic incident.
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Nigeria loses 47% of dollar millionaires, retains 4th position in Africa
By Babajide Komolafe Nigeria has lost nearly half of its dollar millionaires over the past decade, with the population of high-net-worth individuals falling by 47 per cent between 2015 and 2025, according to the 2025 Africa Wealth Report by Henley & Partners in collaboration...
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FG unveils seven herbal medicines for cancers, hepatitis B, others
Nigeria’s Federal Government unveils seven new herbal medicines developed by NNMDA for treating cancers, hepatitis B, and other conditions, boosting local
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