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FAAN to Enhance Airport Security in Nigeria with New Scanners, Explosive Detection Systems

FAAN has announced plans to replace single-view scanners with double-view ones at international airports to enhance passenger screening and security.

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Peter Obi: Seizure of Nigeria’s Presidential Jets an International Embarrassment

Peter Obi has called the seizure of three Nigerian presidential jets in Europe an “international embarrassment” exposing leadership failure and…

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NEMA: 227,494 Persons Affected As Flooding Hits 27 States, Damages 32,837 Homes, 16,488 Hectares of Farmland

NEMA has deployed relief to areas affected by severe flooding across 27 states, warning communities to move to higher ground.

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Nigeria Moves to Stop Overdependence on Imported Equipment in Power Sector

Power Minister Adelabu has emphasised reducing reliance on imported power equipment and increasing local content to achieve 6,000MW by December…

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CBN Governor Cardoso Hails Growth in Nigeria’s Banking Sector Due to IFRS Adoption

CBN Governor Cardoso has revealed that IFRS standards have driven transparency, boosting foreign investments and growth in Nigeria's financial sector.

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Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea To Strengthen  Defence Cooperation, Tackle Oil Theft Via Joint Patrols

Deputy gas minister Ekpo says Nigeria's $2.5bn gas pipeline project with Equatorial Guinea will boost the nation's economy, create employment.

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Nigerian Troops Eliminate 147 Terrorists, Arrest 381 in Coordinated Operations Across Country 

Nigerian military has reportedly killed 147 terrorists, arrested 381, and rescued 113 hostages in a week of coordinated operations across…

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Trump Launches Personal, Policy Assaults On Kamala Harris In Asheville Rally

Trump has criticised Kamala Harris, targeting her policies and intellect, as he struggles to regain his lead in polls.

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EIU Warns Further Delays at Dangote Refinery Will Harm Nigeria’s Economy

The EIU has warned that delays in achieving petrol production at Dangote refinery could worsen Nigeria's budget deficit, currency stability

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Nigerian Local Governments Receive N1.69 Trillion in First Half of 2024

Lagos State's local councils have received the highest share of N1.69 trillion allocated to Nigerian LGAs in early 2024.

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Chidimma Adetshina Accepts Miss Universe Nigeria Invitation After Withdrawal From Miss South Africa

Chidimma Adetshina has accepted to compete in Miss Universe Nigeria after withdrawing from Miss South Africa due to nationality dispute.

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Bread: Nigerian Bakers Demand Price Reduction For Ingredients

Bakers have called for a reduction in flour prices and urgent government intervention to address skyrocketing costs affecting their operations.

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Nigeria, Brazil To Benefit As Chevron’s High-Pressure Breakthrough Promises Access To Billions Of Barrels Of Untapped Oil

A new oil production technology, first tested by Chevron, could unlock up to 5 billion barrels of previously inaccessible crude.

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WHO Declares Mpox a Global Health Emergency Amid Rising Cases in Africa

The World Health Organisation has declared Mpox a global health emergency, urging member nations to prepare for potential outbreaks.

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Edo Guber: NSA Ribadu Issues Stern Warning Against Electoral Violence, Promises Firm Action Against Perpetrators

NSA Ribadu has issued a firm warning against Edo election’s disruption, reaffirming the administration’s commitment to peaceful and credible elections.

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Citizens React Angrily As Botswana Government Seeks Public Funds To Reward Olympic Champions

Botswana's request for public donations to reward Olympic gold medalists has sparked outrage, with citizens questioning government spending.

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Mass Protest Erupts in India Over Trainee Doctor’s Rape and Brutal Killing 

Tens of thousands have marched in Kolkata, India, protesting the rape and murder of a trainee doctor.

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Keyamo Inspects Cutting-Edge Aviation Tech In Finland And Austria For Abuja Runway Project

Aviation Minister Keyamo led a delegation to Finland, Austria for inspections of aviation equipment for the ongoing Abuja runway project.

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Tinubu Administration Launches Zero Duty Policy On Basic Food Imports, Effective August 15

Nigeria's government has approved zero percent duty, VAT exemptions on essential food items to ease hardship, effective August 15, 2024.

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Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed Criticises Federal Policies, Stresses Responsibility to Address Hunger

Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed has reiterated his criticism of federal policies that have led to hardship, calls for improved governance.

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