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Published on 14:26 GMT

I’ll Join Compatriots to Make Nigeria Better – Ex-SGF Babachir Lawal Dumps APC

July 07, (THEWILL) — A former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has announced his resignation from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Lawal, who served as SGF under the administration of former President …

Source: The Will - Neutral
Published on 15:30 GMT

NiMet Predicts Rain and Thunderstorms Across Nigeria Until Wednesday

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast rainy and thundery weather conditions across Nigeria from Monday to Wednesday, urging residents to avoid flood-prone areas. In the northern region, the agency predicts partly cloudy skies on Monday …

Source: Ilorin - Indeterminate
Published on 13:37 GMT

Sani Usman: Nigeria Must Harness the Expertise and Experience of Military Veterans for National Development

A former army spokesman,Brigadier General Sani Usman (rtd), has welcomed the Federal Government’s proposed initiative to engage military veterans in national security efforts, stressing that Nigeria must harness the wealth of experience, training, and …

Source: Arise News - Neutral
Published on 13:04 GMT

FG backs move to boost Nigeria-Indonesia trade partnership

The Federal Government has reassured its commitment to partnering with the private sector to boost trade and investment between Nigeria and Indonesia. The Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the President on Entrepreneurship Development, Ms. Chalya Shagaya, …

Source: Eagle Online - Indeterminate
Published on 13:04 GMT

Baobab Plus Nigeria partners LAPO Microfinance Bank to expand access to clean energy

In the commitment to accelerate access to clean and affordable energy solutions across the country, Baobab+ Nigeria, a leader in solar energy and digital inclusion, has entered into a strategic partnership with LAPO Microfinance Bank, the largest …

Source: Eagle Online - Indeterminate
Published on 18:44 GMT

Nigeria launches first domestic container shipping line

Source: Insurance Marine News - Neutral
Published on 19:21 GMT

Nigeria weighs urgent replacement for crumbling bridges to Lagos island

Source: Global Construction Review - Neutral
Published on 21:19 GMT

85% of ADC coalition leaders have failed Nigeria, says YPP chair

National Chairman of the Young Progressives Party (YPP), Bishop Amakiri, has criticised the recently announced opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections, claiming that almost 85 percent of its leaders have a history of poor governance and …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Neutral
Published on 22:16 GMT

Clashes over fertile land between herders and farmers in Nigeria turn deadly

Source: KGOU - Oklahoma - Public Broadcaster
Published on 12:58 GMT

CBN Sets the Record Straight on BVN Charges, Confirms Enrolment Is Still Free in Nigeria

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has come to clarify the air of recent online reports that Nigerians now pay for Bank Verification Number (BVN) registration. In a release on Monday, the apex bank cleared categorically that BVN registration is still …

Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral