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Nigeria renews call for African representation at UN, urges Security Council reform
At the 81st UNGA, Nigeria again called for African representation and said UN reforms must begin with the reconstitution of the Security Council.
Traders raise concerns over market insecurity and security fees
Traders have raised concerns over insecurity in markets and the security fees they are charged.
Nigerian states collected N5.15tn in IGR in 2025, up 40.93% from 2024
Nigerian states collected N5.15tn in internally generated revenue in 2025, a 40.93% rise from 2024, with PAYE tax from salaries the largest contributor. That revenue stream accounted for over half of the total collected by states and the FCT.
Nigeria, U.S. sign framework for $700 billion mineral investment
Nigeria and the United States signed a framework for a $700 billion mineral investment.
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💼 Business & Economy
Stakeholders back breeding innovations to accelerate agricultural transformation
Stakeholders have advocated the adoption of breeding innovations to accelerate Nigeria’s agricultural transformation and food security.
S&P Global Energy opens new Abuja office, hosts Nigerian oil and gas leaders
S&P Global Energy has opened a new office in Abuja and hosted Nigerian oil and gas leaders.
FG begins review of 18 agricultural laws to boost food sovereignty, investment
The Federal Government has begun a review of 18 agricultural laws aimed at boosting food sovereignty and investment.
Business confidence index rises to 14.8 points in August from 5.7 in July
Business sentiment in Nigeria strengthened sharply in August 2026, with firms showing greater confidence in the near-term economic outlook. The Business Confidence Index rose to 14.8 points in August from 5.7 points in July, and respondents expect sentiment to improve further to 23.6 points in September, 30.1 points in November and 36.1 points by February 2027.
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⚽ Sports
Moses Simon chases 100th cap as Super Eagles face Madagascar in Uyo
Moses Simon is chasing his 100th cap as the Super Eagles face Madagascar in Uyo.
AFCON qualifiers: Nigeria aim for perfect start against Madagascar
Nigeria aim for a perfect start in their AFCON qualifier against Madagascar.
Super Eagles open AFCON 2027 qualifying campaign against Madagascar
Nigeria open their AFCON 2027 qualifying campaign with a Group L double-header against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, with both matches to air live on SuperSport via DStv and GOtv. With co-hosts Tanzania already guaranteed a place at AFCON 2027, Nigeria, Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau are battling for the group’s remaining qualifying spot.
Lookman among five Super Eagles to watch in AFCON qualifier vs Madagascar
Ademola Lookman is among five Super Eagles players to watch in the AFCON qualifier against Madagascar.
🎬 Entertainment
Tinubu mourns veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs
President Tinubu has mourned veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs.
Brymo criticizes 2Baba and Burna Boy in social media post
Singer Brymo criticized 2Baba and Burna Boy in a social media post.
Davido shares moments with Dangote at Times Square, New York
Davido shared photos of moments with Dangote at Times Square in New York.
Ghanaian singer PBee brings ‘Lose My Mind’ to Nigeria
Ghanaian singer PBee has brought his song ‘Lose My Mind’ to Nigeria.
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🩺 Health & Education
Ex-LASU VC clarifies ₦1m university fee remark
A former LASU Vice-Chancellor clarified his remark on a ₦1m university fee, saying the figure reflects the cost of quality education.
Al-Hikmah University, Kwara Govt establish teaching hospital
Al-Hikmah University and the Kwara State Government have established a teaching hospital.
Students commend E-DON, call for expansion to universities, polytechnics
Students have commended E-DON and called for its expansion to universities and polytechnics.
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