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Nigeria’s Multidimensional Poverty Rate Rises to 38.7%, UNDP Report Shows

October 12, 2026

Nigeria’s multidimensional poverty rate rose to 38.7% in 2024 from 33% in 2021, reversing gains recorded during the previous decade and adding 17.9 million people to the number affected, according to the

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AEW Opens in Cape Town as Africa Seeks Investment for Energy Projects

October 12, 2026

African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 opened in Cape Town on Monday, bringing together government officials, energy companies, investors and project developers to explore opportunities for financing and developing Africa’s energy resources.

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Massacre at Yobe School: Gunmen Storm Dormitory, Kill Students in Cold Blood

In a shocking early morning attack on Friday, gunmen stormed Faudiya School in Geidam, Yobe State, killing several students while they slept. The assault, which happened around 3:44 a.m., has left the community shaken and fearful. Eyewitnesses reported that the assailants, believed

August 30, 2024

Cuban President Honours Wole Soyinka National Medal

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Cuban President Honours Wole Soyinka With National Medal

Nigerian writer and Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has been awarded a medal of national honour by Cuba President, Miguel Diaz-Canel. Prof. Soyinka received the Haydee Santamaria Medal at an event held in Casa de las Americas, Havana, Cuba on 23rd August.

August 30, 2024

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Use Your Expertise To Drive Economic Growth, Edun Tells New NSIA Board Members

Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has charged the new board of directors of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), to leverage their expertise and wealth of experience to enhance the agency’s mission of driving economic

August 30, 2024

Black Market Dollar (USD) To Naira (NGN) Exchange Rate Today, 1st July 2025

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Black Market Dollar (USD) To Naira (NGN) Exchange Rate Today, 30th August 2024

What is the Dollar to Naira Exchange rate at the black market, like the Aboki FX? The exchange rate for the US dollar (USD) to Nigerian Naira (NGN) in the parallel market, also known as black market, especially the Aboki fx as

August 30, 2024

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Insecurity: Nigerians Paid N1.04bn As Ransom To Kidnappers In One Year- Report

Rising Insecurity Fuels Kidnapping Crisis A recent report by SBM Intelligence reveals a startling trend in Nigeria’s escalating insecurity. Between July 2023 and June 2024, Nigerians paid a staggering N1.04 billion as ransom to kidnappers. The report, titled “Grim Reaping,” underscores the

August 30, 2024

Nigerian Govt 1 month deadline On Price Reduction Sparks Controversy Among Traders, Consumers

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Nigerian Govt’s 1 Month Deadline On Price Reduction Sparks Controversy Among Traders, Consumers

FCCPC’s Price Control Ultimatum Sparks Controversy Among Traders and Consumers In a move that has stirred heated debate, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has issued a one-month ultimatum to traders and market stakeholders involved in exploitative pricing practices, demanding

August 30, 2024

Nigeria's Equity Market Declines By 1.99% in March Despite Weekly Gains

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Nigeria’s Equity Market Rise By 0.21% As Investors Eye Key Stocks

Equity Market Gains Momentum Amidst Investor Interest Nigeria’s equity market experienced a slight rise of 0.21% on Thursday, as investor interest in key stocks such as Julius Berger, Oando, and Eterna led to a positive close. This uptick came after the previous

August 30, 2024

Resident Doctors Begin Indefinite Strike

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Doctors’ Strike: Nigerian Govt Threatens To Implement ‘No Work Pay’

Nigerian government has threatened to implement “no work no pay” policy if resident doctors continue with their seven-day warning strike nationwide. The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) declared the strike to demand the release of their colleague, Dr Ganiyat Popoola, who

August 29, 2024

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U.S. African Development Foundation Strengthens Partnerships To Drive Youth Employment, Economic Growth In Nigeria

The United States African Development Foundation (USADF), has taken further steps to reinforce partnerships that address youth and women unemployment, promote gender equality, and expand energy access, in Nigeria. USADF President and CEO, Travis Adkins, who visited Lagos, Nigeria from August 18-21,

August 29, 2024

Labour·News

NLC President Vows To Continue Struggle For Nigerian Workers’ Welfare

President of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has said the labour union would continue the struggle for the welfare of the Nigerian workers. Ajero stated this when he returned to the Labour House after honouring police invitation on Thursday. He

August 29, 2024

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News - Page 626

Nigeria’s Multidimensional Poverty Rate Rises to 38.7%, UNDP Report Shows

AEW Opens in Cape Town as Africa Seeks Investment for Energy Projects

Massacre at Yobe School: Gunmen Storm Dormitory, Kill Students in Cold Blood

Cuban President Honours Wole Soyinka With National Medal

Use Your Expertise To Drive Economic Growth, Edun Tells New NSIA Board Members

Black Market Dollar (USD) To Naira (NGN) Exchange Rate Today, 30th August 2024

Insecurity: Nigerians Paid N1.04bn As Ransom To Kidnappers In One Year- Report

Nigerian Govt’s 1 Month Deadline On Price Reduction Sparks Controversy Among Traders, Consumers

Nigeria’s Equity Market Rise By 0.21% As Investors Eye Key Stocks

Doctors’ Strike: Nigerian Govt Threatens To Implement ‘No Work Pay’

U.S. African Development Foundation Strengthens Partnerships To Drive Youth Employment, Economic Growth In Nigeria

NLC President Vows To Continue Struggle For Nigerian Workers’ Welfare

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