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Nigeria’s Development Dependent on Citizens’ Commitment to Peace, Unity- Anambra NOA Boss, Ajaegbu
The News Chronicle
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July 7, 2025
For Nigerians to experience the kind of socio-economic transformation they anticipate in the country, there is the need for them to commit to ensuring peace and unity across all parts of the nation. The Anambra State Director of the National...
IMF: Nigeria needs expanded cash transfer system to reduce poverty
The Cable
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July 7, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says Nigeria must scale up its cash transfer system to cushion the effects of economic shocks and tackle high poverty levels. The recommendation was contained in an article published on Monday, written by Axel...
Fuel Price Crisis: Whither Nigeria’s Refurbished Refineries?
The Will
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July 7, 2025
July 07, (THEWILL) — If anything aptly depicts Nigeria’s lingering macroeconomic instability and volatility, it is the raising and reduction in the pump prices of fuel (Premium Motor Spirit, PMS). Hardly has there been any month in 2025 that the...
Exclusive: Favour Ofili’s Allegiance Switch a Wake-Up Call for Nigeria, says Olusoji Fasuba
Fresh Angle
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Former African 100 metre record holder Olusoji Fasuba believes Favour Ofili’s reported decision to switch international allegiance from Nigeria to Turkey is the result of sustained mistreatment, rather than financial motivation as popularly...
How Nigerian Police Deceptively Edited My Videos To Implicate Me — Influencer ‘Ijele’ Speaks On Year-Long Detention Without Trial Ordered By Self-Acclaimed Prophet Ebuka Obi
Sahara Reporters
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A Nigerian social media influencer, Chizorom Harrison Ofoegbu, widely known as Ijele Speaks II, has recounted how the Nigeria Police Force intentionally altered his videos to frame him regarding a case involving Nigerian self-acclaimed preacher,...
Top 10 Internet Service Providers in Nigeria by customer number as of Q1 2025
Nairametrics
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July 7, 2025
With the implementation of a 50% tariff increase as approved by the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) Nigerian telecom companies are beginning to feel the impact as customer numbers are beginning to reduce. The latest data for Internet...
'This is what we need' – Oparanozie hails ex-England U20 forward after first goal in Nigeria colours
All Nigeria Soccer
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July 7, 2025
Former Super Falcons captain Desire Oparanozie has applauded Rinsola Babajide for her impactful performance during Nigeria's 3-0 win over Tunisia in their opening match at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Sunday. Babajide...
Coal City Fashion Experience 2025: Enugu Shines as Nigeria’s Style Hub
Pulse
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July 7, 2025
The Coal City Fashion Experience 2025 brought Enugu to life with a stunning showcase of Nigeria’s finest designers. As Southeast Nigeria’s premier fashion event, this two-day celebration featured 15 runway designers and 25 marketplace vendors,...
Larry Madowo Claims Nairobi Politician Paid Ksh100K to Have Him Attacked
Kenyans.co.ke
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July 7, 2025
CNN international correspondent Larry Madowo has dropped a bombshell, accusing a Nairobi politician of paying hired goons an extra Ksh100,000 if they attack him. Speaking on Monday at the height of the Saba Saba demonstrations, Madowo claimed that...
Enugu Governor Mbah Launches State-Owned Airline, Enugu Air
News Central TV
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July 7, 2025
Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has launched the state-owned airline, Enugu Air, describing it as a significant advancement for the state and a benchmark for collaboration between the government and the private sector. The first flight of the...
How to watch NWSL's international players compete in major continental tournaments this summer
The New York Times
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July 7, 2025
The women’s European Championship commenced on July 2 and already promises to live up to its billing as England set out to defend their title despite strong competition from France and Spain. But it’s not the only continental tournament this...
Lavrov holding meeting with Bolivian president on BRICS summit sidelines
TASS
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July 7, 2025
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 7. /TASS/. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is holding a meeting with Bolivian President Luis Arce on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro. Before the meeting, Lavrov and Arce exchanged greetings and shook...
Ghana gets US$4.8bn from international visitors and tourists in 2024
Joy FM
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July 7, 2025
Ghana earned US$4.8 billion from international visitors and tourists who came into the country in 2024. The amount represents 27 percent jump from the $3.8 billion earned in 2023. The details were captured in the 2024 Ghana Tourism report launched...
Top 10 African countries with the highest international airfare charges in 2024
Nairametrics
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July 7, 2025
Caleb Obiowo is a graduate of Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Uyo. At Nairametrics, he covers transport and logistics in Nigeria, along with real estate, construction, and aviation. He focuses on delivering clear,...
Igbo Groups Reject Ruga Project In South-East, Warn Anambra Governor Soludo, Political Leaders Against Collecting 'Blood Money'
Sahara Reporters
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Some concerned Igbo groups have vowed to resist citing any RUGA project in any part of Igbo land, saying it is a reverse colonisation and private business and offers no commercial value or benefit to the people of the region. The groups made this...
We’re not afraid of coalition, Tinubu doing what Nigerians elected him to do – APC
Daily Post
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July 7, 2025
The All Progressives Congress, APC, has declared that it’s not afraid of the opposition coalition under the platform of the African Democratic Congress, ADC. APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, said President Bola Tinubu has...
Can Nigeria lead Africa’s AI revolution?
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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July 7, 2025
We are amid a technological revolution of unprecedented scale. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer confined to science fiction but is now a transformative force reshaping industries, societies, and national security strategies worldwide....
Can Nigeria lead Africa’s AI revolution?, By Shittu Yunus Shittu
Premium Times
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July 7, 2025
From automated customer service bots to AI-driven diagnostics in healthcare, intelligent machines are becoming pivotal to global productivity and decision-making. Yet, while the global North accelerates AI adoption, Africa, especially Nigeria,...
Combatting deepfake videos: A fight for Nigeria’s soul, By Mukhtar Ya’u Madobi
Premium Times
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July 7, 2025
We are at a critical juncture, and this new threat cannot be tackled by security agencies alone. It requires a whole-of-society approach: Government agencies, NGOs, and media platforms must launch nationwide campaigns to educate citizens on how to...
West Africa terror: why attacks on military bases are rising – and four ways to respond
The Conversation
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July 7, 2025
More than 40 Malian soldiers were killed and one of the country’s military bases was taken over in early June 2025 in a major attack by an al-Qaeda linked group, Jama'a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin (JNIM), on the town of Boulikessi. The same...