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Shea Nut Market Roars Back — Nigeria’s Export Ban Sparks 18 % Price Surge and Local Industry Boom

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Nigeria’s controversial ban on raw shea nut exports has triggered an unexpected rebound, with domestic prices soaring 18 % above pre-ban levels as local processors ramp up capacity. Analysts say the move is reshaping rural economies and proving that value-addition policies can actually pay off....

“Nigeria Is Greater Than PENGASSAN” — Shettima Clashes with Labour Over Dangote Refinery Shutdown

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Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima has waded into the escalating clash between oil workers and the Dangote Refinery, warning that no union or individual is greater than the nation. His remarks ignited a fierce response from labour leaders who accused the government of bias and corporate protectionism....

Tinubu Approves ₦4 Trillion Bond to Clear Power Debts, Restore Investor Confidence

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President Bola Tinubu has approved a ₦4 trillion bond to clear legacy debts owed to power-generation firms and gas suppliers, a decisive step expected to reset liquidity in Nigeria’s electricity market, attract new investment, and rebuild confidence across the energy value chain....

Transparency Bombshell: 511 MDAs Fail Integrity Test

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A new integrity assessment shows 511 of Nigeria’s 517 ministries and agencies failed transparency tests, exposing deep cracks in public accountability....

Dangote vs PENGASSAN: Refinery Strike Fallout Threatens Nigeria’s Energy Security

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The PENGASSAN strike against Dangote Refinery shut down crude and gas flows, costing Nigeria 16% of oil output and 20% of power supply before a fragile truce....

ARISE Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu Killed in Abuja Robbery, Conflicting Accounts Emerge

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Confusion surrounds the death of ARISE News anchor Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu during a robbery in Abuja. While FCTA insists she was lifeless on arrival at hospital, colleagues and the NUJ demand a forensic probe, citing delays and contradictions....

Inside INEC’s Results Transmission Battle: From 2023 Glitches to 2027 Transparency Mandate

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Festus Okoye, former INEC National Commissioner, speaking in an interview on Volume with Femi D (YouTube: @TheVolumePod ), explains why results transmission is legally mandated, how professors oversee collation, and what reforms Nigeria must make ahead of 2027....

FG Brokers Peace in Dangote–PENGASSAN Face-Off After 48-Hour Standoff

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After two days of tense conciliation talks, the Federal Government has brokered peace between PENGASSAN and Dangote Refinery, securing redeployment for sacked workers and a phased strike suspension....

FIRS Clarifies Tinubu’s Tax Overhaul: Food, Education, and Agriculture Exempt

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Nigeria’s sweeping tax reforms exempt food, education, agriculture and shared transport from VAT, even as the law broadens the tax net to capture more income streams....

Tinubu’s Tax Tsunami: From “Runs Girls” to Influencers, All Income Now Taxable

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Tinubu’s sweeping tax reforms declare every form of income taxable, from sex work to social media influencing, triggering shockwaves across Nigeria’s economy and culture....

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Shea Nut Market Roars Back — Nigeria’s Export Ban Sparks 18 % Price Surge and Local Industry Boom

“Nigeria Is Greater Than PENGASSAN” — Shettima Clashes with Labour Over Dangote Refinery Shutdown

Tinubu Approves ₦4 Trillion Bond to Clear Power Debts, Restore Investor Confidence

Transparency Bombshell: 511 MDAs Fail Integrity Test

Dangote vs PENGASSAN: Refinery Strike Fallout Threatens Nigeria’s Energy Security

ARISE Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu Killed in Abuja Robbery, Conflicting Accounts Emerge

Inside INEC’s Results Transmission Battle: From 2023 Glitches to 2027 Transparency Mandate

FG Brokers Peace in Dangote–PENGASSAN Face-Off After 48-Hour Standoff

FIRS Clarifies Tinubu’s Tax Overhaul: Food, Education, and Agriculture Exempt

Tinubu’s Tax Tsunami: From “Runs Girls” to Influencers, All Income Now Taxable

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