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Resident Doctors Threaten Nationwide Strike, Issue FG 10-Day Ultimatum

NARD accuses Federal Government of failing to honour welfare promises Doctors demand settlement of unpaid arrears, allowances, and training funds Association warns of nationwide strike if demands are unmet by…

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Dangote Refinery Expands Fuel Exports as Gulf Plants Shut for Maintenance

Nigeria’s $20bn Dangote refinery boosts supplies abroad amid regional shortfalls Saudi Aramco, Kuwait, and others reduce output, driving demand for imports Dangote targets 700,000 barrels per day capacity by December…

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Simon Ekpa Sentenced to Six Years in Finland for Terrorism Charges

Finnish court convicts Biafra agitator of inciting terrorism in Nigeria Prosecutors present extensive evidence of online radical activities Ekpa’s defence disputes credibility of Nigerian-sourced information The Päijät-Häme District Court in…

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FG Unveils Overhauled Curricula to Cut Content Overload, Equip Learners with Future Skills

New framework trims subjects, prioritises deeper learning. Phased rollout planned from September 2025 with oversight. Pupils expected to acquire practical skills alongside academics. The Federal Government has announced a revised…

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Opposition Slams APC’s ‘False Open Contest’ Over 2027 Presidential Ticket

APC insists its 2027 ticket is open despite Tinubu’s endorsement Opposition parties accuse ruling party of deception and bias Critics warn move undermines democracy and fuels godfatherism The ruling All…

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Anambra Govt Moves To End Costly School Demands, Bans Textbook Use For Assignments

Government says textbook-based assignments exploit parents and waste resources. Commissioner Chuma-Udeh insists textbooks must remain reusable for siblings. Lavish graduation parties outlawed as state targets affordability in education. The Anambra…

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Bauchi Gov Bala Mohammed Blames PDP’s 2023 Defeat on Zoning Misstep

Governor Bala Mohammed said PDP lost 2023 presidential election due to failure to zone ticket to southern Nigeria Party has since moved to correct the error ahead of 2027 elections…

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FG Distributes $11m Solar Cold Chain Units, Prioritises Northwest, Northcentral in Vaccine Storage Drive

Federal Government rolls out 1,653 solar-powered refrigerators worth $11m for vaccine storage. Northwest receives 448 units, Northcentral 308; every state and the FCT to benefit. UNICEF, WHO and Gavi back…

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Nigeria, Brazil Sign Five MoUs as Tinubu Welcomes Petrobras’ Return

Five agreements signed covering trade, diplomacy, science, aviation, and finance Petrobras to resume operations in Nigeria after five-year hiatus Direct Lagos–São Paulo flight approved to boost connectivity Nigeria and Brazil…

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FG Issues Fresh Flood Alert To 9 Northern States

Adamawa, Katsina, Bauchi, and Jigawa among states on red alert Heavy rainfall may trigger flooding between August 25 and 29 FEW Centre lists several towns across northern Nigeria at risk…

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