August 27, 2025

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Lagos Government Cautions Residents of State-Owned Housing Estates Against Violation of Established Guidelines

The Lagos State Government has issued a firm warning to residents of state-owned housing estates, urging strict adherence to all existing rules and regulations governing occupancy and property management within the estates. The call for compliance comes amid rising concerns over observed infractions and disregard for laid-down policies in several government-developed housing communities across the

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Lagos LGSC Extends Computer-Based Test Date for Ongoing Recruitment Exercise

The Lagos State Local Government Service Commission (LGSC) has announced an extension of the scheduled date for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) as part of the ongoing recruitment into Local Government Councils and Local Council Development Areas across the state. Originally fixed for Monday, 7th July 2025 between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., the commission has

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General

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Mourns With Senator Diket Over Death of Wife, Mrs. Diket Plang

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has extended her heartfelt condolences to Senator Diket Plang of Plateau Central Senatorial District and Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State following the passing of Mrs. Diket Plang, the senator’s wife. In her message of sympathy, the First Lady also conveyed her support to the bereaved family and the spouses

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Business

NNPC Ltd Hands Over 35 CNG Buses to Presidential Gas Initiative, Reaffirms Commitment to Clean Energy Transition

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has donated thirty-five (35) hybrid Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered buses to the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas (Pi-CNG), in a move aimed at accelerating Nigeria’s transition to cleaner, more sustainable fuel alternatives. At a symbolic handover ceremony held at the NNPC Towers in Abuja on Monday,

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Business

Top Performers on the NGX in H1: Which Stocks Will Sustain Momentum in the Second Half of 2025?

Nigeria’s equities market closed the first half of 2025 on a bullish note, with several listed companies across key sectors posting impressive returns and rewarding investors who made timely bets. From the agriculture and consumer goods sectors to telecoms and industrials, a handful of standout stocks on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) saw significant price

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Sport Tennis

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner Advances to Wimbledon Quarterfinals as Grigor Dimitrov Retires Injured

In a dramatic turn of events at Wimbledon, World No. 1 Jannik Sinner secured his place in the quarterfinals after Grigor Dimitrov, despite leading by two sets, was forced to retire due to injury. The Bulgarian star collapsed in visible pain during the match and was seen tearfully withdrawing from the competition. Sinner, who had

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Crime General Judiciary

Attorney General Okays Prosecution of Andy Uba, Benjamin Etu Over Alleged N400 Million Fraud

The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice has given official approval for the prosecution of a former Senator, Andy Uba, alongside one Benjamin Etu, over their alleged involvement in a N400 million fraud case. This development marks a significant step in the legal process following investigations into the high-profile financial crime

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General World

President Trump Signs Executive Order Shifting Tariff Deadline to August 1

President of the United States, Donald Trump, has officially signed an executive order extending the deadline for the imposition of new tariffs, pushing the enforcement date to August 1. The directive, signed at the White House, signals a temporary pause in the implementation of planned trade measures that had been scheduled to take effect earlier.

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Business

FIRS Commences Renegotiation of Tax Treaty with Netherlands in Line with Ongoing Fiscal Reforms

In a move aligned with the Federal Government’s broader economic and tax reform agenda, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has commenced the process of renegotiating Nigeria’s existing double taxation treaty with the Kingdom of the Netherlands. This development was confirmed by FIRS Chairman, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, who noted that the renegotiation seeks to ensure

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General World

Iran Conducts Aerial Test Flights as Fighter Jets Soar Over Tehran

Residents of Tehran witnessed a series of military aircraft flying over the capital city on Monday as Iran’s air force conducted test flights involving fighter jets. The exercises, which are part of routine aerial preparedness drills, saw multiple jets maneuvering through the skies in a display of tactical coordination and national defense readiness. According to

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