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Here are the top 10 stories making headlines across the country. 1. CBN gives payment providers 30 days to start tracking POS transactions The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued a 30-day ultimatum to Payment Service Providers (PSPs) in the country to comply with revised routing instructions for Point of Sale (PoS) transactions.Read more 2. Spain, US, France, India and …

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) in Bauchi State on Thursday slammed a member of the House of Representatives, Aliyu Aminu Garu, for poor representation in the Green Chamber. In a statement by its state Secretary, Abdulaziz Haruna, the party regretted that the lawmaker representing Bauchi Federal Constituency in the lower house of the legislature had distributed sugarcane stalks to youths …

In a move aimed at encouraging immigrants to leave the country, the Swedish government has announced a significant increase in grants for those who choose to return to their home countries. Starting in 2026, immigrants who return voluntarily will be eligible to receive up to 350,000 Swedish kronor ($34,000), a significant increase from the current 10,000 kronor. This development provides …

Nigeria’s equity market recovered from earlier losses on Thursday as investors gained N178 billion at the close of trading for the day. This follows a surge in the prices of shares such as FBNH, CAVERTON, and FLOUR MILL among others on the trading floor. After five hours of trading in the capital market, equity capitalization increased to N55.7 trillion from …

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has confirmed its participation in the October 24 local government elections in Kano State. The APC chairman in the state, Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas, stated this in a chat with newsmen on Thursday in Kano. He said his party would soon hold primaries to pave the way for the emergence of candidates for the general election …

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo said on Thursday that the Operation Feed the Nation agricultural initiative would further enhance Nigeria’s food self-sufficiency if the country’s leaders supported it. Obasanjo stated this at the inauguration of a new factory and launch of new products by Danone Limited, owner of Fan Milk Plc in Ibadan, Oyo State. The former president encouraged Nigerians to …

BREAKING NEWS: Ologbo Nugu community unites for APC! BREAKING NEWS: Ologbo Nugu community unites for APC! In a bold move, the esteemed elders and community members of Ologbo Nugu in Orhionmwon Local Government Area have pledged their unwavering support to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This collective decision is a testament to their solidarity with their illustrious son, Barr. Felix …

Police officers in Kogi have arrested nine suspects in connection with the communal crisis in the Itamah area of ​​the state. The crisis followed the killing of the community’s traditional leader, Onu Itamah Job Shagari. The king was killed by gunmen who stormed the community on August 12. The death of the traditional ruler has created a rift between two …

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has demanded the reinstatement of the Edo State Commissioner of Elections, Anugbum Onuoha, ahead of this month’s governorship election in the state. Acting National Chairman of the PDP, Umar Damagum, who made the call at a press conference in Abuja, also demanded the reinstatement of the state Commissioner of Police, Nemo Edwin-Iwo. He said party …

Ubiaja unites for Akpakomiza: City closes its doors in huge show of support for APC. As the September 21, 2024 gubernatorial election approaches, residents of Ubiaja, comprising Wards 6 and 7, have demonstrated their unwavering support for Senator Monday Okpebholo, the candidate of the APC, by shutting down the town on Sunday, September 8, 2024. The ward-level campaigns, held at …