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Aviation unions give Nimet 14-day ultimatum

The Coalition of Aviation Unions, under the umbrella of the National Union of Air Transport Employees, Amalgamated Union Public Corporations, Civil Service Technical and Recreational Services Employees, and Association of Nigeria Aviation Professionals, among others, has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government through the Director-General of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, Prof. Charles Anosike,...
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MTN leads as investors gain N471.37bn

Investors on the Nigerian Exchange recorded a gain of N471.37bn at the end of Tuesday’s trading session as the market capitalisation rose to N63.3tn. The All-Share Index advanced by 0.75 per cent, adding 767.63 points to close at 103,137.99. Overall, 127 equities participated in trading, with 29 gainers and 28 losers, reflecting mixed sentiments in...
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Oil & gas stocks rise as Trump launches energy agenda

Oil and gas stocks rallied on Tuesday as the United States President Donald Trump unveiled an energy agenda at the start of his second term. The plan, which prioritises maximising US oil and gas production, includes declaring a national energy emergency, rolling back regulatory restrictions and withdrawing the U.S. from an international climate change agreement,...
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WTO explores trade as development tool

World Trade Organisation members convened for a retreat aimed at addressing challenges faced by developing and least-developed countries in global trade. The members convened for the retreat recently in Geneva. In her opening remarks, WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala emphasised the centrality of development in the organisation’s mission. “The development dimension remains central to furthering the...
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Rebased CPI to reflect current price volatility – NBS

The National Bureau of Statistics has disclosed that its rebased Consumer Price Index will better reflect current price volatility and provide a clearer understanding of economic trends in Nigeria. According to a press statement on Monday by the agency’s Director of Communication and Public Relations, Sunday Ichedi, the rebased CPI, which will be unveiled at...
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Dismantle speed bumps on highways, minister orders controllers

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has directed all Federal Controllers of Works to dismantle all speed calming devices/measures (speed breakers or bumps) on federal highways in their respective states. The minister issued the directive during the opening of a two-day retreat organised for highways engineers and management staff of the works ministry. The retreat...
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PEBEC to establish commercial courts, state councils

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council is set to establish commercial courts and subnational councils as part of efforts to improve the country’s business climate. PEBEC noted the establishment of a nationwide presence was central to its 2025 work plan to drive the ease of doing business chiefly through subnational reforms and commercial courts for...
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BVN enrolments hit 64.8m

The total number of Bank Verification Numbers issued in Nigeria climbed to 64.8 million in January 2025, marking a 2.14 per cent increase from the 63.5 million recorded at the end of 2024. In recent data released by the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System, in 2021, BVN enrolment stood at 51.9 million, showcasing the initiative’s early...
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Equity market opens week with N10bn gain

The Nigerian Stock Exchange opened the week on a positive note on Monday, with a market capitalisation increase of N10bn. The All Share Index appreciated by 0.02 per cent, closing at 102,370.62 points, slightly up from 102,353.68 points recorded on the previous trading day. Despite the positive movement, the market is still negative for both...
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