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FG enforces ‘no-work-no-pay’ policy on striking JOHESU

The Federal Government has directed federal hospitals across the country to immediately enforce a “No Work, No Pay” policy on members of the Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Health Care Professionals participating in the ongoing strike. The government also mandated all federal health institutions to sustain emergency services nationwide despite the continued industrial […]

PwC raises concerns on effects of FG's tax on bank profits
Food

Nigeria to face worsening food insecurity crisis in 2026 — PwC

Nigeria is projected to face a worsening food security crisis in 2026, with as many as 34.7 million people at risk of acute food insecurity. The projection is contained in PwC’s Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026 report titled “Turning Macroeconomic Stability into Sustainable Growth.” The report warned that without urgent and coordinated policy interventions, existing challenges […]

Umahi threatens MTN over Enugu-Onitsha road, orders N15bn monthly payment
Transportation

Lagos-Calabar Highway is taking shape, Umahi assures

The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, has said that the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is already serving its intended purpose as the Federal Government intensifies efforts to complete Section One of the project. Umahi made the remark on Saturday during an inspection tour of the highway. “I am very eager to see how we can […]

2023 budget: ASUU threatens strike over unreleased N170bn
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FG, ASUU to sign 40% salary increase agreement Wednesday

The Federal Government is set to formally sign an agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities following several weeks of negotiations between both parties. The impending agreement is believed to be connected to the 40 per cent salary increase for academic staff proposed by the Federal Government last month and subsequently accepted by the […]

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Ondo doctors threaten strike over unmet federal agreements

Doctors in Ondo State under the Association of Resident Doctors at the Federal Medical Centre, Owo, have urged the Federal Government to take urgent steps to prevent a breakdown in healthcare delivery across the country. The doctors declared their readiness to join the nationwide strike scheduled to commence on Monday, following the directive of their […]

Finance

Naira records first weekly gain as FX liquidity improves

The naira recorded its first weekly gain of the year on Friday at the official foreign exchange market, appreciating by N7.68 as improved liquidity, supported by the Central Bank of Nigeria, strengthened market sentiment. The appreciation followed a rebound in dollar supply, which increased by 38 per cent month on month in December 2025, largely […]

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KPMG misunderstood new tax laws, says Oyedele

The Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele, has defended the Nigeria Tax Act clarifying the policy intent behind the legislation and stating that KPMG Nigeria misunderstood the reform. Oyedele made the clarification in a statement issued on Saturday in response to KPMG’s analysis of the Nigeria Tax Act, in […]

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Travel

US raises premium immigration processing fees by 5.6%

The United States Department of Homeland Security has announced an average increase of 5.6 per cent in premium processing fees for immigration applications across all categories. The adjustment is aimed at protecting the agency’s budget from the impact of rising inflation and increasing operational costs. The revised fees are scheduled to take effect on March […]

Oil and Gas

Trump pushes US oil firms toward Venezuela investment

United States President Donald Trump on Friday urged top oil executives to invest in Venezuela’s vast crude oil reserves, but his appeal was received cautiously, with a leading chief executive describing the country as “uninvestable” without sweeping reforms. During a White House meeting, Trump told industry leaders that his administration, rather than authorities in Caracas, […]

Finance

Nigeria’s GDP to grow above 4% in 2026 – Analysts

Nigeria’s economy is projected to record stronger growth this year, with analysts forecasting real Gross Domestic Product expansion of about 4.4 per cent as the impact of ongoing reforms continues to shape economic performance. According to BusinessDay, the growth projection is supported by assessments from the Central Bank of Nigeria, leading economists and reputable investment […]

Finance

Saudi market opening raises stakes for Nigeria’s capital flows

Saudi Arabia has announced plans to fully open its financial markets to all foreign investors from February 1, a move aimed at attracting overseas capital, boosting liquidity and accelerating the kingdom’s economic diversification agenda. The decision forms part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 reforms and is expected to reshape global investment flows, strengthen market depth […]

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Nigeria’s five most visited tourist destinations in 2025

Nigeria’s tourism sector in 2025 showed a clear recovery marked by renewed travel confidence, expanding domestic tourism, and growing international interest in the country’s culture, nature, and heritage. Across major cities, conservation centres, and historic landmarks, visitor movement reflected strong interest in destinations that offered accessibility, rich experiences, and compelling storytelling. An assessment of visitor […]