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SUNU Health wins customer-focused health insurance company of the year award

SUNU Health Nigeria Limited has been named Most Customer-Focused Health Insurance Company of the Year, reinforcing its position as a leading player in Nigeria’s Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO) sector. The award was presented at the Customer Service Standard Magazine Awards 2025, held on December 11, 2025, at the Protea Hotel, Lagos. The recognition highlights the […]

State police bill scales second reading at House of Reps
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Survey shows 70% of Nigerians back state police

A nationwide survey conducted by the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre has revealed that 70 per cent of Nigerians support the establishment of state police alongside the Federal Police. The survey, carried out in November 2025, examined public awareness and perceptions of Nigeria’s ongoing Constitution Review process and identified priority areas where citizens are calling […]

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Why African migrant workers still face abuse, descrimination globally – ITUC

The African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation has warned that Africa’s migrant workers continue to endure widespread exploitation, abuse and insecurity despite the presence of regional and global protection frameworks. In a statement issued on December 18 and signed by the General Secretary of ITUC-Africa, Akhator Odigie, the organisation said Africa remains […]

Telcos seek price hike, present demand to lawmakers
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Airtel, Starlink partner to expand satellite mobile connectivity

Airtel Nigeria has attributed the growing viability of satellite-based telecommunications services to recent technological advancements pioneered by SpaceX’s Starlink, noting that such innovations have made satellite connectivity both efficient and affordable. The explanation was given by the Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Nigeria, Dinesh Balsingh, while responding to questions from journalists during the formal announcement […]

TikTok launches campus verification to help students connect
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TikTok signs US deal to avoid ban threat

TikTok has announced that it has signed a joint venture agreement with a group of investors that will allow the company to continue operating in the United States and avert the threat of a ban linked to its Chinese ownership. According to an internal memo obtained by AFP, TikTok Chief Executive Officer, Shou Chew, informed […]

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Naira fluctuates as official, parallel rates narrow

The Nigerian Naira continued to experience fluctuations against the United States Dollar as trading opened on Friday, December 19, 2025. Data from the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market and various segments of the parallel market indicated a slight narrowing of the gap between official and unofficial exchange rates. At the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, the Naira […]

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Dangote Refinery PMS supply to crash petrol prices — IPMAN

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria has called on its members nationwide to patronise the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in the purchase of Premium Motor Spirit noting that the refinery currently offers the most affordable prices for marketers, even as free delivery is expected to commence in January 2026. The association expressed satisfaction over a […]

Economy

Ondo deep seaport to boost regional trade — Aiyedatiwa

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has said the proposed Ondo Deep Sea Port will function as a major hub for international trade, with benefits extending beyond Ondo State to Nigeria and neighbouring West African countries. The governor made this known after receiving the revalidated licence for the Ondo Deep Sea Port project from the Minister […]

Business

PenCom unveils pension industry healthcare program for retirees

The National Pension Commission has revealed plans to launch the Pension Industry Healthcare Initiative, starting with a pilot phase in March 2026 that will serve 30,000 low-income retirees nationwide. PenCom Director-General, Omolola Oloworaran, made the disclosure at the commission’s 2025 media conference in Lagos on Thursday, according to NAN. The PenCare initiative aims to offer […]

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Nigerian crude struggles to find buyers amid global oversupply – Report 

Nigerian crude oil sellers are facing weak demand on the global market, even as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has raised concerns over limited local feedstock supply. A Reuters report on Thursday said West African crude sellers are struggling to place cargoes scheduled for late December and January loading, as they face stiff competition from abundant […]

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Reps blame DisCos for poor electricity supply 13 years after privatisation

The House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee investigating expenditure in Nigeria’s power sector has accused electricity Distribution Companies of shortchanging Nigerians and failing to fulfil the promises that led to the privatisation of the industry 13 years ago. The allegations were raised on Thursday during the resumed investigative hearing of the committee, where officials of the […]

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Tinubu approves reconstitution of NERC board

President Bola Tinubu has officially approved the reconstitution of the Board of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission. This decision follows the successful confirmation of the board members by the Senate on December 16. The announcement was made public through a statement released on Thursday by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information […]