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Economy/Business

North-East defined by ideas, resilience, not challenges – NGX Chairman

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Nigeria’s economic future hinges on strategically investing in its youth, who represent over 60% of the population, to transform them from job seekers into enterprise creators. The Nigerian Exchange Group advocates for a capital market that bridges talent and capital, emphasizing that empowering youth with financial knowledge and funding access is essential for national progress. A key insight is the need to redefine regions like the North-East by their inherent resilience and ambition, not their challenges, to unlock their full economic potential. This requires a dual commitment

Economy/Business

Tinubu’s Forex reforms attract unprecedented investments – NGX boss

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Nigeria’s foreign exchange reforms, while initially painful, have catalyzed a dramatic economic turnaround by establishing a unified, market-driven currency system that has restored investor confidence. This is evidenced by the tripling of the stock market’s capitalization to nearly N100 trillion, a surge in foreign direct investment, and reduced corporate reliance on central bank forex. The resulting stability has lowered inflation and interest rates, enabling businesses to recover and post strong profits. Ultimately, these policies have transformed the business landscape, attracting new listings

Uncategorized

Joshua ends Paul experiment with sixth-round ķnockout in Miami

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Anthony Joshua’s decisive sixth-round knockout of Jake Paul starkly exposed the dangerous mismatch between elite professional boxers and celebrity novices, despite Paul’s brief survival. The predictable outcome, streamed globally on Netflix, has intensified scrutiny over the safety and legitimacy of such crossover events. Joshua’s victory solidifies his path toward a long-anticipated 2026 showdown with Tyson Fury, while Paul’s defeat underscores the vast gulf in skill and power at the highest level. Ultimately, the event served as a

Defence/Security

Bandits, criminals will not find it easy in 2026 – Guards Brigade Commander

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The Guards Brigade, responsible for securing Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory, declares a decisive escalation against criminal elements in 2026, building on its 2025 successes in clearing bandit strongholds through joint operations. While its core mandate is presidential protection, the Brigade has expanded its role to actively ensure regional safety, attributing its effectiveness to inter-agency collaboration and rigorous troop training. The clear warning to criminals signals a shift from reactive defense to sustained, preemptive military pressure, aiming to deny them any

Community

Group brings yuletide cheer, charity support to underprivileged in Abakaliki

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The Urban Progressives Movement (UPM) executed a targeted yuletide CSR initiative in Abakaliki, distributing food and cash to over 400 underprivileged households to provide material relief and foster community solidarity. This non-political effort is distinguished by its dual focus on direct humanitarian aid and the strategic promotion of societal values, positioning charity as a core community responsibility. The initiative successfully garnered endorsements from local leaders and government officials, who praised it as a replicable model for corporate citizenship. Ultimately

Economy/Business

Weekly Review: Equities investors record N1.67trn gain

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The Nigerian stock market demonstrated robust growth for the week ending December 20, 2025, with the NGX All-Share Index rising 1.76% and investors gaining N1.673 trillion in wealth. While the market breadth narrowed slightly, the Financial Services and ICT sectors dominated trading activity, accounting for the majority of turnover volume and value. Notably, the NGX AFR Bank Value and Oil & Gas indices were outliers, posting minor declines amidst the broader rally. This performance underscores sustained investor

Banking

Wema Bank awards N120m to startups to boost innovation

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Wema Bank is strategically investing in Nigeria’s economic future by treating youth-led tech innovation as a core business imperative, not just philanthropy. Through its Hackaholics initiative, the bank is building a national innovation ecosystem, providing substantial financial grants and intellectual support to empower problem-solvers from the undergraduate level. The program’s philosophy centers on transforming local African challenges into global opportunities by developing solutions with both local relevance and scalable impact. This long-term capacity-building approach aims to position Nigeria as a future unicorn

Defence/Security

NDA Cadet graduates from UK Royal Air Force College, wins prestigious award

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Officer Cadet YB Usman of the Nigerian Defence Academy has achieved a significant international milestone by graduating from the UK’s Royal Air Force College Cranwell and winning the prestigious British Aerospace Systems Trophy for top academic performance. This accomplishment underscores the high caliber of training and global exposure provided by the NDA, validating its standards on a world-class stage. The award highlights not only the individual excellence of Cadet Usman but also signals the potential for enhanced military cooperation and professional development between Nigeria and the United

General News

Tertiary healthcare institutions honour Prof. Sale

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Prof. Shehu Sale has been honored with an Award of Excellence for his transformative leadership as Medical Director of Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital Kware, where he modernized the facility into an integrated healthcare center. His unique legacy includes establishing Nigeria’s first School of Nursing Science within a psychiatric hospital, creating a new model for mental health education and care. This recognition underscores the critical impact of strategic leadership in advancing specialized medical infrastructure and services. His work sets a benchmark for driving systemic improvement in tertiary healthcare institutions

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