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Unilever Nigeria boosts shareholder payments despite small profit rise
Unilever Nigeria rewards shareholders with a significant payout despite only a small profit increase. The company reported a profit of N15.6 billion.
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31 Companies Win 37 Oil and Gas Blocks in Nigeria's 2025 Licensing Round
A total of 31 companies won 37 oil and gas blocks in Nigeria's 2025 Licensing Round, with strong interest in frontier basins like the Benue Trough.
Metro
Bauchi State gives N625m startup grants to 1,250 young people
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has launched N625 million in grants for 1,250 youths and women to enhance farming and agribusiness in the region.
Metro
Police Stop Bandits, Recover 11 Stolen Cattle in Sokoto
The Sokoto State Police have thwarted a bandit attack and recovered 11 stolen cattle. Multiple suspects linked to various crimes have been arrested.
Politics
Senate Committee Oversight on AMCON Chair and Future Plans
The Senate Committee on Banking has instructed AMCON to prepare a detailed report on its activities. This comes as they consider a new chairman for the corporation.
Politics
New troubles for Ondo Assembly over ₦44 million fund scandal
The Ondo State House of Assembly is in turmoil as Speaker Olamide Oladiji faces corruption allegations over ₦44 million. Calls for his resignation are increasing.
Metro
Gunmen Attack Anambra Community, Four Dead and Houses Burned
Four herders were killed in Agu-Ifite Awka, Anambra, during a gunmen attack. The police are investigating the incident and condemned the violence.
Politics
PRP leader calls for calm campaigns for the 2027 elections
Yakubu Kingsley, former PRP presidential candidate, urges political parties to run peaceful campaigns for the 2027 elections and avoid hate speech.
Politics
British High Commissioner praises Tinubu’s economic changes before leaving Nigeria
Outgoing British High Commissioner Richard Montgomery supports President Tinubu's economic reforms, noting their potential for long-term growth despite immediate challenges.
Politics
Ebonyi State Government to Control House Rents and Agent Fees
The Ebonyi State Executive Council aims to send bills to regulate house rents and agent fees. This move is to protect tenants from arbitrary charges.
Metro
Why lower Naira notes are hard to find - Cardoso
Olayemi Cardoso, the CBN Governor, states that lower Naira notes are scarce due to less demand as Nigeria shifts towards digital payments.
Politics
Nigeria and Germany to Meet for Important Talks
Nigerian and German ministers will meet to strengthen relations and discuss key areas like investment, renewable energy, and education.