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Olukoyede Urges Fintechs to Strengthen Systems Against Fraud, Calls for Closer EFCC Collaboration

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has called on financial technology companies in Nigeria to strengthen their systems against fraud and criminal exploitation. He made this appeal on Thursday, April 30, 2026, during an industry engagement meeting with chief executive officers of fintech firms at the Commission’s headquarters…

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Groups Urge Government to Support Airlines, Warns of Impact of Fare Hike on Nigerians

Concern groups in Nigeria have called on the Federal Government to urgently roll out innovative support measures for domestic airlines amid growing concerns over a possible increase in airfares. This follows comments by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, who hinted at a potential hike in ticket prices to keep airlines operational,…

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EU Commits €235 Million to Tackle Escalating Humanitarian Crises in West and Central Africa

The European Commission has unveiled a €235 million humanitarian aid package aimed at addressing the deepening crises across West and Central Africa, where conflict, hunger, displacement, and climate shocks continue to devastate millions of lives. The funding will target the region’s most vulnerable populations, including those affected by armed conflicts, food insecurity, forced displacement, and…

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FG Unveils Unified System to End Fragmented Aid, Accelerate Poverty Exit

The Federal Government has unveiled a sweeping reform of Nigeria’s humanitarian and poverty reduction architecture, adopting a new unified framework aimed at ending years of fragmented interventions and placing vulnerable citizens on a clear path from survival to self-reliance. At the close of a four-day National Technical Workshop in Abuja, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs…

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Marwa Charges Nigerian Youths on Skills Acquisition, Warns Against Drug Abuse

The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (retd) has urged Nigerian youths to prioritise skills acquisition and empowerment opportunities as a strategic defence against drug abuse, unemployment and other social vices threatening national stability. Marwa gave the charge in Abuja on Thursday while speaking…

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Olukoyede Charges Corps Members to Take Ownership of Corruption Fight

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has urged members of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, to take ownership of the corruption fight by upholding integrity and dedication to honest work, stressing that the  nation’s development is dependent on their commitment to ridding the country of all forms…

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Edo NOA Director Urges Nigerians to Embrace New Tax Laws, Says Reforms Protect Low-Income Earners

The Edo State Director of the National Orientation Agency, Barrister Osahon Woghiren has urged Nigerians to support the new tax laws, saying the reforms are designed to protect low income earners and ensure a fairer distribution of the tax burden. Speaking in Benin City on Tuesday during a public sensitisation programme on Super FM, the…

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ActionAid Nigeria Warns of Rising Debt, Weak Social Spending in 2026 Budget Proposal

ActionAid Nigeria has raised serious concerns over the Federal Government’s proposed 2026 Appropriation Bill, warning that the budget could worsen Nigeria’s debt burden and further sideline key social sectors critical to poverty reduction and inclusive growth. In its review of the ₦58.18 trillion budget proposal, the organisation said the 5.8 per cent increase over the…

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