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Shell says President Tinubu’s leadership has restored investor confidence, inspiring plans to invest up to $20 billion in Nigeria’s energy sector.

Ebonyi State Finance Commissioner Leonard Uguru says the new federal tax reform exempts low-income earners below ₦1.2 million annually while placing higher tax obligations on wealthy individuals.

Nigerian universities warn of funding shortfalls as rising costs threaten campus operations and academic stability.

The Federal Government has launched a digital portal for the $25 million Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund, giving indigenous shipowners access to long-awaited funding for vessel acquisition. The initiative aims to boost local participation in shipping, create jobs, and strengthen Nigeria’s maritime industry.

Former pension reforms chief Abdulrasheed Maina has reappeared publicly after serving a prison term, receiving an award from the NBA Garki Branch in Abuja. At the event, he called for renewed investigations into former Attorney General Abubakar Malami while revisiting his conviction, whistleblower claims, and asset recovery issues that continue to generate public debate.

Rising transport fares across Nigerian cities spark complaints from commuters struggling with increasing living costs.

Healthcare workers warn that drug shortages in public hospitals are worsening, affecting patient treatment and care nationwide.

Ride-hailing drivers threaten nationwide shutdown over high commission rates and rising fuel and maintenance costs.

University lecturers have issued fresh strike threats over unresolved funding, welfare, and salary issues with the Federal Government.

Fuel scarcity fears are rising nationwide as marketers clash with the Federal Government over pricing, logistics costs, and supply sustainability.