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BUSINESSDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n

Europe sends troops to Greenland as Trump renews claim on Arctic island<\/p>\n

Tax overhaul turns crypto from escape hatch to tax base<\/p>\n

Nigeria, South Africa, two others exit EU\u2013FATF high-risk list<\/p>\n

What to know about Nigeria’s 15.15% inflation rate for December<\/p>\n

NESG projects naira to trade at N1,480 with $52bn reserves<\/p>\n

Sustaining Africa\u2019s economic resilience hinges on intra-trade, local investments, new partnerships<\/p>\n

Former Nigeria statistics chief warns inflation overhaul may mask real cost-of-living crisis<\/p>\n

2027: Atiku\u2019s son dumps PDP for APC, endorses Tinubu for second term<\/p>\n

AFCON 2025: CAF bans Samuel Eto\u2019o over Cameroon\u2013Morocco clash<\/p>\n

WORLD IN BRIEF: Saudi Arabia shuts airspace to US, Trump says Ukraine delaying peace deal, other stories<\/p>\n

Nigeria\u2019s Tax Act does not impose new VAT on banking charges \u2013 NRS<\/p>\n

VANGUARD<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2018We are not afraid\u2019 of diplomatic clash with US \u2014 Venezuela leader<\/p>\n

My AFCON 2025 Observatory: Nigeria didn\u2019t lose to Morocco, we lost to f<\/p>\n

Hunger, deaths in wake of demolitions at Makoko, Sogunro<\/p>\n

FG welcomes European Commission\u2019s removal of Nigeria from AML\/CFT<\/p>\n

My son\u2019s defection to APC personal to him \u2013 Atiku<\/p>\n

Iran halted 800 protester executions White House<\/p>\n

DPP advice has brought closure to my family tragedy Akingboyes widow<\/p>\n

Alleged $4.5bn fraud: EFCC pressured my client to implicate Emefiele Defence lawyer<\/p>\n

Dangote splashes N15bn in gifts, cash to appreciate cement distributors at awards nite<\/p>\n

Sokoto Govt debunks banditry claims, confirms Tidibale community safe<\/p>\n

Atikus son defects to APC, pledges support for Tinubus second term as Barau backs move<\/p>\n

Danjuma, Yayale Ahmed, Sanusi, others pay tribute to late education Icon, Prof. Baike<\/p>\n

PDP installs caretaker committees in five strategic states<\/p>\n

Tax Reform more crucial than fuel subsidy removal Oyedele<\/p>\n

Fresh herders attack in Benue claims two lives, forces communities to flee in Kwande<\/p>\n

Sokoto govt debunks banditry claims, says Tidibale community safe<\/p>\n

AIbom: Why we arrested, arraigned Ekids Princess Odoito Police<\/p>\n

ADC faults Tinubus absence on Armed Forces Remembrance Day<\/p>\n

Tinubus security efforts will soon end terrorism Soludo<\/p>\n

Tinubu pledges continued support for Nigerias creative talents, congratulates AFRIMA winners<\/p>\n

Northern Groups plan Sixty years without the Sardauna summit to rethink regions future<\/p>\n

NRS clarifies VAT on bank transactions, says no new tax introduced<\/p>\n

Tinubu reaffirms commitment to welfare dignity of Nigerias armed forces<\/p>\n

Nigerias inflation rate falls to 15.15% in December 2025<\/p>\n

Nigerias oil output drops 8.3% to 1.544m bpd<\/p>\n

5 European countries that allow international students to study with their families<\/p>\n

I dont know my future as Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle<\/p>\n

Full List: 15 countries qualified for FIFA World Cup 2026 hit by US visa restrictions<\/p>\n

Dangote Refinery boosts domestic petrol supply by 64% as imports decline<\/p>\n

Tinubu honors fallen heroes, reaffirms support for armed forces on remembrance day<\/p>\n

Alleged Defamation: Akpabio has yet to withdraw cases against me Natasha<\/p>\n

Impeachment: Rivers Assembly silent over resumption of legislative activities<\/p>\n

WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons draw Zambia, Malawi, Egypt In Group C<\/p>\n

Omatu brothers deaths show Nigeria failed its citizens Peter Obi<\/p>\n

LIRS reiterates January 31st deadline for employers annual tax returns filing<\/p>\n

Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Aiyedatiwa unveils 50m lifeline for widows of fallen heroes<\/p>\n

Ododo orders demolition of criminal hideout in Okene<\/p>\n

PDP harps on improved welfare packages for security personnel<\/p>\n

Nigeria exits EU high-risk list, boosts investor confidence Edun<\/p>\n

2027 politics biggest test of economic reforms NESG<\/p>\n

IMF urges FG, states to prove spending quality to protect households<\/p>\n

Recapitalisation: CBN will ensure stronger banks drive credit growth toward $1trn economy Abdullahi<\/p>\n

PUNCH<\/strong><\/p>\n

Counter-insurgency campaigns: US votes $413m for security operations in Nigeria, others<\/p>\n

Rivers crisis: Assembly shelves sitting amid rumoured plot against Speaker<\/p>\n

My son\u2019s defection to APC a ‘personal choice’, says Atiku<\/p>\n

Atiku\u2019s son dumps PDP for APC, backs Tinubu\u2019s second term<\/p>\n

VAT applies only to bank service charges, not transfers \u2014 NRS<\/p>\n

IMF chief visits Ukraine to secure $8bn survival loan<\/p>\n

Alaafin absent as Olubadan emerges Oyo council of obas’ chair<\/p>\n

Govt promises action as 9,130 Osun retirees demand retirement benefits<\/p>\n

Abducted Oyo APC chieftain recounts ordeal<\/p>\n

EU removes Nigeria from high-risk financial list<\/p>\n

Nigeria’s headline inflation eased to 15.15% in December 2025 – NBS<\/p>\n

ADC faults Tinubus absence as Nigeria honours fallen heroes<\/p>\n

Nigeria hit 85% capital spending after 2024 budget extension Edun<\/p>\n

Gombe honours fallen heroes, urges citizens to support security agencies<\/p>\n

JUST IN: Shettima presides over NEC meeting<\/p>\n

Police arraign Akwa Ibom activist over defamation<\/p>\n

Fubara orders immediate employment for children of fallen heroes<\/p>\n

Oyedele denies suspension of tax laws guidelines<\/p>\n

London risks mass job loss from AI – Mayor<\/p>\n

NIS updates passport tracking system to aid applicants<\/p>\n

Banditry in Benue could trigger hunger, Ex-AGF warns<\/p>\n

NDLEA loses bid to stop Proxy Club reopening<\/p>\n

Police arrest two teenagers for homosexual assault on minors<\/p>\n

Edo protest: Detained AAU students regain freedom<\/p>\n

Armed Forces Remembrance Day: PDP faction seeks enhanced welfare for military personnel<\/p>\n

Abducted Edo doctor regains freedom after N50m ransom<\/p>\n

JUST IN: Court strikes out FGs criminal charges against Natasha<\/p>\n

FG bars signature bonus refund as oil reforms continue<\/p>\n

Nigeria exits acute economic crisis as NESG forecasts 5.5% growth<\/p>\n

Naira stability, food supply to drive down inflation Expert<\/p>\n

THISDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n

Equities Market Ends Nine-day Positive Run, Drops by N458bn<\/p>\n

Dangote Refinery: Fuel Scarcity Gone With Subsidy, Supply of Premium Quality Fuel Our Commitment<\/p>\n

DG SEC Meets IGP, Seeks Stronger Inter-Agency Collaboration to Tackle Cybercrime<\/p>\n

Radda Vows to Sustain Community-Based Security Initiatives in Katsina<\/p>\n

Court Strikes Out Cybercrime Charge Against Akpoti-Uduaghan<\/p>\n

EKEDC Announces Olubunmi Peters As New Board Chairman, Wola Joseph-Condotti Interim CEO<\/p>\n

Sterling Bank, Ecobank, 22 Other Banks Meet CBN Recapitalisation Thresholds Ahead of 2026 Deadline<\/p>\n

Edun: Nigerias Economy to Grow by 4.68% in 2026<\/p>\n

Tinubu Okays Carbon Market Framework to Generate $3bn by 2030<\/p>\n

Golden Crown Casino in Australia: Legal Framework and Regulation<\/p>\n

Tinubu, Mark, Sanwo-Olu, Ododo, Idris Mourn Mohammed, Newswatch Co-founder<\/p>\n

Owo Church Attack: Witness Tells Court How He Waded Through Corpses Searching for Son<\/p>\n

Former LP Guber Candidate, Pela Energises ADC Delta Central<\/p>\n

Oborevwori Gifts Delta Monarchs 65 SUVs<\/p>\n

2027: Group Initiates Process to Birth Igbo Political Charter<\/p>\n

Obidients Urge Otti to Join ADC, Resolve to Thwart Former Governors Plan to Retake Abia in 2027<\/p>\n

Cleric Warns of Widespread Destruction, WantsReturn to True Worship<\/p>\n

GUARDIAN<\/strong><\/p>\n

How my mum persuaded me to date Rihanna A$AP Rocky<\/p>\n

Alleged \u20a6110.4bn fraud: EFCC tenders fresh bank records against Yahaya Bello, others
\nEFCC pressured my client to implicate Emefiele, defence lawyer tells court<\/p>\n

Kano govt rallies Yoruba community to sustain peaceful coexistence<\/p>\n

Bauchi govt mobilises experts, raises climate assembly against bush burning<\/p>\n

NIPR defends FGs decision to engage foreign lobbyists<\/p>\n

Olubadan reads riot act to land grabbers, sets up legal committee<\/p>\n

Makinde names Olubadan as chairman of Oyo traditional council<\/p>\n

Group warns against derogatory utterances against Alaafin<\/p>\n

KNUCKS: Inside the life of A Fine African Man<\/p>\n

How poor officiating cost Super Eagles AFCON final ticket Analyst<\/p>\n

Luis Enrique remains confident in PSG despite cup loss<\/p>\n

52 AAU students regain freedom after Ekpoma unrest<\/p>\n

Customs, NSCDC deepen border ties against smuggling<\/p>\n

Customs, NSCDC deepen border ties against smuggling<\/p>\n

NDLEA nabs three, confiscates 115 bags of cannabis in Ogun<\/p>\n

Wike absent as Shettima, Akpabio, others honour fallen heroes in Abuja<\/p>\n

What are the Marriage Customs in Nigeria<\/p>\n

Emir Sanusi II admitted to study Law at Kano University<\/p>\n

One hospitalised as truck carrying raw materials catches fire in Oyo<\/p>\n

Fire guts filling station in Jos<\/p>\n

Woman, a Pap smear could save your life<\/p>\n

INEC, NUJ forge alliance to deepen voter education in Oyo<\/p>\n

FGASUU agreement grants professors 100% salary as pension, gives female lecturers 6-month maternity leave<\/p>\n

Edo doctor regains freedom after two weeks in captivity<\/p>\n

2027: Early APC campaign in Oyo shows fear, desperation, says Agbarapo<\/p>\n

EFCC moves to probe Bomadi council boss over alleged N800m illegal loan<\/p>\n

NATION<\/strong><\/p>\n

I want written agreement before Ill join APC -Kwankwaso<\/p>\n

LASG strengthens mental health support for survivors of gender-based violence<\/p>\n

Lassa fever death toll hit 215 in 2025, fatality rate exceeds 2024 level NCDC<\/p>\n

Lagos steps up support for artisans, targets global job opportunities<\/p>\n

FG, Legion plan affordable housing scheme for military veterans<\/p>\n

JUST IN: Inflation drops to 15.15% in December as NBS adjusts methodology<\/p>\n

Indigenes responsible for kidnapping in Ekpoma, says Okpebholo<\/p>\n

2026 budget: NIWA earmarks 16.09b for purchase of boats, dredging, others<\/p>\n

Tinubu greets APC stalwart, Hafiz Kawu, on birthday<\/p>\n

Aiyedatiwa approves N50m loan interest-free for widows of fallen heroes in Ondo<\/p>\n

Court adjourns Nnajis suit over service gaps, sets Feb. 26 for hearing<\/p>\n

Davido, Peller lost $50,000, $3,000 bets on Nigeria to win Morocco<\/p>\n

Experts say Dangote Refinery can unlock thousands of maritime jobs<\/p>\n

Tinubu salutes Rema, Burna Boy, others as Nigeria shines at 9th AFRIMA<\/p>\n

NRS clarifies VAT on bank charges, says transfers not taxed<\/p>\n

Police uncover another self-kidnap case in Ekpoma<\/p>\n

Ogun launches initiatives to boost food production, support farmers<\/p>\n

FULL LIST: Tiwa Savage, Ayra Starr, Wizkid, others nominated for 2026 MOBO awards<\/p>\n

Oborevwori, service commanders, others honour Nigerias fallen heroes<\/p>\n

Osun 2026: Ogunsua prays for Oyebamiji, hosts 5,000 APC supporters<\/p>\n

Delta council boss, five others dragged to EFCC over alleged N800m loan scam<\/p>\n

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DAILY TRUST<\/strong><\/p>\n

Father, son killed in fresh attack on Benue community<\/p>\n

Inflation drops to 15.15% in December NBS<\/p>\n

WORD-FOR-WORD: What Taiwo Oyedele said about Tax laws at 2026 Economic Outlook (Video)<\/p>\n

Dangote supplied 32m litres of petrol NMDPRA<\/p>\n

Rivers Assembly fails to resume plenary after impeachment notice against Fubara<\/p>\n

Tinubu absent as Shettima presides over Armed Forces Remembrance Day<\/p>\n

FG approves recruitment of 350 staff as UNILAG holds 56th convocation<\/p>\n

Kano suspends doctors who left scissors in patients stomach<\/p>\n

Bandits kidnap 23 in Sokoto village<\/p>\n

FG approves 40% pay rise for lecturers, N1.7m extra for professors annually<\/p>\n

US pulls personnel from Qatar as Iran warns of response to attack<\/p>\n

Over 500 cattle rustled as bandits raid Zamfara market<\/p>\n

FG does not pay ransom for kidnapped victims Defence minister<\/p>\n

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