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Fidelity Bank, Foremost Radiology Champion Early Breast Cancer Detection
As Nigeria joins the global campaign for breast cancer awareness, Fidelity Bank Plc and Foremost Radiology are encouraging women to recognise possible warning signs, seek professional medical advice and take timely action when they notice unusual changes.
ZENITH BANK TO LAUNCH MAIDEN GIRL-CHILD EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMME
Zenith Bank Plc is set to launch the maiden edition of its Girl-Child Empowerment Programme, an initiative aimed at inspiring young girls to dream boldly, develop the skills and confidence to pursue their aspirations, and prepare for meaningful opportunities in the future.
Tinubu hails World Bank report, says economic reforms delivering results
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed the World Bank’s October 2026 Nigeria Development Update, describing its findings as further evidence that his administration’s economic reforms are yielding results and laying the foundation for sustained economic growth.
Lagos Agric Supervisors Rally 57 Councils to Boost Food Security
Agriculture Supervisors across the 57 Local Government and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in Lagos State have rallied behind the state government’s drive to boost food production, empower farmers and strengthen food security through increased grassroots participation and collaboration across the agricultural value chain.
NNPC extends petrol discount to October 31, insists no fuel subsidy restoration
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has extended its petrol discount across all NNPC Retail stations nationwide until October 31, 2026, insisting the move is a customer relief initiative, not a return of fuel subsidy.
Mosan-Okunola empowers over 150 youths with digital skills, start-up support
Mosan-Okunola Local Council Development Area (LCDA), in partnership with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, has graduated over 150 youths trained in Digital Marketing and Digital Fashion Illustration as part of efforts to promote digital inclusion, vocational skills development and economic independence.
Taiwo Oyedele shares insight on 30-day fuel discount
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has clarified that the 30-day petrol price discount introduced by NNPC Retail is not a return to fuel subsidy, saying the reduction is being funded entirely from the company’s profit margin.
Nigeria risks economic setback if petrol subsidy returns — Oyedele
TheFederal Government has warned that restoring the petroleum subsidy could expose Nigeria to fresh economic challenges, including pressure on the naira and higher petrol prices.
Tourism minister presents hand-drawn portrait to Tinubu in Lagos
The Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has presented President Bola Tinubu with a hand-drawn portrait of him and his late mother.
Fidelity Bank Strengthens Food Security Drive with Distribution of 2,500 Food Packs in Edo
As part of its commitment to supporting vulnerable communities and boosting food security across Nigeria, Fidelity Bank Plc has distributed essential food supplies to more than 2,500 beneficiaries across eight communities in Uromi, Irrua, Edo State, under its Fidelity Food Bank initiative.