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FG seeks digital tools to align with legal standards, intellectual property laws
Peoples Gazette
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August 1, 2025
The federal government has urged the relevant stakeholders to ensure the use of digital tools aligns with legal standards, intellectual property laws, and best practices. It said this became necessary due to the increasing reliance on digital...
FG Directs FMBN To Collaborate With State Governors On Bankable Housing Projects
News Investigators Nigeria
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August 1, 2025
News Investigators/ The Federal Government, has directed the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) to collaborate with state governors on developing bankable housing projects to bring homeownership solutions directly to citizens. The Minister of...
Tosin Bee settles dispute with Real Estate Company
The Nation (Nigeria)
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July 30, 2025
Gospel singer Tosin Bee has expressed gratitude to his fans after a real estate company refunded him after a long-standing dispute. According to Tosin Bee, the issue began in 2018 when he purchased land from the company but received only receipts...
FMBN recovers over N22bn in loan arrears, seeks N500bn recapitalisation to deepen housing finance
Business Day
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August 1, 2025
The Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) has announced the recovery of over N22 billion in loan arrears as part of ongoing institutional reforms aimed at strengthening its financial base and enhancing sustainable housing finance delivery. Shehu...
Navy to establish base in Kebbi, says River Niger haven for arms smugglers, criminals
Peoples Gazette
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August 1, 2025
The Nigerian Navy has concluded arrangements to establish a naval base in Yauri, Kebbi. A delegation from the chief of the naval staff, Emmanuel Ogalla, unveiled the information during a courtesy visit on Governor Nasir Idris at Government House,...
Oyo partners estate surveyors to block looted funds in real estate
Punch
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July 30, 2025
Oyo State Anti-Corruption Agency, on Wednesday, entered into a collaboration with the state branch of the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers to stop the use of looted public funds for real estate in the state. The OYACA Chairman,...
Family-run independent café with South African roots faces rising costs
Bracknell News
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Started by husband-and-wife team Chris and Diane after they moved to Wokingham from South Africa, the town centre café is now nearly five years old. Chris says the cafe has been a good way for them to "get to know the local community" and been the...
Africa explores small modular reactors to plug power gaps
The Citizen
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Nairobi. As global nuclear capacity surges, African nations are turning to SMRs not just for access—but for autonomy, industrialisation, and energy resilience African countries are exploring small modular reactors (SMRs) to deliver clean, reliable...
Comment By United Nation (UN) Human Rights Office Spokesperson Thameen Al-Kheetan On Deaths During Protests In Angola
MENAFN
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August 1, 2025
(MENAFN- African Press Organization) GENEVA, Switzerland, August 1, 2025/APO Group/ -- Authorities in Angola must carry out prompt, thorough and independent investigations into the deaths of at least 22 people, as well as associated human rights...
Deputy President Paul Mashatile denies misuse of public funds amid luxury property claims
IOL
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Deputy President Paul Mashatile has denied allegations that he uses his government position to amass wealth and live in luxury. Speaking at the official opening of the Inkosi Simingaye Shopping Centre on the sideline of KwaXimba near Cato Ridge,...
Delta set to build 400 housing units for civil servants – Commissioner
Blueprint Newspapers Limited
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August 1, 2025
The Delta state government Thursday said over 400 housing units are being targeted by the incumbent administration for civil servants across the state. The Commissioner for Housing, Mr. Godknows Angele, stated this when the executives and members...
82 Division Nigerian Army Denies Allegations of Misconduct in Umualumaku, Imo State
Alexa.ng
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August 1, 2025
82 Division Nigerian Army Denies Allegations of Misconduct in Umualumaku, Imo State Army Describes Claims of Arson, Looting, and Harassment as False and Malicious Imo State, Nigeria — The Nigerian Army’s 82 Division has firmly denied recent...
Simon Ogwu: Agricultural Real Estate Yields Can Boost Income, Improve Mortgage Access
Arise News
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July 30, 2025
The Chief Operating Officer of AG Mortgage Bank, Dr. Simon Ogwu has called for the integration of agricultural income, particularly from oil palm plantations, into the formal banking system as a way of boosting mortgage access and addressing...
House razings to save Niger capital's forest shield dismay locals
Modern Ghana
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Hamissou Issiakou grumbled as he worked to strip bare his house, marked for demolition for illegally encroaching on the tip of green forest that's keeping the expanding desert at bay from Niger's capital. His is one of nearly 500 homes being...
The African activists who challenged colonial-era slavery in...
Modern Ghana
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When historians and the public think about the end of domestic slavery in west Africa, they often imagine colonial governors issuing decrees and missionaries working to end local traffic in enslaved people. Two of my recent publications tell...
FG To Partner With State Govt, Developers On Affordable Housing Projects
Channels TV
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August 1, 2025
In a major announcement, the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has unveiled the Federal Government’s plans for a state-by-state homeownership and housing development campaign, a collaborative initiative with state...
Here's What to Do When Your Car Gets Stolen in Nigeria
Pulse
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August 1, 2025
You’ve just lived every Nigerian driver’s worst fear. Maybe it was at gunpoint, or maybe you returned to find your car gone. Either way, the panic hits fast, and the clock is ticking. This guide breaks down exactly what to do if your car gets...
Why Foreign Investors Lose Money in Ethiopia
New Business Ethiopia
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August 1, 2025
By Andualem Sisay Gessesse – Due Diligence & Corporate Intelligence Consultant | Founder, NewBusinessEthiopia.com – Ethiopia Offers Opportunity — But Not Without Risk. Ethiopia, with over 125 million people and one of Africa’s fastest-growing...
Uzbekistan’s Construction Materials Exports Exceed US$428 Million in the First Half of the Year
UzDaily
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Economy 01/08/2025 Uzbekistan’s Construction Materials Exports Exceed US$428 Million in the First Half of the Year Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — The Uzpromstroymaterialy Association has presented an analysis of Uzbekistan’s construction...
Edward Muriuki appointed Acting Director of Kenya Meteorological Services
Switch TV
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August 1, 2025
Edward Maina Muriuki has been appointed Acting Director of the Kenya Meteorological Services (KMD), following the retirement of Dr. David Gikungu. The appointment was announced by Principal Secretary for Environment and Climate Change Dr. Festus...