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Federal Government Allocates N249.6 Billion to Health Sector, Aiming for 17,600 Facilities
OCT 28, 7:15 PM
The Federal Government has invested N249.6 billion in the health sector over the past three years, with plans to enhance services across 17,600 facilities. Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, shared these details during a recent briefing in Abuja.
Fidelity Bank Successfully Redeems $400 Million Eurobond Upon Maturity
OCT 28, 6:45 PM
Fidelity Bank Plc has completed the redemption of its $400 million Eurobond, originally issued in October 2021, marking a significant milestone in its financial operations. This five-year bond, which matured on October 28, 2026, featured a coupon rate of 7.625 percent, reinforcing the bank's commitment to fulfilling its financial obligations.
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Senate Urges Tinubu to Honor Late Afenifere Leader Reuben Fasoranti with Institutional Renaming
OCTOBER 28, 5:45 PM•BY The Abuja Times
In a gesture of respect, the Nigerian Senate has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to rename an educational institution in memory of the late Reuben Fasoranti, a prominent Afenifere leader who passed away last week. This tribute reflects the significant impact Fasoranti had on the socio-political landscape of Nigeria.
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GTCO Reports 12% Decline in Nine-Month Profit Amid Rising Costs
Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) has announced a 12% drop in profit for the first nine months of the year, attributing the decline to soaring interest expenses that surged by nearly 28%. Despite an increase in interest income, the financial services group is grappling with the pressures of rising operational costs.
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Corruption Allegations Surface Against Former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika
Former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, faces serious corruption charges related to a controversial N1.3 billion contract awarded to a close associate. Testimonies reveal potential favoritism in the awarding of the Nigeria Air project, raising questions about governance and accountability in Nigeria's aviation sector.
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Nigeria's Economic Outlook Brightens as Fitch Upgrades Credit Rating
The Nigerian government has welcomed Fitch Ratings' decision to upgrade the country's credit outlook from Stable to Positive, attributing the change to improvements in foreign exchange reserves and economic reforms. This development signals growing confidence in Nigeria's economic recovery amid easing inflationary pressures.
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Investigation Reveals 61 Nigerian Officials Connected to $271 Million US Real Estate Holdings
A recent inquiry has unveiled that 61 Nigerian officials are associated with substantial property investments in the United States, totaling $271 million. This revelation raises concerns about the flow of wealth from Nigerian elites into foreign markets and the implications for transparency in governance.
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