World Bank urges Nigeria’s states to turn revenue gains into better services
A World Bank review says Nigeria’s states have more resources but must show stronger results in education, health and public services.
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Tinubu seeks wider Nigeria–Brazil cooperation after Lula’s re-election
Nigeria’s president outlined trade, energy, agriculture and technology as areas for closer cooperation with Brazil.
Nigerian firm builds compressors to expand Escravos–Lagos gas pipeline flow
Lee Engineering is building two Edo State compressor stations intended to help the Escravos–Lagos pipeline reach its expanded design capacity.
Nigeria’s state police proposal clears vote in 24 state assemblies
A proposed constitutional change for a dual policing system has met the state-assembly approval threshold, the presidential working group says.
How Arogundade is linking Nigeria’s skills training to jobs and income
A Nigerian poverty-reduction programme combines vocational training, certificates, equipment and startup support, with reported participation in Abuja and Oyo.
NELFUND says Nigerian student loans are voluntary
The fund says eligible students who genuinely need support may apply; loans are interest-free, with repayment obligations under the Student Loans Act.
Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo fuels grief, fear and stigma
Families in Ituri are coping with bereavement and isolation as health workers describe the psychological toll of Congo’s Ebola outbreak.
South Africa closes Eastern Cape beaches after fatal shark attack
A 65-year-old woman died after an attack at Orient Beach; authorities closed it and nearby Eastern Beach while an inquest continues.
Ethiopia’s Abiy warns Eritrea over alleged rebel support
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed warned Eritrea against supporting rebels in Tigray, raising concern about renewed tensions between the neighbours.
Abyei market drone strike kills at least 153, local official says
A local official blamed Sudan’s military for the strike; the army said it targeted fuel tankers, while the AP could not verify the intended targets.