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Ogun Assembly Directs TRACE to Tackle Indiscriminate Parking Under Kuto Flyover
The Ogun State House of Assembly has instructed the State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE) to immediately address the problem of indiscriminate vehicle parking beneath the Kuto Flyover in Abeokuta. The directive aims to enforce traffic regulations, improve public safety, and ease traffic flow around the Kuto Roundabout. The directive was issued by the
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Gold Hits Record High as Silver Joins Rally to New Peak
Gold extended its record-breaking rally on Tuesday, approaching the $4,500 per ounce mark, as a weaker U.S. dollar, geopolitical uncertainty, and strong safe-haven demand bolstered investor interest. Meanwhile, silver surged to an all-time high, outpacing gold with a 142% year-to-date gain, highlighting the strong momentum in precious metals markets. Gold Climbs to Record Levels Spot
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Okonjo-Iweala Commissions Abia Electric Buses, Urges Action Against Pollution
World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Mrs. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has called for global cooperation in addressing pollution and climate change. She made the remarks on Monday in Umuahia while commissioning electric buses procured by the Abia State government. Okonjo-Iweala emphasized the importance of supporting initiatives that promote a safe climate for public health. “One of the
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European Construction Stocks Face Reality Check After Record Gains
European construction stocks have been among the standout performers in 2025, fueled by investor enthusiasm over Germany’s infrastructure stimulus, hopes for Ukraine’s reconstruction, and the growing AI-related construction boom. However, analysts caution that the sector’s rich valuations may limit further upside without tangible contract wins. Record Gains in European Construction The STOXX Construction Sector Index
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Nigerian Government Explains Cooperation with France Amid West African Pullback
The Nigerian government has justified its ongoing cooperation with France at a time when several West African countries are distancing themselves from the former colonial power. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, spoke on Monday during the end-of-year press briefing in Abuja, explaining that Nigeria maintains an open and pragmatic approach to international
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Novo Nordisk Shares Jump 7.5% After FDA Approves Oral Weight-Loss Pill
Novo Nordisk (NOVOb.CO) shares surged 7.5% in early trading on Tuesday following the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s approval of its oral weight-loss pill, Wegovy. The approval positions the Danish pharmaceutical company at the forefront of the rapidly expanding obesity treatment market, giving it a crucial first-mover advantage over competitors. First-Mover Advantage in Obesity Treatment
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NSA Hands Over Remaining 130 St Mary’s Catholic School Pupils, Teachers to Niger Governor
The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has officially handed over the remaining 130 kidnapped students and teachers of St Mary’s Catholic School to Niger State Governor Mohammed Umar Bago. This follows the earlier handover of 100 students on December 8, 2025. The ceremony took place at the Government House in Minna, with Ribadu
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European Shares Mixed as Consumer and Energy Stocks Offset Healthcare Gains
European stock markets were largely muted on Tuesday, as gains in the healthcare sector, led by Novo Nordisk, were balanced by declines in consumer-facing and energy stocks. Investors remained cautious ahead of key U.S. economic data, including third-quarter GDP figures. Pan-European STOXX 600 Shows Modest Gains The STOXX 600 index edged up 0.2% to 587.91,
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APC Chieftain Urges Security Agencies to Hunt Killers of Emiko Onuwaje
Ayirimi Emami, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, has called on Nigerian security agencies to track down the killers of Emiko Onuwaje, a community leader in Warri South-West Local Government Area. Emami made the appeal on Monday while condemning Onuwaje’s killing over the weekend by an angry mob in Warri.
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Festive Cheer Boosts Global Stocks as Yen Faces Intervention Risk
World stock markets are heading toward record highs as a wave of optimism grips investors ahead of key U.S. economic data. At the same time, the Japanese yen rallied following the strongest warning yet from Tokyo regarding potential currency intervention, while gold and silver continued to climb to record levels on safe-haven demand. Global Stock
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