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Jake Swandeh

336 articles published

FCCPC Begins Enforcement Against Non-Compliant Loan Apps, Signals End to Harassment and Abusive Lending Practices

Business and Economy, TrendingJanuary 22, 2026850Views0Likes0Comments
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has commenced full enforcement actions against digital money lenders (DMLs) that failed to comply with Nigeria’s 2025 Digital Lending Regulations, marking a decisive move to rein in harassment, data abuse and exploitative lending practices across the country’s fast-growing fintech sector. The enforcement follows the expiration of the…

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FG Moves to End HND Dichotomy, Empowers Polytechnics to Award Degrees

ExclusiveJanuary 22, 2026403Views0Likes0Comments
In a landmark education reform, the federal government has announced plans to abolish the long-standing Higher National Diploma (HND) dichotomy, a move aimed at redefining Nigeria’s technical and vocational education sector. Under the new policy, polytechnics will be empowered to award degrees, a development experts say could transform technical education into a key driver of…

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FG to integrate Islamic finance standards into Nigeria’s reporting system

Business and EconomyJanuary 22, 2026292Views0Likes0Comments
The Federal Government has announced plans to integrate Islamic finance standards into Nigeria’s national financial reporting system, a move aimed at strengthening transparency, improving financial inclusion, and aligning the country with global best practices. The initiative is expected to harmonise non-interest financial institutions with existing reporting frameworks, ensuring that Islamic finance products are captured clearly,…

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Kidnappers hold 166 Kaduna worshippers, demand N29 million before ransom negotiations

Top StoriesJanuary 22, 2026288Views0Likes0Comments
Kidnappers are holding 166 Christian worshippers abducted from Kurmin Wali, a community in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, after a coordinated attack on churches during Sunday services, sparking renewed outrage over insecurity in northern Nigeria. The incident occurred when heavily armed gunmen, reportedly riding on motorcycles, invaded multiple churches in the community, including…

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Nigeria debuts indigenous defence platform in Doha

ExclusiveJanuary 21, 2026401Views0Likes0Comments
Nigeria has recorded a major milestone in its defence and industrial development with the unveiling of the DICON-D7G, the country’s first indigenous defence platform, at the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) 2026 in Qatar. The platform, developed by the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON), was officially presented to a global audience…

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AFCON 2025: CAF fines Algeria $100,000, suspends players after Nigeria clash

EntertainmentJanuary 21, 2026366Views0Likes0Comments
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed heavy sanctions on Algeria following incidents of misconduct during and after their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 quarter-final encounter against Nigeria. In a statement released after the conclusion of disciplinary proceedings, CAF confirmed that the Algerian Football Federation has been fined $100,000 for breaches of…

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𝐀𝐅𝐂𝐎𝐍 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓: 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐚𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐥, 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐄𝐠𝐲𝐩𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐳𝐞

Entertainment, ExclusiveJanuary 18, 2026381Views0Likes0Comments
In Casablanca, under the bright lights of the Stade Mohammed V, Nigeria reminded Africa—and themselves—who they are. It wasn’t just a third-place playoff. It was a test of character, nerve, and national pride. After regulation time ended in deadlock, the Super Eagles held their breath and stared down Egypt’s Pharaohs from twelve yards. What followed…

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Beniseed(SESAME), Black Gold of the Benue Valley: From Farm Rows to Global Tables

Agriculture, Business and EconomyJanuary 15, 2026440Views0Likes0Comments
If crops had reputations, sesame seed—our beloved beniseed—would be that quiet achiever. It doesn’t shout like cocoa or swagger like oil palm, yet everywhere it goes, value follows. From the fertile plains of the Benue Valley to gourmet kitchens in Asia and Europe, sesame carries a story of culture, nutrition, and untapped wealth waiting to…

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