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FG eyes $10bn steel market with investment push
Businesspunch-ng9h ago

FG eyes $10bn steel market with investment push

The Federal Government has intensified efforts to reposition Nigeria as a continental industrial hub, with the Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Audu, declaring in Germany that the country is ready to move beyond raw material exports and is seeking credible, long-term investors to unlock its $10bn annual steel market. Speaking at the Nigeria–German Economic Forum Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-eyes-10bn-steel-market-with-investment-push/

Pakistan’s forever war and the politics of exhaustion
WorldSCMP19h ago

Pakistan’s forever war and the politics of exhaustion

The latest exchange of air strikes and border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan has once again pushed the region to the brink, reviving a dread among those who have lived through this cycle before, the continuation of a war that never truly ended. The so-called war on terror has been waged for over two decades, with no end in sight. Since 2001, the war has claimed more than 33,000 civilian and security forces lives in Pakistan and displaced millions internally. Yet a fundamental questi...

FG issues new presumptive tax rules for MSMEs
PoliticsPremium Times1d ago

FG issues new presumptive tax rules for MSMEs

The minister noted that while there are no tax rate increases, the new framework will protect millions of MSMEs across the 36 states and the FCT in the country from unfair tax assessments. The post FG issues new presumptive tax rules for MSMEs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

How FG, Labour ended 2-year wage crisis
Politicsvanguard-ng8h ago

How FG, Labour ended 2-year wage crisis

Labour leaders had earlier issued a February 27 ultimatum demanding the immediate release of funds to settle unpaid wage awards and other allowances The post How FG, Labour ended 2-year wage crisis appeared first on Vanguard News.

N777bn Abuja-Kano Road: FG, contractors reiterate commitment to April completion date
Businessvanguard-ng1d ago

N777bn Abuja-Kano Road: FG, contractors reiterate commitment to April completion date

The project, which was initially awarded to Julius Berger Nigeria PLC, was terminated owing to a cost and completion date dispute and re-awarded to Infouest under a fresh contract involving the use of reinforced concrete pavement instead of asphalt. The post N777bn Abuja-Kano Road: FG, contractors reiterate commitment to April completion date appeared first on Vanguard News.

Can Iran's economy survive if the war drags on?
BusinessberlingskeFrance 24el-mundo1d ago3 sources

Can Iran's economy survive if the war drags on?

Iran took the risky gambit of closing the Strait of Hormuz, which could backfire and hurt its own economy.  France 24's Yuka Royer speaks with Iranian-Austrian economist Mahdi Ghodsi from the Vienna…

Tanja Traxler Wins ÖFG Prize for Science Journalism
Scienceder-standard1d ago

Tanja Traxler Wins ÖFG Prize for Science Journalism

STANDARD editor Tanja Traxler has been awarded the ÖFG Prize for Science Journalism by the Austrian Research Association, recognizing her outstanding contributions to communicating scientific findings to a broader public.

At least 39 killed in attacks in Afghanistan
Worldruv2d ago

At least 39 killed in attacks in Afghanistan

At least 39 civilians have been killed in Afghanistan since clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan began on the countries' border on Thursday, according to the Taliban administration in…

FG strengthens emergency care nationwide, seeks improved access
HealthPremium Times2d ago

FG strengthens emergency care nationwide, seeks improved access

The statement noted that the commencement of residency training in Emergency Medicine (EM) in Nigeria is a key development that would produce specialists needed to advance the speciality and improve care integration. The post FG strengthens emergency care nationwide, seeks improved access appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

FG commences February Salary payment
Politicsvanguard-ng2d ago

FG commences February Salary payment

The Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF) has commenced the payment of February 2026 salaries to Federal Government treasury-funded workers. The post FG commences February Salary payment appeared first on Vanguard News.

Politicsexpress-tribune2d ago

K-P halts crackdown on illegal Afghan migrants

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) province in Pakistan has temporarily halted its crackdown on illegal Afghan migrants residing in the region, with police clarifying it as an administrative measure, not a permanent policy shift.

Akava's Election Goals for Finnish Government
Politicshelsingin-sanomat2h ago

Akava's Election Goals for Finnish Government

Akava, the Finnish Confederation of Professionals, has outlined its election goals for the next government, advocating for lower top tax rates and a wave of reforms to address issues like burnout, remote work, and artificial intelligence.

Flee Iran with hope of returning soon
Worldmorgunbladidiefimeridabalkan-web5h ago3 sources

Flee Iran with hope of returning soon

Hundreds of people have left Iran in recent days, seeking refuge across the borders into Afghanistan and Turkey, as conflicts in the region have intensified and missile attacks have increased.

UK Imposes Study Visa Ban for Four Countries
WorldThe Guardian18h ago

UK Imposes Study Visa Ban for Four Countries

A new ban on student visas from Sudan, Afghanistan, Myanmar, and Cameroon is set to come into force, with campaigners warning it could lead more people to use illegal routes to enter the UK.

Labour backs FG’s textile revival plan, says 650,000 jobs could return
Politicsvanguard-ng19h ago

Labour backs FG’s textile revival plan, says 650,000 jobs could return

Organised labour in the textile sector has pledged full support for the Federal Government’s renewed drive to revive Nigeria’s struggling cotton, textile and garment industry, following the unveiling of the Nigeria Industrial Policy 2025 and the approval of a Cotton, Textile and Garment Development Board. The post Labour backs FG’s textile revival plan, says 650,000 jobs could return appeared first on Vanguard News.

FG, CSO partner to boost inclusive healthcare policies 
Healthpunch-ng1d ago

FG, CSO partner to boost inclusive healthcare policies 

Nigeria’s Health Ministry partners with Intersex Nigeria to integrate intersex perspectives into national healthcare policies, improving protection and acc Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-cso-partner-to-boost-inclusive-healthcare-policies/

Nigerian newspapers review: [Middle-East war] No distress calls yet from Nigerians in Iran — FG
Politicsvanguard-ng1d ago

Nigerian newspapers review: [Middle-East war] No distress calls yet from Nigerians in Iran — FG

Vanguard also reports that 36 state governors, operating under the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), have endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s policy mandating the direct payment of oil and gas revenue entitlements into the Federation Account. The post Nigerian newspapers review: [Middle-East war] No distress calls yet from Nigerians in Iran — FG appeared first on Vanguard News.

Explosions in Kabul
Worldaftonbladetsvenska-dagbladet2d ago2 sources

Explosions in Kabul

Several explosions have been heard in Afghanistan's capital Kabul during the night into Tuesday, AFP reports.

M-East war: No distress calls yet from Nigerians in Iran — FG
Worldaktuality-skvanguard-ng2d ago2 sources

M-East war: No distress calls yet from Nigerians in Iran — FG

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, NiDCOM, said, yesterday, it is yet to receive any distress call from Nigerians residing in Iran... The post M-East war: No distress calls yet from Nigerians in Iran — FG appeared first on Vanguard News.

FG blames glitch for February salary delay
Politicspunch-ng2d ago

FG blames glitch for February salary delay

The Nigerian Federal Government has blamed a technical hitch for the delay in February salaries, confirming that payments have now commenced for workers. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-blames-glitch-for-february-salary-delay/

Top Energy Analyst Says Iran's Navy Too Weak To Completely Choke Hormuz
Businesszerohedge2d ago

Top Energy Analyst Says Iran's Navy Too Weak To Completely Choke Hormuz

Top Energy Analyst Says Iran's Navy Too Weak To Completely Choke Hormuz FGE NexantECA Chairman Emeritus Fereidun Fesharaki told Bloomberg TV on Monday morning that any attempt by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to choke off the critical Strait of Hormuz using warships, drones, and missiles would likely be short-lived, as the regime's naval capability is too weak to sustain a blockade against U.S., British, and French naval forces. "It's just a fear factor," Fesharaki said ...

Taliban strike multiple military bases in Pakistan; strategic Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpindi hit
WorldTimes of India3d ago

Taliban strike multiple military bases in Pakistan; strategic Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpindi hit

Afghanistan's Air Force launched drone strikes on key Pakistani military bases, including Nur Khan Airbase and Quetta's 12th Corps HQ. This retaliatory action follows Pakistan's recent aerial incursions into Afghan territory. Both nations have engaged in escalating tit-for-tat clashes, with Pakistan claiming significant Taliban fighter casualties and Afghanistan asserting the downing of a Pakistani jet.