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Dangote Refinery announced the import of 4,000 natural gas‑powered trucks to deliver products directly to large customers nationwide. The investment aims to lower logistics costs and improve availability by bypassing middlemen, aligning with a gradual shift to gas‑powered transport. Analysts say the move could pressure margins for traditional fuel marketers while improving supply reliability.Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/dangote-refinery-imports-4000-gas-powered-trucks-local-fuel-distribution-2025-08-11/
The Academic Staff Union of Universities warned it may embark on a nationwide strike if long‑standing issues—such as the renegotiation of a 2009 agreement and salary arrears—remain unresolved. The union said industrial harmony depends on credible timelines from government on funding and welfare commitments.Source: https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/813328-asuu-warns-of-nationwide-strike-over-unmet-demands.html
A federal high court in Abuja arraigned five men in connection with the June 2022 attack on St Francis Catholic Church, Owo, which left dozens dead and many injured. The defendants pleaded not guilty to terrorism charges and were remanded in custody ahead of trial. The case is seen as a test of Nigeria’s capacity to prosecute complex terror-related incidents while safeguarding due process for victims and suspects alike.Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/nigeria-arraigns-five-accused-2022-catholic-church-massacre-abuja-court-2025-08-11/
Airtel said high device costs and limited affordability are weighing on 5G adoption, even as operators commit new capital to improve service quality. Regulators expect noticeable improvements within months as fresh network equipment lands in‑country and sharing deals reduce rollout costs.Source: https://guardian.ng/business-services/airtel-explains-slow-5g-traction-commits-120m-to-data-centre/
After a week‑long warning strike, nurses’ unions suspended industrial action following discussions with federal officials. The agreement includes timelines to review pay scales, address shortages through accelerated recruitment, and improve working conditions. Labour leaders said they will monitor implementation and could escalate if commitments are not met.Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/world-at-work/nigerian-nurses-end-strike-following-deal-with-government-2025-08-02/
MTN Nigeria reported a return to profitability in the first half of 2025, supported by growth in active data users and price adjustments. Management highlighted ongoing network investments and a recovery from currency‑related losses booked in 2024.Source: https://www.cnbcafrica.com/2025/mtn-nigeria-swings-back-to-profit-with-strong-h1-2025-results/
Public hospital nurses launched a one‑week warning strike, demanding better pay, safer staffing levels, and improved working conditions. Talks with government negotiators stalled, with union leaders warning of a possible indefinite action if issues remain unresolved. The stoppage strained service delivery across major facilities and amplified concerns over the outflow of healthcare workers abroad.Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/world-at-work/nigerian-nurses-strike-pay-staffing-talks-collapse-2025-07-30/
Nigeria’s Super Falcons clinched a record‑extending 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title after a dramatic comeback win over hosts Morocco in Rabat. The result underlined the team’s continental dominance and reignited calls for improved remuneration and support structures across women’s football.Source: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/jul/29/womens-africa-cup-of-nations-nigeria-moving-the-goalposts
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) reports that at least 652 children died from malnutrition in Katsina State during the first half of 2025, amid funding cuts and heightened insecurity. The group warned that service disruptions and displacement are worsening access to treatment, even as Nigeria moves to allocate additional domestic resources to health. Aid agencies have called for urgent support to stabilize nutrition programs through the peak hunger season.Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/least-652-children-died-malnutrition-nigeria-last-six-months-msf-says-2025-07-25/
The Central Bank of Nigeria left the Monetary Policy Rate unchanged at 27.5%, citing the need to consolidate disinflation and guard against emerging risks. Governor Olayemi Cardoso reiterated a medium‑term goal of single‑digit inflation, while businesses urged complementary fiscal measures to ease cost pressures.Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/nigerias-central-bank-pledges-keep-policy-tight-it-holds-key-rate-again-2025-07-22/