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Maritime Reform Scorecard: Minister Adegboyega Oyetola says Nigeria’s blue economy push has transformed the sector in three years, citing revenue jump to N1.83tn in 2025 (from N700.79bn in 2023) alongside gains in port infrastructure, maritime security and inland waterways. Security Update (Sokoto): Troops in Rabah LGA repelled an armed terrorist advance at Ghandi town, forcing retreat and recovering an AK-47, a loaded magazine and ammunition. Drug War (Lagos): NDLEA intercepted “Captagon/Jihadi drug” and opioids worth over N6.2bn at Murtala Muhammed Airport, arresting a cross-border kingpin from Accra after drugs were hidden in “Ghana soap.” Politics & Courts: DSS directed counsel to seek adjournment of Omoyele Sowore’s cyber-bullying case until after the 2027 election; AAC says the move is improper. Fuel Subsidy Debate: APC warns Atiku’s plan to restore subsidy could reverse economic gains and destabilize wages, education funding and state finances. Leadership & Governance: President Tinubu begins a three-week Europe vacation, with security experts raising concerns over continuity while Shettima is already abroad. Education: NABTEB sets Sept. 10 deadline for 2026 Nov/Dec certificate exam registration (Modular Trades ends Sept. 30). Business & Economy: Naira strengthens to about N1,337/$ as forex reserves hit $53.3bn and remittances rise to $947m in July. Housing: AXP Africa unveils a new coordinated housing model to tackle Nigeria’s housing deficit through finance, tech and partnerships.

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Aug. 19, 2026

Energy Conference Network sets inaugural Africa infrastructure summits in Brazzaville and Lagos

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Aug. 13, 2026

M. Teresa Lawrence unveils Nigeria butterfly sanctuary plan in Toronto

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Aug. 10, 2026

AFRICLOUD opens Lagos cloud region for in-country hosting in Nigeria

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Aug. 8, 2026

Burt Machinery shows custom corn processing plant solutions at Nigeria expo

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Aug. 26, 2026

Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria Zhou Hongyou Meets with Senior Special Assistant to the Nigerian President on Marine and Blue Economy, Professor Busayo Fakinlede

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Aug. 25, 2026

Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria Zhou Hongyou Meets with Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology

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Aug. 21, 2026

UTribe Supports Nigeria’s SheIsIncluded Initiative as 2026 State House Summit Advances Women’s Economic Inclusion

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Aug. 7, 2026

Nigeria's First SEC-Licensed Exchange, Quidax, Expands Stablecoin Infrastructure to Over 21 Countries

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Aug. 13, 2026

M. Teresa Lawrence Visits Toronto for NiDEC, Introduces Landmark Conservation and Research Initiative in Nigeria

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Aug. 13, 2026

Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria Yu Dunhai Attends China-Nigeria Film and Literature Exchanges

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