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Nvidia Co-founder Jensen Huang Steps Down After 33 Years as CEO

Jensen Huang has resigned from Nvidia after leading the semiconductor giant for three decades, with CFO Colette Kress named interim CEO as the company investigates foreign intelligence concerns.

Today

FG clears pension backlog, introduces N52,500 monthly floor for 173,000 retirees

Nigeria's pension system moves from deficit to surplus as government funds benefits through 2029 and launches minimum guarantee scheme.

CBN launches N1.5tn OMO auction as banking liquidity surges to N8.5tn

Nigeria's central bank is conducting repeated bond auctions to absorb excess cash flowing into banks, with N2.45tn more expected this week.

IGP Disu Orders Police Crackdown on Bandits, Suspends Leave for 2027

Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has cancelled leave for election security personnel and directed intensified operations against bandits across Nigeria.

Yesterday

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Southwest Traditional Rulers Endorse Tinubu for 2027 Presidential Race

Yoruba monarchs meeting in Ibadan backed President Tinubu's re-election and declared the presidency should remain in Southern Nigeria.

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Two inmates flee Kogi prison, security agencies launch recapture effort

The Nigerian Correctional Service confirmed that two prisoners escaped from a medium-security facility in Okene on November 8, with authorities now working to apprehend them.

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Nigeria's pension funds to mobilise $750m infrastructure investment

UK-backed initiative sees 19 pension funds commit to joint platform targeting energy, transport and digital projects across Nigeria.

Earlier this week

NDIC struggles to recover loans as debtors dodge repayment obligations

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation faces mounting obstacles in collecting debts owed by borrowers of failed banks, hampering efforts to pay uninsured depositors.

Orji Kalu Claims PDP Abandoned Him After Major Financial Support

Abia North senator says he funded PDP's formation and Obasanjo's activities, but the party turned against him despite his contributions.

Osun Workers Walk Off Job in Three-Day Strike Over Local Government Funds

The Nigeria Labour Congress ordered a three-day strike in Osun State over unresolved local government allocation disputes, shutting down government offices and schools.

NERC releases N30bn for free meters to Band A, B electricity customers

Nigeria's electricity regulator has approved N30 billion to provide free meters to unmetered Band A customers and expand metering among Band B consumers by May 2027.

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APC Unveils Four-Pillar Manifesto for Tinubu's 2027 Reelection Bid

The All Progressives Congress has released President Tinubu's campaign platform for 2027, condensing his administration's agenda into four focus areas.

Tinubu launches N52,500 monthly pension guarantee for 173,209 retirees

President Tinubu has unveiled a minimum pension guarantee and free healthcare scheme for low-income pensioners, fulfilling a 22-year-old policy commitment.

Politics

NSC Denies Blocking Peter Obi From Meeting Flamingos at Airport

The National Sports Commission rejected Peter Obi's claims that officials prevented him from greeting Nigeria's U-17 Women's World Cup-winning team, citing player welfare concerns.

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World

Trump Shifts Immigration Stance After GOP Midterm Loss, Names Miller Chief of Staff

US President Donald Trump admits his mass deportation policy was overly harsh, then appoints the policy's architect Stephen Miller as White House Chief of Staff.

Technology

Meta rolls out AI system to catch underage users lying about their age

Meta is expanding artificial intelligence technology across Instagram to identify teenagers who falsely claim to be adults, automatically enrolling them in safety protections.

Wike Pledges N10m to FCT Councillors Who Deliver Wards for APC

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike announced N10 million payments to councillors securing their wards for APC candidates in the 2027 elections during a stakeholders meeting in Kwali.

Pastor Tunde Bakare Turns Down Tinubu Cabinet Position Over Age

The Citadel Global Community Church leader declined a ministerial offer from President Tinubu, saying he preferred advising from outside government.

World

Russell Brand Sentenced to 10.5 Years for Rape, Sexual Assault

British actor and comedian Russell Brand, 51, received a 10-year, six-month prison sentence after conviction on rape and sexual assault charges involving four women.

Bandits Burn 12 Family Members to Death in Zamfara Raid

Armed assailants set fire to a locked room in Gidan Taba village, killing an entire household during a night attack in Maradun Local Government Area.

One Dead, Five Hurt in Asaba Rally Clash; Police Cite Security Warnings

A political rally in Delta State's Asaba left one person dead and five injured on November 7, after organizers proceeded despite police warnings of potential violence.