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Here's what's happening in Nigeria today:
Economy and Business - The Nigerian stock market gained N1.06 trillion in one week, with a 1.53% rally in January.¹ - Oando Plc released its unaudited results, showing a 45% revenue increase and N65.5 billion full-year profit.
- The Kano State government increased its 2025 budget by 31% to accommodate rising expenditure.
Entertainment and Sports - Rema and Tems are nominated for Best Global Music Album at the 2025 Grammy Awards, with critics predicting a potential win. - Victor Osimhen scored for Galatasaray in a 2-1 defeat to Ajax in the Europa League. - The Nigeria Sport Summit is scheduled for March 19, 2025, to discuss innovative strategies for advancing sports development.
Politics and Governance - The Federal Government is prepared to receive deported Nigerians from the US. - The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission announced its readiness to assist returnees.
Other News - The Black boxes from the American Airline jet that crashed into a US Army helicopter near Washington, DC, are being investigated. - The World Bank plans to address 300 million job disparities globally, including in Nigeria.