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Former Nigerian international Brown Ideye has expressed interest in rejoining the Super Eagles after making a strong impression at Enyimba. His successful stint with the Abia Warriors has sparked renewed hopes for his return to the Nigeria national team.
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The Senate grilled Finance Minister Wale Edun over the amount saved by removing fuel subsidies and the government's debt servicing, with lawmakers seeking clarification on the financial implications of the policy change. The minister was called to account for the actual savings and expenditure since the subsidy removal.
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Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun announced plans to recruit 2,000 additional teachers through the Ogun Teach initiative this year. The recruitment is part of his administration's efforts to strengthen the state's education sector.
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General Hydrocarbons' accounts have been frozen by the Federal High Court in Lagos amid a $225m debt dispute with First Bank, according to a Mareva injunction granted against all commercial banks and financial institutions operating in Nigeria. The order restricts banks from releasing money or assets until the dispute is resolved.