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TopNaija latest Nigerian news updates for today, 15th Nov 2024

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November 15, 2024

Good morning, Nigeria, and welcome to Topnaija.ng latest Nigerian news updates, including the newspaper headlines for today, Friday, November 15, 2024.

FEC proposes N47.9 trillion budget for 2025 fiscal year

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has proposed the sum of N47.9 trillion budget for the 2025 fiscal year for submission to the National Assembly on Monday.

The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu disclosed this after the Council meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu on Thursday at the Presidential Villa. Read more here.

2025 AFCON Qualifier: Nigeria vs Benin Head-to-Head

Nigeria and Benin have a long football history, with Nigeria maintaining a substantial upper hand in their matchups over the years.

This head-to-head record is primarily built from encounters in African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, regional tournaments like the West African Football Union (WAFU) Cup of Nations, and a few friendly matches. Read more here.

Ogun State declares work-free day for local government elections

Ahead of Saturday’s local government elections, the Ogun government has declared Friday, Nov. 15 work-free for both civil and public servants in the state.

This is contained in a circular signed by the Head of Service (HoS), Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, on Thursday in Abeokuta. Read more here.

FG promises 24-hour power supply

The Minister of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu says the Federal Government is committed to achieving 24-hour power supply.

Adelabu said this in Abuja on Thursday at the 4th Power Correspondents Association of Nigeria (PCAN) Annual Workshop. Read more here.

“Ego is killing the growth of Nollywood” — John Boyega

In a candid talk at the Africa International Film Festival, British-Nigerian actor John Boyega opened up about the obstacles keeping Hollywood and Nollywood from a powerful collaboration.

Known for his roles in blockbuster films like Star Wars, Boyega called out the “pride and ego” he says are holding some Nigerian filmmakers back from a golden opportunity to partner with Hollywood. Read more here.

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