CBN Governor, Mr Olayemi Cardoso. Photo: CBN The Central Bank of Nigeria has revoked the operating licences of 46 microfinance banks across the country, citing their failure to meet key regulatory requirements for continued operations. The apex bank disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by its Acting Director of Corporate Communications, […]
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By John Dile, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Wednesday commissioned the Lameco Flyover Bridge in Osogbo, describing the landmark project as a historic achievement that signals a new era of infrastructure renewal across the state. The commissioning ceremony, attended by government officials, traditional rulers, community leaders and residents, marked the beginning of the […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has appealed to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) to continue praying for his administration and support efforts to ensure a peaceful governorship election in the state. He made the appeal on Wednesday during an interactive session with the state’s chapter of CAN, where he also […]
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PDP Publicity Secretary in Akwa Ibom, Ewa Okpo The Nigeria Police Force in Akwa Ibom State has arrested the Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, Ewa Okpo, over allegations of criminal defamation, cyberstalking and related offences arising from his social media posts. The police said Mr Okpo was arrested following […]
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Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah. Governor Peter Mbah says Enugu State’s push to grow its economy from $4.4bn to $30bn is anchored on strategic investments in security, education, healthcare, tourism, aviation and infrastructure. In this interview with Adelani Adepegba, he explains how his administration is positioning the state as a leading destination for business and […]
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The average fare paid by commuters for bus journeys within Nigerian cities rose to N1,431.25 per trip in May 2026, highlighting continued pressure on transportation costs despite signs of easing inflation in other sectors of the economy. This was contained in the National Bureau of Statistics’ latest Transport Fare Watch report, released on Tuesday. According […]
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The Independent National Electoral Commission says nine registered political parties have collected access codes to upload their candidates’ particulars for the Presidential and National Assembly elections ahead of the 2027 general elections. INEC National Commissioner in charge of Voter Education and Publicity, Mohammed Haruna, made this known to the News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday […]
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Mexico’s fans cheer their team during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Mexico and Ecuador at the Mexico City Stadium in Mexico City on June 30, 2026. (Photo by Yuri CORTEZ / AFP) Agency Report At least two people died on Wednesday during massive celebrations in Mexico City as the national […]
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A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed July 7 for the hearing of all pending applications and the substantive suit filed by the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party led by former Senate President Adolphus Wabara, seeking to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission to recognise the Kabir Turaki-led interim National Working […]
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Some of the flooded areas in Lagos. Photo: Iyanuoluwa Abiola Floodwaters swept through several communities in Lagos State on Tuesday following hours of heavy rainfall, submerging homes and roads, disrupting movement and knocking out electricity in parts of the state after critical transmission facilities were affected. Videos obtained showed flooded streets in FESTAC, Gbagada, Evans, […]
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