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Nigeria to Appoint Five New Permanent Secretaries

January 14, 2026

The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF) has announced plans to appoint five new Permanent Secretaries to fill current and upcoming vacancies in Adamawa, Ogun, Kano, Bayelsa, and Enugu states. In a circular dated

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APC Says Over Two Million Members Registered in First Week of Digital Drive

January 14, 2026

by Prosper Okoye

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) says more than two million Nigerians have registered as members in the first week of its nationwide electronic membership drive. The party expects the total to reach eight to nine million before the exercise

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NGX Traders Exchange N33.54bn Shares, Market Cap Hits N106trn

January 13, 2026

After trading on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), also known as the stock market, closed on Tuesday, January 13, the bourse’s market capitalisation grew to

Naira Falls Against Dollar Across FX Markets

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Dollar, Pound, Euro Rates Drop In Official Market

January 13, 2026

The United States dollar (USD) depreciated in value by 0.33 percent against the naira after the official market’s foreign exchange rate dropped to N1,420.25

Fidelity Bank Kicks Off N127 Billion Public Offer, Rights Issue Today

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Fidelity Bank’s Profit Drops By 50% To N87.67bn

January 13, 2026

Fidelity Bank recorded gross earnings of N 366,11 billion in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, according to the company’s financial statements for the

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Nigeria Tightens Rules for Courier Companies Using Prepaid Imports

January 13, 2026

Nigeria’s customs authority has introduced new rules for courier companies that handle imported goods under a system where duties are paid before delivery, Prime

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Malaysia, Indonesia Block Grok Over Sexual Deepfake Images

January 13, 2026

Malaysia and Indonesia have blocked access to Grok, an artificial intelligence chatbot linked to Elon Musk’s platform X, citing concerns over the creation of

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APC Says Over Two Million Members Registered in First Week of Digital Drive

January 14, 2026

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) says more than two million Nigerians have registered as members in the first week of its nationwide electronic membership drive. The party expects the total to reach eight to nine million before the exercise ends on 30 January 2026. Senator Ajibola Basiru, the party’s National Secretary, told reporters in Abuja on Monday that the

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Edo Governor Frees Students, Rejects Kidnapping Claims Behind Ekpoma Protests

January 14, 2026

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has approved the release of students and

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Uganda Opposition Voice Concerns as Internet Blackout Deepens Tensions

January 13, 2026

The shutdown of internet services across Uganda during the election period has

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Nigeria, UAE Sign Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement in Abu Dhabi

January 13, 2026

Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday signed a Comprehensive

Tambuwal Defeats Incumbent Dambuwa In Sokoto South Senatorial Election

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Tambuwal: Nigerian Elections Often Don’t Reflect Voters’ Will, Competence Must Lead

January 13, 2026

Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal has raised fresh concerns over the credibility of

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Emmys 2025: ‘Adolescence’ Win Big, Full Winners List

September 15, 2025

The 2025 Emmy Awards were handed out Sunday, with Adolescence, The Studio, The Pitt, and The

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How To Vote For AFRIMA 2025

September 9, 2025

The countdown to AFRIMA 2025 has officially begun as the All Africa Music Awards announced that

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Full AFRIMA 2025 Nominations List: Davido, Burna Boy Lead List

September 5, 2025

The wait is over! The African Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2025 nominees list has been officially released,

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AFRIMA 2025 Nominees List Unveiled: Voting Details, Top Contenders

September 5, 2025

The African Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2025 nominees list is finally here, music fans across the continent

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Court Orders Mohbad’s Wife To Run DNA On Their Son

September 4, 2025

A Lagos State Magistrate Court sitting in Ikorodu, on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, ordered a DNA

Technology

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Terra Industries Raises $11.75 Million to Build Africa’s First Homegrown Defence Tech Prime

January 13, 2026

Terra Industries, a Nigerian-founded defence technology startup, has raised $11.75 million in seed funding as it steps out of stealth and positions itself to

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Tech Innovator Hanu Expands Inclusion with AI Smart Glasses for Hearing-Impaired Nigerians

January 10, 2026

Nigerian-born tech innovator, Hanu Fejiro Agbodjie, has donated AI-powered smart glasses to hearing-impaired Nigerians, reinforcing his commitment to using technology to promote social inclusion

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Nigerians to Receive Immediate Refunds for Failed Telecom Transactions

January 8, 2026

Nigerian telecom users will begin receiving automatic refunds for failed airtime and data purchases under a new framework introduced by the Nigerian Communications Commission

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Nigerian Mobile Users May Pay More Under New NCC Roadmap

January 7, 2026

By Prosper Okoye Nigerian mobile phone users may face higher call and data costs following a new five-year plan released by the country’s telecoms

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Musk Predicts AI Future Where Salaries, Money Lose Relevance

December 17, 2025

Elon Musk has warned that money and salaries could become irrelevant in the future as artificial intelligence and robotics advance to the point where

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The Raw Goat in Morocco 2025: AFCON and the Burden of Crude Representation

January 1, 2026

The Raw Goat in Morocco 2025: AFCON and the Burden of Crude Representation By Dr Marcel Mbamalu From its inception in 1957 under Egypt’s Abdel Aziz Abdallah Salem to its current status under South Africa’s Patrice Motsepe, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has evolved into the second-largest football confederation in the world. The Africa Cup of Nations is no

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Anthony Joshua Stable After Ogun Crash as FRSC Blames Speeding, Wrongful Overtaking for Fatal Accident

December 30, 2025

Former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua remains in stable condition after

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Anthony Joshua Injured in Ogun Road Crash as Two Persons Die

December 29, 2025

British-Nigerian heavyweight boxing star Anthony Joshua was on Monday involved in a

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Air Peace, Onyema Back WABU Welterweight Champion Obizulike with ₦10m Sponsorship

December 24, 2025

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of West and Central Africa’s largest airline,

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Musa Calls Time on Illustrious Super Eagles Career

December 17, 2025

Nigeria’s most-capped footballer, Ahmed Musa, has formally announced his retirement from international

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Behind the Geregu Power Sale: Politics and a $750m Deal

January 11, 2026

The sale of Geregu Power, one of Nigeria’s largest electricity plants, has drawn attention after politically connected figures assumed top positions. Billionaire Femi Otedola

Recapitalisation: UBA Extends Deadline For Rights Issue

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UBA Hits Billion-Naira Milestone: Rights Issue Success Pushes Capital Base Above ₦500bn

January 8, 2026

United Bank for Africa (UBA) has successfully concluded its rights issue, raising ₦157.84 billion through the issuance of 3.16 billion ordinary shares at ₦50

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GivTrade Secures UAE SCA Category 5 Licence

December 29, 2025

GivTrade, an international multi-asset brokerage providing access to global markets via CFDs, on Wednesday announced that it has been granted a Category 5 (“Arrangement

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Nigeria Launches N590bn Power Sector Bond to Clear GENCO, Gas Arrears

December 21, 2025

The Federal Government of Nigeria has issued its debut bond under the Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme, raising N590 billion to settle verified

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Dollar Trades Flat In Black Market, Appreciates In Official Window

December 17, 2025

The dollar traded at N1,487.01/$1 in the parallel market on Wednesday, December 17, indicating the naira neither depreciated nor appreciated against the United States

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Nigeria to Appoint Five New Permanent Secretaries

January 14, 2026

The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF) has announced plans to appoint five new Permanent Secretaries to fill current and upcoming vacancies in Adamawa, Ogun, Kano, Bayelsa, and Enugu states. In a circular dated 12 January

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APC Says Over Two Million Members Registered in First Week of Digital Drive

January 14, 2026

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) says more than two million Nigerians have registered as members in the first week of its nationwide electronic membership drive. The party expects the total to reach eight to nine million before the exercise ends on

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Edo Governor Frees Students, Rejects Kidnapping Claims Behind Ekpoma Protests

January 14, 2026

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has approved the release of students and other individuals arrested during protests in Ekpoma last weekend. The unrest, which began on Saturday, 10 January 2026, was sparked by rising kidnapping and insecurity in the community. Residents had

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JAMB 2026 UTME Registration Begins Amid Fee and Access Concerns

January 13, 2026

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has begun registration for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) admissions for the 2026/2027 academic session, but the announcement has sparked concerns over high fees and limited registration centres. UTME

Spokesperson of Lagos State Police command SP Benjamin Hundeyin

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Nigeria Police Refuse to Disclose Details of US Air Strikes in Sokoto

January 13, 2026

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has said it will not release details of US air strikes against militants in Sokoto State, describing the operation as a matter for the military. The strikes, carried out on 25 December 2025, targeted Islamist militants linked

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University of Maiduguri Dismisses Viral Claims of Boko Haram Links

January 13, 2026

The University of Maiduguri has dismissed as false a viral video circulating on social media which claims that some of its students were arrested over alleged links to the Boko Haram insurgency. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the university said the

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Uganda Opposition Voice Concerns as Internet Blackout Deepens Tensions

January 13, 2026

The shutdown of internet services across Uganda during the election period has drawn sharp reactions from opposition figures and their supporters, who accuse the government of trying to silence dissent and limit scrutiny of the vote. Shortly after access was cut on

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NGX Traders Exchange N33.54bn Shares, Market Cap Hits N106trn

January 13, 2026

After trading on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), also known as the stock market, closed on Tuesday, January 13, the bourse’s market capitalisation grew to N106.18 trillion. This represents a N1.66 trillion gain in the stock market when compared to the N104.52 trillion

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Dollar, Pound, Euro Rates Drop In Official Market

January 13, 2026

The United States dollar (USD) depreciated in value by 0.33 percent against the naira after the official market’s foreign exchange rate dropped to N1,420.25 kobo per $1 on Tuesday, January 13. According to the data from the official market, also known as

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