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Troops Force 11 Terrorists to Surrender, Neutralise Eight in Borno Offensive

January 12, 2026

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have recorded fresh operational gains against Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists across Borno State, forcing 11 fighters to surrender, killing eight others and arresting two suspected logistics collaborators, Prime

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Impeachment Storm: NSA Ribadu, Umahi, APC Leaders Hit Rivers For Gov. Fubara

January 12, 2026

by Prosper Okoye

Senior figures from Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), including the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and the Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, have visited the Rivers State Government House in Port Harcourt.

Impeachment Storm: NSA Ribadu, Umahi, APC Leaders Hit Rivers For Gov. Fubara

Senior figures from Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), including the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu,

Nigerian Govt Publishes New Tax Laws In Gazette

New Tax Act Faces Hurdles: Rent Relief Limits, Forex Restrictions Raise Concerns

The Chairman of the Alliance for Economic Research and Ethics (AERE), Dele Kelvin Oye, has warned that limitations in the Nigeria Tax

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Ghana Raises 20% Above Target in Treasury Bill Auction

January 11, 2026

Ghana has raised GH¢9.081bn in its first Treasury bill auction of the year, exceeding its initial borrowing target and signalling strong investor appetite for

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Ghanaian President to Pay Tax Like Other African Leaders

January 11, 2026

Ghana’s president is set to become liable for personal income tax on his salary and allowances for the first time, under proposals that would

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Dangote Refinery Prices, Import Surge Highlight Market Tensions

January 11, 2026

Industry data suggest that delays in adjusting Dangote Refinery’s petrol depot price contributed to a surge in fuel imports by marketers in November 2025.

Business·Markets·Power·Top Stories

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

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China–Nigeria Trade Reaches $22.3bn, Beijing Says

January 9, 2026

Trade between China and Nigeria reached $22.3bn in the first ten months of 2025, China’s consul-general in Lagos has said. Yan Yuqing told a

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Impeachment Storm: NSA Ribadu, Umahi, APC Leaders Hit Rivers For Gov. Fubara

January 12, 2026

Senior figures from Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), including the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and the Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, have visited the Rivers State Government House in Port Harcourt. The visit, described by officials as a courtesy call, took place late on Sunday against the backdrop of rising political

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Abandoned Abroad: Tinubu Govt Accused of Sacrificing Nigerian Students’ Dreams

January 12, 2026

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has slammed President Bola Tinubu’s administration for

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Unity, Credible Leadership Take Centre Stage as Obi, Obasanjo, Atiku Speak at Abuja Symposium

January 11, 2026

Former Sokoto State Governor and Senator, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, on Saturday marked

You’re Source Of Encouragement To Others, Otti Tells Olympic-bound Abia Para-weight Lifters

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Otti Dismisses Opposition Alliance as ‘Empty Noise,’ Urges Focus on Governance

January 10, 2026

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has downplayed recent political moves by former

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Ex-Abia Governors Kalu, Theodore Orji Mobilise Old Political Guard Against Otti for 2027

January 10, 2026

Former Abia State Governors, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Senator Theodore Orji,

Entertainment

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

Entertainment

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

Entertainment

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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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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Bandits Use Advanced Technology to Evade Tracking – Tijani

December 13, 2025

Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has disclosed that armed bandits and criminal networks operating across parts of the country

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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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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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Venezuela Condemns Trump’s Threat, Pledges to Defend Sovereignty

December 17, 2025

The government of Venezuela has condemned what it described as a “reckless and serious threat” issued by U.S. President Trump, accusing him of violating

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Troops Force 11 Terrorists to Surrender, Neutralise Eight in Borno Offensive

January 12, 2026

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have recorded fresh operational gains against Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists across Borno State, forcing 11 fighters to surrender, killing eight others and arresting two suspected logistics collaborators, Prime Business Africa

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Impeachment Storm: NSA Ribadu, Umahi, APC Leaders Hit Rivers For Gov. Fubara

January 12, 2026

Senior figures from Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), including the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and the Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, have visited the Rivers State Government House in Port Harcourt. The visit,

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New Tax Act Faces Hurdles: Rent Relief Limits, Forex Restrictions Raise Concerns

January 12, 2026

The Chairman of the Alliance for Economic Research and Ethics (AERE), Dele Kelvin Oye, has warned that limitations in the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 could hinder its successful implementation. Speaking at a presentation, Oye highlighted issues like the cap on rent relief

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Nigeria Pays Tribute to Fallen Soldiers, Calls for Unity on Armed Forces Remembrance Day 2026

January 12, 2026

Nigeria on Sunday observed the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) with nationwide ceremonies honouring fallen military personnel and reaffirming the country’s commitment to unity, peace, and national security, Prime Business Africa reports. Across the federation, military formations, state governments,

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Tinubu Arrives Abu Dhabi Ahead of 2026 Sustainability Week Summit

January 12, 2026

President Tinubu of Nigeria arrived in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), on Sunday night ahead of his participation in the 2026 edition of the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), a global summit on sustainable development, climate action, and energy transition, Prime

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Abandoned Abroad: Tinubu Govt Accused of Sacrificing Nigerian Students’ Dreams

January 12, 2026

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has slammed President Bola Tinubu’s administration for allegedly abandoning Nigerian students studying abroad under the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) scholarship scheme. In a statement on his verified X account, Atiku claimed the program, established in 1993 and

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Unity, Credible Leadership Take Centre Stage as Obi, Obasanjo, Atiku Speak at Abuja Symposium

January 11, 2026

Former Sokoto State Governor and Senator, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, on Saturday marked his 60th birthday with a leadership symposium in Abuja, drawing prominent political figures across party lines and renewing calls for national unity, credible leadership and democratic renewal. The event, deliberately

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Ghana Raises 20% Above Target in Treasury Bill Auction

January 11, 2026

Ghana has raised GH¢9.081bn in its first Treasury bill auction of the year, exceeding its initial borrowing target and signalling strong investor appetite for short-term government debt. The auction, held on 8 January, received bids totalling GH¢9.1bn for 91-day, 182-day and 364-day

Africa·News

Ghana Mandates National ID for Financial Transactions

January 11, 2026

Ghana’s central bank has announced that the Ghana Card is now the only valid identification for most financial transactions in the country. The new rule took effect immediately. Under the directive, anyone without a Ghana Card, or the relevant Non-Citizen or Refugee

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