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Chinese Fighter Jets Lock Radar on Japanese Aircraft Near Okinawa, Tokyo Lodges Protest

December 7, 2025

Japan has accused Chinese military jets of locking fire-control radar on Japanese F-15 fighter aircraft during two “dangerous” encounters near Okinawa on Saturday, escalating tensions between the two East Asian powers. Beijing denied the claims, calling Japan’s account “erroneous” and

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Benin Government Confirms Attempted Coup Has Been Foiled, Talon Safe

December 7, 2025

by Amanze Chinonye

Benin’s government says an attempted coup d’état launched early Sunday has been successfully foiled, after soldiers briefly seized state television and claimed to have removed President Patrice Talon from power. Authorities now report that Talon is safe, security forces are

Chinese Fighter Jets Lock Radar on Japanese Aircraft Near Okinawa, Tokyo Lodges Protest

Japan has accused Chinese military jets of locking fire-control radar on Japanese F-15 fighter aircraft during two “dangerous” encounters near Okinawa on

Benin Government Confirms Attempted Coup Has Been Foiled, Talon Safe

Benin’s government says an attempted coup d’état launched early Sunday has been successfully foiled, after soldiers briefly seized state television and claimed

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Tinubu Hosts Chinese Envoy, Push for Deeper Strategic Partnership, Zero-Tariff Implementation

December 6, 2025

President Tinubu on Friday received the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, at the State House in Abuja, as both countries moved to strengthen

Nigeria’s Current Economic Stress May Linger For 3 Years - Moghalu

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Africa Not Rising: Ex-Nigerian Central Bank Official Blames ‘GDP Delusion’

December 6, 2025

Africa Isn’t Rising Yet’: Former Nigerian Central Bank Official Calls Out ‘GDP Delusion’ and Missing Worldview In a blunt assessment that has already sparked

FX Market: Naira Opens Week With Decline

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Dollar Rate Rises To N1,454/$ As Naira Continues To Depreciate In Official Window

December 5, 2025

The naira depreciated against the United States dollar (USD) on Friday, December 5, by 0.34 percent as the exchange rate for the foreign currency

Dangote Cement's Revenue Soars, But Production Costs Rise 45% In Tandem

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Dangote Cement Records N1.04trn Profit, Suffers 3.38% Drop In Pan-Africa Revenue

December 5, 2025

Dangote Cement recorded a 23.20 percent decline in its revenue in the first nine months of 2025, according to the company’s condensed consolidated and

Bulls Charge Ahead As NGX Shatters Records As Market Cap Surpasses N50trn

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UAC Nigeria Leads Gainers, Union Dicon Tops NGX Losers’ List

December 5, 2025

The market capitalisation of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited settled at N93.72 trillion on Friday, December 5, while the all-share index (ASI) closed at

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Benin Government Confirms Attempted Coup Has Been Foiled, Talon Safe

December 7, 2025

Benin’s government says an attempted coup d’état launched early Sunday has been successfully foiled, after soldiers briefly seized state television and claimed to have removed President Patrice Talon from power. Authorities now report that Talon is safe, security forces are in control, and the situation is stabilising across the country. The incident began when a group of soldiers identifying themselves

Africa·News·Politics·Top Stories

Benin Plunged Into Uncertainty as Soldiers Announce Ouster of President Talon

December 7, 2025

Benin descended into political uncertainty on Sunday after soldiers appeared on state

Business·News·Politics

Tinubu Hosts Chinese Envoy, Push for Deeper Strategic Partnership, Zero-Tariff Implementation

December 6, 2025

President Tinubu on Friday received the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai,

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Malami Rejects Terror-Financing Link, Slams Report as Baseless Political Smear

December 6, 2025

Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN,

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U.S. Prioritises Western Hemisphere as New National Security Strategy Marks Major Shift in Global Posture

December 6, 2025

The United States has released a sweeping new National Security Strategy (NSS)

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

Entertainment

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,

Entertainment

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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China Deploys 24/7 AI-Powered Police Patrol Vehicles in New Phase of Automated Urban Policing

December 7, 2025

China has expanded its push into automated law-enforcement with the deployment of AI-driven police patrol vehicles capable of operating round-the-clock using facial-recognition technology, panoramic

News·Nigeria·Technology·Top Stories

FG Unveils Nationwide Real-Time Online Classes to Bridge Learning Gaps

November 25, 2025

The Federal Ministry of Education has launched a nationwide rollout of Inspire Live(s), a real-time online learning initiative aimed at expanding equitable access to

Business·Finance & Economy·News·Technology

Swiss Deposit Token Trial Shows Banks Can Adopt Digital Money Reliably, Says D24 Fintech

November 19, 2025

The Swiss Bankers Association (SBA) is taking steps to establish a digital Swiss franc known as the deposit token. In September, PostFinance AG, Sygnum

US-based Global Inventor Cyprian Emeka Uzoh Receives Cheiftaincy Title In Nigeria

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The Copper Catalyst: How Cyprian Uzoh’s Breakthrough Changed the World

November 8, 2025

Uzoh's copper interconnect technology has been a game-changer for the tech industry, enabling faster, more powerful, and more efficient electronics. His commitment to giving

Business·Finance & Economy·Technology

Arab Bank, DCO Agree on Framework for Cooperation on Inclusive, Sustainable Digital Economies

November 1, 2025

The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), the world’s first standalone international intergovernmental organization dedicated to accelerating inclusive and sustainable digital economies, and the Arab Bank

Sport

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League Expels Katsina United From Home Ground, Slams ₦9m Penalty Over Violence

November 10, 2025

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has imposed a ₦9 million fine on Katsina United and ordered the club to play all remaining home fixtures behind closed doors at the New Jos Stadium, following severe security lapses during Saturday’s 1–1 draw with Barau FC. In a strongly worded statement, the league said Katsina United were formally charged for breaching multiple

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Nigeria’s World Cup Hopes Take Hit: Moffi and Ajayi Out of Gabon Playoff

October 19, 2025

The playoff match against Gabon is scheduled for November 13 in Morocco,

News·Sports

I Believe In You – Tinubu Hails Super Eagles for Thrashing Benin Republic 4.0

October 14, 2025

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday evening congratulated the Super Eagles on what

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Osimhen’s Hat-Trick Heroics Spark Super Eagles’ Thrilling 4-0 Victory Over Benin Republic

October 14, 2025

In a breathtaking display of attacking prowess, Nigeria’s Super Eagles stormed to

News·Sports

Miracle Landing: Super Eagles Touch Down Safely in Uyo After Mid-Air Scare

October 12, 2025

The Super Eagles have finally arrived in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, after

Markets

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SEC Orders Full Registration of Tradable Instruments by January 2026

November 28, 2025

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ordered all Capital Market Operators (CMOs) in Nigeria to declare their compliance status and ensure that every

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UK Targets Sugary Milk Drinks as Government Tightens Health Levy

November 26, 2025

The UK Labour government has expanded its existing sugar tax to include milk-based drinks such as milkshakes, sweetened yoghurt drinks and ready-to-drink coffees, in

Business·Currency·Markets

Black Market Dollar (USD) To Naira (NGN) Exchange Rate Today, 26th November 2025

November 26, 2025

What is the dollar-to-naira exchange rate on the black market, like the Aboki Fx? The exchange rate for the US dollar (USD) to Nigerian

CBN Further Raises Benchmark Interest Rate To 27.25%

Business·Markets

CBN Holds Interest Rate At 27% — Fourth Time In 2025

November 25, 2025

The monetary policy committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has retained the monetary policy rate (MPR), the benchmark for interest rate,

Bank of England Eyes High Interest Rate Amidst Falling Inflation: Analysts Suggest June For Cut

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Bank of England Set for December Rate Cut

November 19, 2025

"With inflation still at 3.6% and deposit yields poised to move downward, the risk of negative real returns looms."

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Chinese Fighter Jets Lock Radar on Japanese Aircraft Near Okinawa, Tokyo Lodges Protest

December 7, 2025

Japan has accused Chinese military jets of locking fire-control radar on Japanese F-15 fighter aircraft during two “dangerous” encounters near Okinawa on Saturday, escalating tensions between the two East Asian powers. Beijing denied the claims, calling Japan’s account “erroneous” and accusing Tokyo

Africa·News·Politics·Top Stories

Benin Government Confirms Attempted Coup Has Been Foiled, Talon Safe

December 7, 2025

Benin’s government says an attempted coup d’état launched early Sunday has been successfully foiled, after soldiers briefly seized state television and claimed to have removed President Patrice Talon from power. Authorities now report that Talon is safe, security forces are in control,

News·Security·Technology·Top Stories·World News

China Deploys 24/7 AI-Powered Police Patrol Vehicles in New Phase of Automated Urban Policing

December 7, 2025

China has expanded its push into automated law-enforcement with the deployment of AI-driven police patrol vehicles capable of operating round-the-clock using facial-recognition technology, panoramic cameras and multi-sensor systems to monitor urban environments. Verified reports from Chinese state media and international outlets indicate

Africa·News·Politics·Top Stories

Benin Plunged Into Uncertainty as Soldiers Announce Ouster of President Talon

December 7, 2025

Benin descended into political uncertainty on Sunday after soldiers appeared on state television announcing that they had removed President Patrice Talon from power and dissolved all state institutions. The announcement, broadcast early in the morning on ORTB, followed reports of heavy gunfire

Business·News·Politics

Tinubu Hosts Chinese Envoy, Push for Deeper Strategic Partnership, Zero-Tariff Implementation

December 6, 2025

President Tinubu on Friday received the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, at the State House in Abuja, as both countries moved to strengthen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and expand cooperation across key economic and security sectors. Ambassador Yu, who was accompanied

Africa·Business·News·Top Stories

Africa Not Rising: Ex-Nigerian Central Bank Official Blames ‘GDP Delusion’

December 6, 2025

Africa Isn’t Rising Yet’: Former Nigerian Central Bank Official Calls Out ‘GDP Delusion’ and Missing Worldview In a blunt assessment that has already sparked debate across think‑tanks and newsrooms, Kingsley Moghalu – founder of the IGET Academy and former deputy governor of

US: Violent Crime Rate Dropped In 2022 – FBI Report

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U.S. Court Jails Adekoya for 20 Years Over $2m Nationwide Bank-Fraud, Money-Laundering Scheme

December 6, 2025

A U.S. federal court has sentenced Oluwaseun Adekoya – a man who operated under multiple aliases while running a sprawling nationwide bank-fraud and money-laundering network to 20 years in prison for orchestrating schemes that stole and cleaned more than $2 million through

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Malami Rejects Terror-Financing Link, Slams Report as Baseless Political Smear

December 6, 2025

Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has strongly denied insinuations linking him to terrorism financing, describing the allegations as baseless, misleading, and politically motivated. In a statement obtained by Prime Business Africa, Malami said his attention

News·Politics·Top Stories·World News

U.S. Prioritises Western Hemisphere as New National Security Strategy Marks Major Shift in Global Posture

December 6, 2025

The United States has released a sweeping new National Security Strategy (NSS) that dramatically reshapes the country’s foreign-policy priorities, placing the Western Hemisphere at the centre of U.S. national security for the first time in decades and recasting China primarily as an

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