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Hamas Welcomes Blair’s Removal from Gaza Peace Council, Rejects International Disarmament Plan

December 8, 2025

Hamas has welcomed reports that former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair has been removed from the proposed Gaza “board of peace,” with the group citing his perceived pro-Israel bias as a key concern. Speaking to media outlets, senior Hamas official

Mokwa Flood: Niger Govt Under Fire For Seeking Financial Help Despite Receiving $10m W’Bank Grant

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Governor Bago Welcomes 100 Freed St Mary’s Students Amid Ongoing Search for Remaining Captives

December 8, 2025

by Amanze Chinonye

One hundred students abducted from St Mary’s Catholic School in Papiri, Niger State, have been rescued and formally handed over to Governor Mohammed Umar Bago, even as more than 150 others remain unaccounted for following one of the country’s largest

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

Business

Naira vs Dollar: What To Expect This Week (24th-30th, March 2025)

Business·Top Stories

Dollar Rate Closes At N1,454/$ In Official Window

December 8, 2025

In the Nigerian foreign exchange market (NFEM), also known as the official window, on Monday, December 8, the United States dollar (USD) traded flat

The equity market closed in positive territory for the second time this week as stocks rose by 0.04%. Investors traded N15.07bn worth of shares.

Business·Top Stories

NGX Market Cap Rises By N240bn, Morison Leads Top Gainers

December 8, 2025

On Monday, December 8, the stock market capitalisation of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited increased by N240 billion or 0.26 percent. The market capitalisation

Business·Top Stories

Five Most Profitable Insurance Stocks In Q3 2025

December 8, 2025

Within the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, shareholders of 17 insurance companies recorded growth in their investments, while one closed the period with a

Business·News

UBA Named Africa’s Bank of the Year 2025, Clinches 10 Awards Across the Continent

December 8, 2025

Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has strengthened its position as one of the continent’s leading financial institutions after being named

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

Politics

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Kwankwaso Sounds Alarm on Rising Insecurity, Ethnic Profiling in Nigeria

December 8, 2025

Former Minister of Defence and ex-Governor of Kano State, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s worsening security situation, calling on the Federal Government to act urgently to preserve national cohesion. In a statement released on Monday, Kwankwaso warned that the Federal Government appears overwhelmed in addressing escalating insecurity, a challenge that has manifested in growing incidents of

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

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,

News·Politics·Top Stories

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,

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

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

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

Business·News·Technology·Top Stories·World News

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

News·Sports

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

News·Sports

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

Business·Markets·News

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

Markets·News·Prime Health360·World News

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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Hamas Welcomes Blair’s Removal from Gaza Peace Council, Rejects International Disarmament Plan

December 8, 2025

Hamas has welcomed reports that former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair has been removed from the proposed Gaza “board of peace,” with the group citing his perceived pro-Israel bias as a key concern. Speaking to media outlets, senior Hamas official Taher al-Nunu

News·Nigeria·Security·Top Stories

Governor Bago Welcomes 100 Freed St Mary’s Students Amid Ongoing Search for Remaining Captives

December 8, 2025

One hundred students abducted from St Mary’s Catholic School in Papiri, Niger State, have been rescued and formally handed over to Governor Mohammed Umar Bago, even as more than 150 others remain unaccounted for following one of the country’s largest mass kidnappings

Business·Top Stories

Dollar Rate Closes At N1,454/$ In Official Window

December 8, 2025

In the Nigerian foreign exchange market (NFEM), also known as the official window, on Monday, December 8, the United States dollar (USD) traded flat at N1,454 per $1, the same foreign exchange (FX) rate reported on Friday, December 5. Before the exchange

Business·Top Stories

NGX Market Cap Rises By N240bn, Morison Leads Top Gainers

December 8, 2025

On Monday, December 8, the stock market capitalisation of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited increased by N240 billion or 0.26 percent. The market capitalisation increased from N93.72 trillion on Friday, December 5, to N93.96 trillion. Also, the all-share index (ASI) appreciated by

News·Nigeria·Politics

Kwankwaso Sounds Alarm on Rising Insecurity, Ethnic Profiling in Nigeria

December 8, 2025

Former Minister of Defence and ex-Governor of Kano State, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s worsening security situation, calling on the Federal Government to act urgently to preserve national cohesion. In a statement released on Monday, Kwankwaso warned that

Finance & Economy·Opinion

Are The New Tax Laws Necessary In The Midst Of Insecurity, Endemic Corruption, High Inflation?

December 8, 2025

By Mohammed I. TSAV Esq. The implementation of these new tax laws in January 2026; under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration, in the midst of insecurity, endemic corruption and high inflation, an unsteady economy, and an unstable Naira, has sparked a debate

Business·Top Stories

Five Most Profitable Insurance Stocks In Q3 2025

December 8, 2025

Within the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, shareholders of 17 insurance companies recorded growth in their investments, while one closed the period with a decline in investments held by its investors. The NGX consists of the following insurance companies with active trading

News·World News

Sudan, Gaza, Syria dominate UN’s $23bn humanitarian appeal for 2026

December 8, 2025

Sudan, the Occupied Palestinian Territory, and Syria account for nearly $10 billion of the United Nations’ $23 billion humanitarian appeal for 2026, as conflict, displacement, and economic collapse continue to drive some of the world’s most severe crises. The funding request, contained

Events & Opportunities·News·Nigeria

Top Political Figures Converge in Ile-Ife as First Lady Receives Yeye Asiwaju Title

December 8, 2025

Nigeria’s political and traditional establishment converged on Ile-Ife on Sunday as First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, was installed Yeye Asiwaju Gbogbo Ile-Oodua during activities marking the 10th coronation anniversary of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Prime Business Africa reports.

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