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Obi Slams $9m U.S. Lobbying Spend, Links It to Nigeria’s Stagnant Development, Failing Hospitals

January 16, 2026

Former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised the Federal Government over the reported expenditure of $9 million on foreign lobbyists in the United States, describing it as a stark example of misplaced priorities that

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Countdown to 2027: Abba Atiku’s Defection Sparks Early Election Chess Moves

January 16, 2026

by Amanze Chinonye

The defection of Abba Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, to the All Progressives Congress (APC) is being viewed by political observers as an early, symbolic maneuver in Nigeria’s unfolding 2027 electoral landscape. Abba officially joined

Sterling Bank Steps Up Environmental Sustainability Efforts

Nigerian banks are increasingly prioritizing environmental sustainability and climate action, with Sterling Bank leading the charge. The bank, in collaboration with Sterling

Banks Lead the Charge: Fidelity Bank’s Tree Planting Initiative Signals Shift in Financing Norms

Fidelity Bank Plc has taken a significant step towards environmental preservation and sustainable development by partnering with Greenfingers Wildlife Initiative to plant

Business

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Five Real Estate Stocks That Delivered High Returns To Investors In 2025

January 15, 2026

Shareholders of five real estate companies on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), also known as the stock market, gained N75.25 billion between January 2, 2025,

Naira Falls Against Dollar In Black Market As Demand Increases In FX Market

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Dollar Trades At N1,420/$1, N1,484/$1 In Official, Black Markets

January 15, 2026

In the Nigerian foreign exchange market (NFEM), also known as the official window, the dollar recorded a N0.5 kobo decline, after trading at N1,420/$1

FIRS Urges Non-Domestic Oil Shipping Companies To Comply With Tax Laws In Nigeria

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NRS Clarifies: VAT on Banking Fees Not Newly Introduced

January 15, 2026

The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has dismissed media reports suggesting that a new Value Added Tax (VAT) on banking services and electronic transfers has

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7.5% VAT Hits Mobile Transfers, USSD Payments in Nigeria Starting January 19

January 15, 2026

Nigerians sending money through mobile banking or USSD platforms will, from Monday, January 19, 2026, incur a 7.5 percent Value Added Tax (VAT) on

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Caverton, Ikeja Hotel Halt NGX’s Bullish Run, Market Cap Drops By N457bn

January 15, 2026

On Thursday, January 15, the market capitalisation of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), also known as the stock market, decreased to N106.32 trillion, from N106.78

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Countdown to 2027: Abba Atiku’s Defection Sparks Early Election Chess Moves

January 16, 2026

The defection of Abba Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, to the All Progressives Congress (APC) is being viewed by political observers as an early, symbolic maneuver in Nigeria’s unfolding 2027 electoral landscape. Abba officially joined the APC on Thursday in Abuja, pledging support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid. He was received by key

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Museveni Takes Early Lead as Uganda Releases Preliminary Presidential Results

January 16, 2026

Uganda’s Electoral Commission has announced preliminary results from the country’s presidential election,

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60% VAT Formula Could Reduce South-East Allocation, Chidoka Warns

January 14, 2026

Former minister Osita Chidoka has warned that a proposed change to Nigeria’s

Nigeria·Politics·Top Stories

FCT Voters List Rises to 1.68 Million Ahead of Council Polls

January 14, 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released an updated voters’ register

Nigeria·Politics·Top Stories

Pressure Mounts on Nigeria’s Senate Over Electoral Reform Delay

January 14, 2026

Nigeria’s Senate leadership is facing growing pressure over delays in considering the

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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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

Business·News·Technology

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

News·Nigeria·Technology·Top Stories

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

Business·News·Technology·Top Stories

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

Business·News·Technology

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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Business·Celebrity News·News·Sports

January 15, 2026

Nigeria’s football authorities have threatened legal action against telecoms company Airtel Nigeria, accusing it of unauthorised marketing linked to the Super Eagles’ Africa Cup of Nations campaign. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) says Airtel engaged in what it described as “ambush marketing” by using Super Eagles imagery and branding without approval. It is demanding N1bn (£620,000) in compensation. In a

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Morocco Win on Penalties Against Nigeria to Face Senegal in AFCON Final

January 15, 2026

It will be a battle of “Lions” in the Africa Cup of

Africa·FEATURES·Insights·Sports

AFCON 2025: ‘Morocco Is Beatable on Their Own Soil — I Was There on August 28, 1983’

January 14, 2026

How Three Flying Eagles—Paul Okoku, Chibuzor Ehilegbu, and Isa Shofoluwe—Called in Days

Opinion·Sports·Top Stories

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

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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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Business·Finance & Economy·Markets·News·Nigeria

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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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

Business·Markets·News

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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Obi Slams $9m U.S. Lobbying Spend, Links It to Nigeria’s Stagnant Development, Failing Hospitals

January 16, 2026

Former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised the Federal Government over the reported expenditure of $9 million on foreign lobbyists in the United States, describing it as a stark example of misplaced priorities that continue to

News·Politics·Top Stories

Countdown to 2027: Abba Atiku’s Defection Sparks Early Election Chess Moves

January 16, 2026

The defection of Abba Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, to the All Progressives Congress (APC) is being viewed by political observers as an early, symbolic maneuver in Nigeria’s unfolding 2027 electoral landscape. Abba officially joined the APC

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Trump Keeps Nobel Peace Prize Medal Gifted by Venezuela’s Machado, Nobel Body Reiterates Award Rules

January 16, 2026

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado on Thursday presented her Nobel Peace Prize medal to U.S. President Donald Trump during a private White House meeting, a symbolic gesture aimed at influencing Washington’s role in shaping Venezuela’s political future. A White House official

Africa·News·Politics·Top Stories

Museveni Takes Early Lead as Uganda Releases Preliminary Presidential Results

January 16, 2026

Uganda’s Electoral Commission has announced preliminary results from the country’s presidential election, showing President Yoweri Museveni with a commanding lead as vote collation continues nationwide, Prime Business Africa reports. According to figures released by the commission, Museveni has secured about 76 per

Business·Finance & Economy·News

Sterling Bank Steps Up Environmental Sustainability Efforts

January 16, 2026

Nigerian banks are increasingly prioritizing environmental sustainability and climate action, with Sterling Bank leading the charge. The bank, in collaboration with Sterling One Foundation, Sunbeth, and government agencies, organized a nationwide Environmental Cleanup and Beach Adoption exercise, covering 17 states and engaging

Business·Finance & Economy·News

Banks Lead the Charge: Fidelity Bank’s Tree Planting Initiative Signals Shift in Financing Norms

January 16, 2026

Fidelity Bank Plc has taken a significant step towards environmental preservation and sustainable development by partnering with Greenfingers Wildlife Initiative to plant trees at Elegushi Beach, Lekki, Lagos. This initiative, part of the bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, Fidelity Helping Hands

Business·Top Stories

Five Real Estate Stocks That Delivered High Returns To Investors In 2025

January 15, 2026

Shareholders of five real estate companies on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), also known as the stock market, gained N75.25 billion between January 2, 2025, and December 31, 2025. There are seven real estate companies listed on the NGX: UPDC Plc, UPDC Real

News·Top Stories·World News

France Says Europe Can Defend Greenland as Tensions Rise Over Trump’s Remarks

January 15, 2026

France has insisted that European NATO allies are fully capable of defending their territory, including Greenland, amid renewed controversy sparked by comments from United States President Donald Trump suggesting American control of the Arctic island is a strategic necessity. French Foreign Minister

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Dollar Trades At N1,420/$1, N1,484/$1 In Official, Black Markets

January 15, 2026

In the Nigerian foreign exchange market (NFEM), also known as the official window, the dollar recorded a N0.5 kobo decline, after trading at N1,420/$1 on Thursday, January 15. The foreign exchange (FX) rate for the United States currency increased from the N1,419.5

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