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Aminu Tambuwal Quits PDP, Joins African Democratic Congress

March 12, 2026

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives and two-term Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Tambuwal’s resignation, submitted in writing to his ward chairman,

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Why Senate Replaced Akpoti-Uduaghan With Male Senator in Nigeria’s Delegation to UN Women’s Conference

March 12, 2026

by Amanze Chinonye

The Nigerian Senate has removed Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the senator representing Kogi Central, from the country’s delegation to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) in New York City, replacing her with Adeniyi Adegbonmire. The development has drawn

Sahara Group Unveils Asharami Square To Enhance Sustainability Coverage In Media

Sahara Group Challenges Young Africans To Turn Energy Challenges into Entrepreneurial Opportunities

Sahara Group has called on young Africans to transform the continent’s pressing energy challenges into entrepreneurial opportunities, emphasizing a mindset shift towards

‘Nigeria’s National Single Window: A Make-or-Break Moment for Trade Facilitation

Nigeria is poised to unlock up to $3 billion in logistics investment and generate approximately $18 million in annual efficiency savings with

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Banking Disruptions Hit Two Major Iranian Lenders, Leaving Customers Unable to Access Services

March 11, 2026

Widespread disruptions have affected two of Iran’s largest financial institutions, leaving customers across the country unable to access online banking platforms, mobile applications and

Agro-Economy·Business·FEATURES

Hormuz Disruption Exposes Hidden Risk to Global Food Supply as Fertiliser Markets Tighten

March 11, 2026

The escalating disruption around the Strait of Hormuz is sending shockwaves through global commodity markets. While much of the immediate attention has focused on

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

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Dollar Sells Above N1,400 Across Official, Black Markets

March 10, 2026

The foreign exchange (FX) rate for the United States dollar (USD) was N1,431.13 kobo per $1 on Tuesday, March 10, rising from N1,421 per

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NGX Market Cap Drops As Share Prices Of Mutual Benefit, NASCON, Others Decline

March 10, 2026

The market capitalisation of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) closed at N125.85 trillion on Tuesday, March 10, falling below the N126.58 trillion recorded on Monday,

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Olorunshola, Anammah… Five Women Leading Nigerian Companies Worth Over N1trn

March 10, 2026

Out of 24 trillion-naira companies in Nigeria, only four are led by women, either as a board chair or chief executive officer (CEO), according

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Aminu Tambuwal Quits PDP, Joins African Democratic Congress

March 12, 2026

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives and two-term Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Tambuwal’s resignation, submitted in writing to his ward chairman, comes amid ongoing internal crises, leadership disagreements, and growing divisions within the PDP, which he reportedly found increasingly difficult to

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Why Senate Replaced Akpoti-Uduaghan With Male Senator in Nigeria’s Delegation to UN Women’s Conference

March 12, 2026

The Nigerian Senate has removed Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the senator representing Kogi Central,

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India, Other Countries Reject Nigerian Ambassadors

March 11, 2026

India and several other countries have reportedly declined to accept some of

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Ekiti, Osun Polls Will Test APC Strength Ahead of 2027 – Oyintiloye

March 10, 2026

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon.

NNPC Has Not Added N20,000 To Federation Account This Year – El-Rufai Says

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8 Political Reasons Nasir El-Rufai’s Ministerial Nomination Failed, According to Insiders

March 9, 2026

In 2023, Nasir El-Rufai, ex-Governor of Kaduna State, was nominated by President

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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7 Signs a Video or Voice Recording Might Be a Deepfake

March 10, 2026

Deepfakes—AI-generated videos, images, or audio—can create realistic but fake content. They are increasingly used for scams, misinformation, or even entertainment. While detection tools exist,

Google Stabs Self, Confesses More People Using Social Media Than Search Engine

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Google Expands AI Search in Nigeria with Yorùbá, Hausa Language Support

March 6, 2026

Technology giant Google has rolled out support for the Yorùbá and Hausa languages in its artificial intelligence-powered search features in Nigeria, a move aimed

Nigerian Govt Launches 'Build-A-Thon Program', Seeks Visionary Educators To Foster Tech Innovation In Schools

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FEC Approves GIS-Enabled Alphanumeric Digital Postcode System for Nigeria

March 5, 2026

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the implementation of a Geographic Information System (GIS)-enabled alphanumeric digital postcode system aimed at modernising Nigeria’s national

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Tinubu Envisages Lebara to Transform Nigeria’s Digital Space, Create Jobs

February 28, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed the launch of Lebara Nigeria, describing it as a signal of investor confidence in the country’s digital economy,

Africa·News·Technology

Dozens of Ghanaians Killed Fighting in Ukraine War

February 28, 2026

Dozens of Ghanaians have been killed while fighting in the war in Ukraine, with two others currently held as prisoners of war, Foreign Affairs

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Former Super Eagles Coach Festus Onigbinde Dies at 88

March 10, 2026

Former head coach of the Nigeria national football team, Festus Adegboye Onigbinde, has died at the age of 88. The family confirmed his passing in a statement signed by Bolade Adesuyi, noting that the Modakeke-born high chief died on Monday night after a brief illness. “With great gratitude to God for a life well spent, we announce the passing of

Opinion·Sports

21km Dusted: Today I Chased Miles, Not Speed

March 8, 2026

By Osita Chidoka Today in for the first time since 2022, I

Opinion·Sports

At 54, Approaching 55, I Have Begun to Rethink What Fitness Means

March 8, 2026

By Osita Chidoka For years, I wore speed like a badge of

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Champions League: Real Madrid Punished for Supporter’s Nazi Salute

March 6, 2026

UEFA fined Real Madrid 15,000 euros ($17,000) on Friday after a fan

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Iran Women’s Team Stands Silent During Anthem at Asian Cup Opener

March 3, 2026

The Iran women’s national football team made a striking statement on Monday

Markets

Oil Production: Nigeria Again Exceeds OPEC Quota In 2025

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6 Things Nigerians Should Know About the Current Oil Market Trends

March 9, 2026

The global oil market is once again at the centre of international attention as rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East trigger sharp price

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Nigeria Cooking Gas Price Jumps 40% Amid Us, Iran Crisis

March 5, 2026

Cooking gas prices in Nigeria have jumped about 40 percent amid the ongoing fighting involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Liquefied Petroleum Gas

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Dangote Cement Records 20% Increase in 2025 Revenue

March 1, 2026

Dangote Cement Plc reported a 20.3 percent rise in revenue to 4.31 trillion naira ($2.7 billion) for the year ending Dec. 31, 2025, driven

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Aston Martin to Cut 20% of Workforce Over Rising Losses

February 25, 2026

British luxury carmaker Aston Martin has announced plans to reduce its workforce by up to 20 percent, following widening annual losses linked to US

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CPPE Warns Nigeria’s $6bn Capital Inflow Surge May Be Fragile Despite Rebound

February 24, 2026

Nigeria recorded a sharp increase in foreign capital inflows in the third quarter of 2025, but the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise

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Aminu Tambuwal Quits PDP, Joins African Democratic Congress

March 12, 2026

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives and two-term Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Tambuwal’s resignation, submitted in writing to his ward chairman, comes amid

News·Politics

Why Senate Replaced Akpoti-Uduaghan With Male Senator in Nigeria’s Delegation to UN Women’s Conference

March 12, 2026

The Nigerian Senate has removed Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the senator representing Kogi Central, from the country’s delegation to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) in New York City, replacing her with Adeniyi Adegbonmire. The development has drawn attention because

Minister Urges SEC to Tighten Cryptocurrency Oversight, Ensure Market Integrity

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FG Assesses Impact of Middle East Tensions on Nigeria’s Economy

March 11, 2026

The Federal Government says it is closely monitoring escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East involving the United States, Israel and Iran, as part of efforts to safeguard Nigeria’s economic stability. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the Federal Ministry of

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India, Other Countries Reject Nigerian Ambassadors

March 11, 2026

India and several other countries have reportedly declined to accept some of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recently nominated ambassadors, citing diplomatic policies that discourage receiving envoys from administrations with less than two years remaining in office. High-ranking officials in the Presidency and

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NBA 2026 Election in Limbo as Court Orders Freeze Presidential Nominations

March 11, 2026

The 2026 presidential race of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has been thrown into turmoil after the Oyo State High Court, Ibadan, issued interim orders freezing the electoral process. The legal challenge was filed by Egbe Amofin O’odua, a forum representing

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Banking Disruptions Hit Two Major Iranian Lenders, Leaving Customers Unable to Access Services

March 11, 2026

Widespread disruptions have affected two of Iran’s largest financial institutions, leaving customers across the country unable to access online banking platforms, mobile applications and some electronic payment services. Customers of Bank Sepah and Bank Melli Iran began reporting problems early Wednesday, with

Agro-Economy·Business·FEATURES

Hormuz Disruption Exposes Hidden Risk to Global Food Supply as Fertiliser Markets Tighten

March 11, 2026

The escalating disruption around the Strait of Hormuz is sending shockwaves through global commodity markets. While much of the immediate attention has focused on oil prices, analysts warn that a quieter but potentially more consequential crisis is unfolding in fertiliser markets one

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Rights Group Urges EFCC to Probe Fire at Head of Service Office, Alleged Missing Capital Budget Funds

March 11, 2026

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate the fire outbreak that occurred Monday morning at the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation in Abuja.

News·Top Stories·World News

Use of ‘Jaanbaz’ by Iranian State TV Fuels Speculation Over Possible Injury to Mojtaba Khamenei

March 10, 2026

Speculation over the health of Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has intensified after Iranian state television reportedly used a term historically associated with wounded war veterans while announcing his succession. According to reports from Iranian media monitoring and international outlets, the

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