Nigeria’s current account surplus rose by 67.9% to $7.54 billion in the second quarter of 2026, from $4.49 billion in the preceding quarter, supported by stronger export receipts and higher diaspora remittances. The surplus was also 45.8% above the $5.17 billion recorded in the corresponding peri...
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The Nigerian Army has announced a special recruitment for skilled men and women, with free online registration open from September 16 to October 21, 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-unveils-special-recruitment-for-skilled-recruits/...
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The Federal Government and the Central Bank of Nigeria have signed a deal to coordinate policies on inflation, debt, and forex management. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-cbn-sign-deal-to-tackle-inflation-debt-forex/...
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Nigerian content creator and streamer, Peller, has mocked comedian Carter Efe over his reported N15 million fee for a boxing match, saying he would demand N100 million to fight. Peller made the remark in a video shared on his social media page while responding to Carter Efe’s all...
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The Nigerian Army has announced the commencement of online registration for special skilled men and women for the 92 Regular Recruits Intake (92RRI) Recruitment Exercise. According to the Army, the online registration commenced on September 16, 2026, and will run until October 21...
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Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has ordered a full investigation into the deaths of about 37 suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Minna. Bago, who spoke during a media chat in Minna, described the deaths as ...
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Supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, on Thursday, repelled an attack by suspected political thugs during an ongoing 1-million-man march in support of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso in Warri, Delta State. The incident reportedly occurred near the Warri Airport, where...
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The National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD) has announced the appointment of Mrs. Arese Ugwu as its new Acting Managing Director. The post BREAKING: NASD appoints Mrs. Arese Ugwu as new Acting Managing Director appeared first on Nairametrics ....
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By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has called on the Nigeria Police Force to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into the alleged attack on its campaign train in Ososa, Odogbolu local government area of the state....
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The Federal Government has expressed deep sorrow over the death of 37 suspected illegal miners detained during enforcement operations against suspected illegal mining activities in Wushishi/Lukoto axis of Niger. The suspected illegal mine...
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The quarter-final fixtures for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland have been confirmed following the completion of the Round of 16 matches. Nigeria’s Falconets secured their place in the last eight after a convincing 3-0 victory over England on Thursday. The result put...
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Protesters have taken to the streets in parts of Minna, the Niger State capital, following the reported deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Niger State Command. The protest was reported in areas inclu...
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President Bola Tinubu on Thursday met with his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron. The meeting was held during a private dinner at the Élysée Palace in Paris, France. According to the Nigerian Television Authority, NTA, the meeting focused on the shared commitment of Nigeria and...
