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The naira weakened for a third straight session on Wednesday, closing at ₦1,473.29 to the United States dollar at the official market.  This compares with ₦1,463.23 on Tuesday and ₦1,457.51 at the start of the week, extending a slow but persistent slide. Dealers attribute the move to end-user demand from importers…Read More

Nigeria’s House of Representatives has invited the Central Bank of Nigeria to explain why everyday customers keep paying more in fees, transfer charges, SMS alerts, card maintenance, stamp duty, and “nuisance” deductions that quietly add up. The session could trigger a long-overdue clean-up: clearer caps, stricter enforcement…Read More

NBA superstar Kevin Durant has agreed to a two-year, $90 million contract extension with the Houston Rockets, a deal that read more Kevin Durant’s $90m Rockets deal surpasses LeBron James’ all-time NBA earnings…Read More

Thelma Lawson becomes Big Brother Naija’s Head of House for Week 7, earning immunity and inviting Mide to enjoy the HoH lounge. #BNxBBNaija10 The post Thelma Lawson Steps Into Power as Big Brother Naija’s Week 7 Head of House appeared first on BellaNaija – Showcasing Africa to the world…Read More

The Abia State government has said that the healthcare needs of its citizens will always remain a top priority. The Commissioner for Health, Professor Enoch Ogbonnaya Uche, stated this on Tuesday during the functionalisation of Nkwoegwu and Ogbodinibe primary healthcare centres in Umuahia. The commissioner, who disclosed that Governor Alex Otti inherited over 900 primary healthcare centres in deplorable conditions, said the situation had previously exposed pregnant women and their children to danger. He noted that the governor declared a state of emergency in the health sector by building and rehabilitating primary healthcare centres across the 17 LGAs, with the…

Niger State governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has partnered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, ICAN, to audit the state’s financial records, correct anomalies where necessary, and identify areas for improvement in its accounting system. The governor stated this while declaring open the 20th Northern Zonal Accountants’ Conference in Minna, with the theme, “Accountability and National Re-orientation: Unlocking Nigeria’s Socio-Economic Potentials.” According to him, “The partnership with ICAN to audit the state’s financial record would set an example for other states of the federation, because transparency and fiscal discipline are necessary tools for delivering good governance and unlocking the…

Super Eagles of Nigeria are now in eighth place in the ranking for the second-best loser spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. This follows their 1-1 draw against South Africa on Tuesday evening. William Troost-Ekong’s own goal and Calvin Bassey’s header ensured both Eric Chelle’s side and Bafana Bafana shared the points in Bloemfontein. The result leaves Nigeria in second place in Group C with 11 points, six points adrift of leaders South Africa. DAILY POST reports that Gabon currently tops the second-best loser ranking with 18 points from seven matches. They are followed by Madagascar (16 points…

The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has charged women across the country to join hands in the fight against human trafficking in Nigeria. Sulaiman-Ibrahim expressed regret that a large number of Nigerian girls trafficked under the false pretence of lucrative jobs are still stranded in various countries worldwide. According to the Minister, mothers should cherish their daughters and help raise awareness in order to curb this disturbing trend. She stated this on Tuesday during a working visit to Ogun State and to the Safe Centre and Women Development Centre, Asero, Abeokuta. Sulaiman-Ibrahim called for more sensitisation…

Spain-based Nigerian singer, Attih Soul, performed at Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal’s 18th birthday party on July 13, 2025. The rising star thrilled the audience with his distinctive blend of R&B and soul. His captivating performance had the celebrant and guests bouncing and cheering. The choice of Attih Soul’s music as the soundtrack to Lamine’s exclusive, star-studded celebration has sparked speculation that he may be one of the footballer’s favourite artists. Yamal has often spoken of his love for African music. Throughout his career, Attih Soul has earned several accolades, including the Best Performer award at the World Music Day Festival…

The family of Gloria Ikhaghu, a victim of the kidnapping incident, which occurred on Friday, September 5, 2025, has appealed to the State Governor Monday Okpebholo to assist in the safe return of their daughter. DAILY POST recalls that the victim alongside other passengers were abducted during an attack on an 18-seater bus belonging to the New Edo Line Transport Company and a Toyota Camry car along the Benin-Owan-Auchi road. A source close to the family said her captors are demanding for the sum of N15 million ransom fro her and each of the victims. He said the N15 million…