Bandits attack: Soldiers, Forest Guards take over Kwara communities, as death toll rises to 40
Following the bandits' attack in Woro and Nuku communities of Kaiama local government area of Kwara state, Tuesday evening, Soldiers and Forest Guards have taken over the communities, even as the death toll in the affected communities has risen to forty persons.
Police apprehend 24-year-old over alleged N48m romance scam in Lagos
The Airport Police Command has apprehended a 24-year-old man in connection with an alleged large-scale romance fraud scheme involving N48.5 million (about 35,000 dollars). The command’s spokesperson, ASP Mohammed Adeola, confirmed the arrest in a statement in Lagos. Adeola said the suspect was apprehended on Monday while attempting to board a flight to Asaba. “The […]
Taxes, fuel hike slow business growth in January – NESG report
As Business Confidence drops to 6-month low By Babajide Komolafe Rising taxes and fuel price adjustments slowed the pace of business growth in Nigeria in January 2026, pushing business confidence to a six-month low, according to the latest Business Confidence Monitor (BCM) report released by the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG). The report showed that the Current […]
Pound to Naira exchange rate today, February 4, 2026
The British Pound Sterling (GBP) showed a slight softening against the Nigerian Naira during the early morning trading session on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, February 4, 2026
The Nigerian Naira maintained its steady stance against the United States Dollar during early trading on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Cartoon: “Shege promax” for English dictionary; what word do you suggest?
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