Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, February 27, 2026
The Nigerian Naira maintained a firm standing against the US Dollar on Friday, February 27, 2026, closing the trading week on a positive note.
Edo : Okpebholo’s developmental strides reflecting, appreciated
By Charles Igiebor I sincerely commend Governor. Monday Okpebholo of Edo State over his visionary leadership and steadfast commitment to the growth and transformation of Edo State. Your administration has demonstrated a clear focus on inclusive governance, ensuring that development is not limited to the state capital but extended to every local community across our […]
Naira rises to N1,382/$ in parallel market
The Naira yesterday appreciated to N1,382 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,391 per dollar on Wednesday.
Group calls for end to Nigeria’s non-aligned foreign policy
By Demola Akinyemi Ilorin A non-governmental organisation (NGO) Foundation for Peace Professionals (PeacePro) has called on the Federal Government to abandon Nigeria’s outdated Non-Aligned foreign policy, declaring that it has outlived its usefulness in today’s fast evolving global power dynamics. In a statement on Friday,made available to journalists in ilorin PeacePro’s Executive Director, Abdulrazaq Hamzat, […]
Saheed Amusa: The lecturer who steadied a generation, now Professor of history
When we gained admission into Obafemi Awolowo University in 2008, we arrived in Ile-Ife with the peculiar mixture of pride and panic that defines every first encounter with Great Ife.
Ngwa Social Club appoints Onyendi to chair 2026 Ngwa Day planning committee
Ngwa Social Club (NSC), convener of the annual Ngwa Day Celebration, has announced the appointment of Dr Brightman Onyendi as Chairman of the 2026 Ngwa Day Planning Committee.
Freedom Apostolic Revival Int’l Ministry to host ‘Prophetic Marathon Prayer’ in Abuja
The Abuja Prayer Centre of Freedom Apostolic Revival Int’l Ministry (FARIM) has announced plans to host a three-day “Prophetic Marathon Prayer” programme in the nation’s capital.
Niger Delta struggle far from over, says Agediga; urges media objectivity
By Chancel Bomadi Burutu, Delta — Comrade (Dr) Shedrack Agediga, a prominent advocate for Niger Delta development, has declared that the struggle for equitable treatment and environmental justice in the oil-rich region is ongoing and far from being resolved. Dr. Agediga made the remarks yesterday during the inauguration of the new executives of the Ijaw […]
From industrial design to dignified housing: Anjola Badaru’s vision for West Africa
Anjola Badaru’s journey from industrial design to architecture is driven by one central idea: design must solve real human problems using local systems. Trained in a rigorous five-year industrial design programme, he developed expertise in digital prototyping and systems thinking. His hands-on experience at GE Garage, where he worked with CNC machines, laser cutters and […]
39th Lisabi Festival remains historic celebration – Committee
By Esther Onyegbula The Lisabi Festival Committee has dismissed claims circulating online that the forthcoming 39th edition of the historic celebration is being turned into a platform for Egbaliganza, the cultural fashion initiative promoted by Chief Lai Labode, the Aare of Egbaland. In a statement issued Wednesday and signed by High Chief Rasheed Raji, the […]
Africa languages week: Call for greater commitment to ACALAN
By Esther Onyegbula The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of CEOAFRICA, Prince Cletus Iloabanafor, has called on policymakers, corporate organisations, private sector players and civil society groups to strengthen support for the African Academy of Languages ahead of its 20th anniversary celebrations. Iloabanafor made the call at the University of Ghana, Legon, during the […]
