Burkina Faso junta dissolves political parties
The decision by the military rulers who seized power in September 2022 is the latest move to tighten control following the suspension of political activities after the coup.
Pound to Naira exchange rate today, January 30, 2026
The British Pound Sterling closed the first month of 2026 with a relatively stable performance against the Nigerian Naira, as the local currency continues to benefit from broader market stabilisation measures.
2027: Nigerians want competence, not zoning — Olawepo-Hashim
Presidential hopeful of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has condemned what he described as a deliberate attempt by aides of President Bola Tinubu to divide Nigeria along regional and ethnic lines, warning that such rhetoric threatens national unity and security ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Electoral Act: Senate sets up c’ttee to galvanise opinions of Senators
THE Senate has set up an ad hoc committee to galvanise and distill all the opinions of Senators on the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Enactment) Bill.
Reps back Tinubu’s N58.18trn 2026 budget, pass for 2nd reading
The House of Representatives, yesterday, approved President Bola Tinubu’s 2026 Appropriation Bill, endorsing a proposed N58.18 trillion budget anchored on macro-economic stability, enhanced security, and increased capital expenditure.
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, January 30, 2026
The Nigerian Naira maintained its robust performance against the United States Dollar as it entered the final trading session of January 2026.
