Groups decry alleged forced eviction of Makoko community
Two non-governmental organisations have decried the ongoing attack on Makoko community, an impoverished and predominantly fishing community in Lagos
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Trump declares US ‘in charge’ of Venezuela and Maduro goes to court
In a potential win for Washington, Maduro’s successor and interim leader Delcy Rodriguez dropped her initial fiery rhetoric, issuing a statement late Sunday offering to work with Trump.
Abigborodo reaffirms claim to PPL 220, Ugbekoko, Uton Iyatsere
The Abigborodo community has reaffirmed its claim to Ugbekoko, Uton Iyatsere and lands associated with the PPL 220 oil field, in response to recent counter-claims attributed to leaders of the Sapele Okpe community.
Presidency shares AI-generated image of Tinubu–Kagame Paris meeting
The Presidency has not explained why an AI-generated image was used to depict the meeting, nor has it clarified whether an authentic photograph from the reported engagement exists.
Pound to Naira exchange rate today, January 5, 2026
The Nigerian foreign exchange market opened the first week of 2026 with the British Pound Sterling (GBP) maintaining a significant spread between official and informal trading channels.
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, January 5, 2026
The Nigerian Naira opened the first full week of 2026 with continued fluctuations across the various market segments.
