Nigeria’s foreign reserves surpass annual target, rise above $52.5bn – CBN
By Progress Godfrey Nigeria’s foreign reserves have exceeded the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) annual target, rising above $52.5 billion as of July 17, 2026, the highest level recorded in 17 years. The CBN stated this on Tuesday, emphasising that the growth was driven by renewed investor confidence and sustained capital inflows. Speaking at a […]
No Abia widow will suffer oppression under my watch, says Mrs Otti
Unveils N30m grant for 600 widows, promises 17 more Dignity Homes By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — Abia State First Lady, Mrs. Priscilla Otti, has reaffirmed her commitment to the welfare of widows, declaring that no widow in the state should be subjected to oppression, injustice, poverty or homelessness after the loss of a spouse. Speaking […]
Salah agrees two-year Trabzonspor deal — Reports
Former Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has reportedly reached an agreement to join Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor on a two-year contract.
Clerics, presidency clash over economy after Tinubu-bishops meeting
By Olayinka Latona A meeting between President Bola Tinubu and the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has sparked public debate over the role of religious leaders in governance, with differing opinions emerging on whether clerics should openly comment on government policies or remain focused on spiritual matters. The debate intensified after Cardinal John Onaiyekan […]
Tinubu hails Team Nigeria’s performance at Commonwealth games
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria on their remarkable performance at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. The President celebrated the athletes for demonstrating the resilience, determination, discipline, and excellence that define the Nigerian spirit. President Tinubu according to the statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, commended Team Nigeria […]
Police arrest three suspects over killing of two officers in Rivers, recover stolen rifles
By Davies Iheamnachor PORT HARCOURT — The Rivers State Police Command says it has arrested three suspects in connection with the killing of two police officers in the state and recovered firearms allegedly stolen during the attack. The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Grace Iringe-Koko Agabe, described the arrests as a major breakthrough in the […]
