Nigeria would be rich if leaders left public funds in banks – Obi
Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has said Nigeria would be significantly wealthier if leaders left public funds in banks to generate interest instead of mismanaging the country's resources.
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Nigerian newspapers review: How 24 firms control over 70% of Nigeria’s stock market
In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with how 24 firms control over 70 per cent of Nigeria’s stock market.
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 18, 2026
The Nigerian naira continued to trade relatively firmly against the United States dollar on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, following its recent appreciation at the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and relative stability in the parallel market.
NELFUND: Student loan repayment capped at 10% of graduate’s gross income
N190 billion has been disbursed to cover institutional charges, while N113.8 billion has been paid as upkeep support to eligible students.
Nigerian newspapers review: Why Adeleke won again in Osun
In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with an explainer on the reasons why Governor Ademola Adeleke defeated the All Progressives Congress (APC) again in Osun State.
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 17, 2026
The Nigerian naira opened the week relatively strong against the United States dollar, with the local currency trading around N1,357.61 per dollar at the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) window and about N1,420 per dollar at the parallel market.
