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30 banks meet CBN recapitalisation rules 19 days to deadline

Experts divided over CBN’s 3% interest rate slash

Mixed reactions yesterday trailed the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN’s cut on interest rate by three per cent, as the  Monetary Policy Rate, MPR, was reduced from 26.5 per cent to 23 per cent.
2027: Obi will restore fuel subsidy in ‘different form’ — Kwankwaso

2027: Obi will restore fuel subsidy in ‘different form’ — Kwankwaso

AsoEbi Boys: A war beyond words, by Stephanie Shaakaa

Makinde to Wike: Tinubu didn’t give Oyo N50bn for airport

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10 countries that have qualified for AFCON most times

10 countries that have qualified for AFCON most times

Egypt leads the list of African countries with the most appearances at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), having featured at the finals 27 times.

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3 new US visa categories to face mandatory social media checks from October 1

The United States Department of State has announced an expansion of its online presence review for visa applicants, with three additional nonimmigrant visa categories to be covered from October 1, 2026.

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Oil prices fall below $100 after Trump hails ‘good’ talks with Iran

Oil prices fall below $100 after Trump hails ‘good’ talks with Iran

Oil prices fell on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said US and Iranian representatives had met for “very good” talks at the United Nations.

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Full list of occupations eligible for UK Skilled Worker visa

Full list of occupations eligible for UK Skilled Worker visa

The United Kingdom, UK has published its full list of occupations eligible for the Skilled Worker visa, providing details of the jobs that overseas workers can take up under the country’s sponsored work route.

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Ballon d’Or 2026: Nigeria among 20 African countries to vote [Full list]

Ballon d’Or 2026: Nigeria among 20 African countries to vote [Full list]

Nigeria is among 20 African countries eligible to vote for the 2026 Ballon d’Or after ranking among the top 100 nations in the FIFA men’s world ranking used to determine the award’s international jury.

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LCCI

LCCI demands cheaper loans after CBN cut

By Yinka Kolawole LAGOS — The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, LCCI, has urged banks to translate the Central Bank of Nigeria’s 350-basis-point reduction in the Monetary Policy Rate, MPR, to 23 per cent into cheaper and more accessible credit for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises. In a statement, LCCI Director-General, Dr Chinyere […]

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Masari's Arms Suggestion: Governance of confusion complete, Ohanaeze mocks; it'll create balance of forces — ADF

Masari: Tinubu has best plan for Nigeria

ABUJA — Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Masari, has said that in nearly 40 years of political involvement, he has not seen a Nigerian president with better plans for the country than President Bola Tinubu. Masari made the remarks in a video published Tuesday on Facebook by HM Arewa, a media platform […]

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‘Never a friendly game’ for Brazil, says Ancelotti ahead of India match

‘Never a friendly game’ for Brazil, says Ancelotti ahead of India match

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said the five-time world champions take their friendly against India next week very seriously

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UNGA: Trump replaces AI With ‘Super Intelligence’

UNGA: Trump replaces AI With ‘Super Intelligence’

NEW YORK — US President Donald Trump has said the United States will begin referring to artificial intelligence, AI, as “super intelligence” in official government documents. Trump made the announcement on Tuesday while addressing the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, arguing that the word “artificial” makes intelligence sound fake. “The use of […]

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Nigerian pleads guilty to defrauding 150 Americans in $2.5m romance scheme

Nigerian pleads guilty to defrauding 150 Americans in $2.5m romance scheme

A 35-year-old Nigerian national, Olamide Shanu, has pleaded guilty in the United States to conspiracy to commit money laundering linked to international sextortion and romance fraud schemes that targeted about 150 Americans.

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Politics

‘You won’t return to Senate’ – Wike again tells Ireti Kingibe

‘You won’t return to Senate’ – Wike again tells Ireti Kingibe

Federal Capital Territory FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has told the FCT Senator, Ireti Kingibe, that she will not return to the National Assembly in 2027, describing her as illiterate and insisting that all loans taken by the FCT Administration followed due process and National Assembly approval.
2027: Obi will restore fuel subsidy in ‘different form’ — Kwankwaso

2027: Obi will restore fuel subsidy in ‘different form’ — Kwankwaso

APC coalition worked because Tinubu managed his hurt - Sowunmi

APC coalition worked because Tinubu managed his hurt - Sowunmi

There is no vacancy in Aso Rock – Akpabio

There is no vacancy in Aso Rock – Akpabio

N170,000 ‘Protection Fee’ Saga: Ogun monarch denies stopping PDP campaign

N170,000 ‘Protection Fee’ Saga: Ogun monarch denies stopping PDP campaign

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One Vote: The Voter’s Campaign Checklist

One Vote: The Voter’s Campaign Checklist

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Agbo olóró pa ọ̀pọ̀lọpọ̀ ènìyàn ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ondó; Àwọn ọlọ́pàá ti mú tọkọtaya lẹ́yìn tí wọ́n fi ẹ̀sùn kàn wọ́n pé wọ́n ti ọmọbìnrin Amarachi mọ́ ilé ìgbọ̀nsẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Rivers

Agbo olóró pa ọ̀pọ̀lọpọ̀ ènìyàn ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Ondó; Àwọn ọlọ́pàá ti mú tọkọtaya lẹ́yìn tí wọ́n fi ẹ̀sùn kàn wọ́n pé wọ́n ti ọmọbìnrin Amarachi mọ́ ilé ìgbọ̀nsẹ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Rivers

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Police officers in Gov’s office tear-gassed us, 4 fainted – Lagos pensioners

Police officers in Gov’s office tear-gassed us, 4 fainted – Lagos pensioners

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Awon Ọlọ́pàá ti mu Obìnrin kan to gbé oògùn olóró lo s’ogbà ẹ̀wọ̀n fún ọmọ rẹ̀ tó wà ní àhámọ́…

Awon Ọlọ́pàá ti mu Obìnrin kan to gbé oògùn olóró lo s’ogbà ẹ̀wọ̀n fún ọmọ rẹ̀ tó wà ní àhámọ́…

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ONE VOTE: Will Nigerians vote with their stomachs?

ONE VOTE: Will Nigerians vote with their stomachs?

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Iwoye: Àwọn ọlọ́pàá mú ènìyàn mẹ́ta ní ìlú Jos nítorí ikú Ibrahim ti won fi esun ole kan…

Iwoye: Àwọn ọlọ́pàá mú ènìyàn mẹ́ta ní ìlú Jos nítorí ikú Ibrahim ti won fi esun ole kan…

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ONE VOTE: Where are the Senate and House of Reps candidates for 2027?

ONE VOTE: Where are the Senate and House of Reps candidates for 2027?

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Cash payment

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 23, 2026

The Nigerian naira is trading at different rates against the United States dollar across the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
2027: Outrage trails Donald Duke's human sacrifice revelation

Nigeria’s population tripled without economic expansion since Shagari era — Duke

UN, Buhari

Why Brazil speaks first at UN General Assembly: 5 things to know

Nigerian newspapers review: 22 firms on NGX face debt exposure of N21.3trn

Nigerian newspapers review: 22 firms on NGX face debt exposure of N21.3trn

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 22, 2026

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 22, 2026

Metro

Three dead, five injured as festival turns bloody in Delta

Three dead, five injured as festival turns bloody in Delta

Three youths were shot dead on Monday night, and five others severely injured during the annual traditional festival of  Eku community
oil theft

33 months unpaid rent threatens war against oil bunkering

Cross River to procure 103 agric tractors for smallholder farmers

Tenants groan over exorbitant rents in Calabar

The herdsmen, tribesmen and statesmen: Discordant cord of three strands

Herdsmen Attacks: Fear grips Delta farmers

Bayelsa

Flash floods: Ekoli river swallows 200 homes, farmlands in Bayelsa

Columns

Gov Alex Otti’s “exit” plan controversy, by Ochereome Nnanna

Gov Alex Otti’s “exit” plan controversy, by Ochereome Nnanna

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Making the Common Northern Education Compact a reality: Pathway from Niger State, by Usman Sarki

Making the Common Northern Education Compact a reality: Pathway from Niger State, by Usman Sarki

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Okoh Aihe

5G, the end of Mafab’s fairy tale? By Okoh Aihe

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A Daniel has again come to judgement in the Mambila Hydroelectric Power Project, by Rotimi Fasan

A Daniel has again come to judgement in the Mambila Hydroelectric Power Project, by Rotimi Fasan

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37 lives in custody: When the state becomes accountable to the dead, by Ejiro Ofoye

37 lives in custody: When the state becomes accountable to the dead, by Ejiro Ofoye

11:33 pm
King Jaja’s challenge to Nigeria: Power, defiance and economic self-determination, by Dakuku Peterside

King Jaja’s challenge to Nigeria: Power, defiance and economic self-determination, by Dakuku Peterside

11:26 pm
Who else but Professor Benjamin Nwabueze (2), by Eric Teniola

Why Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway, by Eric Teniola

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Entertainment

Sophia Momodu

Sophia Momodu recounts growing up as pastor’s daughter, facing pregnancy backlash

Entrepreneur, Sophia Momodu, has opened up about the ridicule and social stigma she faced after becoming pregnant by the singer outside marriage.
‘I helped make the connection happen’ — Charly Boy on linking Isbae U with Obasanjo

‘I helped make the connection happen’ — Charly Boy on linking Isbae U with Obasanjo

‘I’m thinking of deleting social media, buying three goats’ — DJ Cuppy

‘I’m thinking of deleting social media, buying three goats’ — DJ Cuppy

Why I still rent despite making money to buy houses — Ola of Lagos

Why I still rent despite making money to buy houses — Ola of Lagos

National Theatre residency will prove Africa can host global music events — Davido

National Theatre residency will prove Africa can host global music events — Davido

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LemFi appoints Dr Haydar Daudu as Head of Regulatory Affairs and Policy, West Africa

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Online Casino Test: Was passiert, wenn etwas schiefgeht? 

Advanxis Unveils Third Edition Of National Automation Prize (Nap) 2026

Advanxis Unveils Third Edition Of National Automation Prize (Nap) 2026

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Network upgrades are announced, and people still carry two SIMs

Videos

[Politics Hub] Why I’m running for Surulere Federal Constituency 1 seat — NDC candidate, Adefolaseye

[Politics Hub] Why I’m running for Surulere Federal Constituency 1 seat — NDC candidate, Adefolaseye

2027: Lagosians must end APC’s era of ‘smelling Lagos’ — ADC deputy gov candidate, Gbadamosi

2027: Lagosians must end APC’s era of ‘smelling Lagos’ — ADC deputy gov candidate, Gbadamosi

Some customers think my meat is expensive because I wear suit – Corporate Meat Seller, Muraina

Some customers think my meat is expensive because I wear suit – Corporate Meat Seller, Muraina

On Street Beggars As Security Risks

On Street Beggars As Security Risks

ICYMI

Acquisition of 12 AH-1Z viper attack helicopters major milestone — Army chief

Acquisition of 12 AH-1Z viper attack helicopters major milestone — Army chief

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, says the acquisition of 12 AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters for the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is a major milestone.
Alleged Rights Violation: AGF asks court to dismiss El-Rufai’s N1bn suit

Alleged Rights Violation: AGF asks court to dismiss El-Rufai’s N1bn suit

Moroccan child stows away to Spain under Real Valladolid football bus

Moroccan child stows away to Spain under Real Valladolid football team bus

JAMB lifts ban on SIM swap, email change for candidates

JAMB lifts ban on SIM swap, email change for candidates

I can forgive, reconcile with Abba Yusuf, I still like him — Kwankwaso

I can forgive, reconcile with Abba Yusuf; I still like him — Kwankwaso

Today’s toons

Cartoon: 'Nigeria on auto-drive'

Cartoon: ‘Nigeria on auto-drive?’

Cartoon: Nigerian subsidy elephantiasis

Cartoon: Nigerian subsidy elephantiasis

Cartoon: Dancing disco in 'darkness'

Cartoon: Dancing disco in ‘darkness’

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Business

Economic gains must show in Nigerians’ lives — CIBNk

Nigeria’s financial inclusion reaches 79% — EFInA

By Matthew Johnson The Enhancing Financial Inclusion and Advancement (EFInA) has released its ninth Access to Financial Services in Nigeria (A2F) Survey, showing that 79% of Nigerian adults use a financial product or service. Formal inclusion reached 73%, exceeding the 70% target under the National Financial Inclusion Strategy. EFInA’s Board Chair, Dr Agnes Olatokunbo Martins, […]
TCN

TCN launches new framework to tackle corruption, unethical practices

Despite fall in crude price, petrol hits N1,212 per litre

Petrol depot prices drop, pump price cuts loom

30 banks meet CBN recapitalisation rules 19 days to deadline

Experts divided over CBN’s 3% interest rate slash

Nigeria needs more bankable projects to attract capital – UNGC

Nigeria needs more bankable projects to attract capital – UNGC

Health

Lassa fever deaths hit 258 as CFR rises to 24%

Lassa fever deaths hit 258 as CFR rises to 24%

Falsified drugs: PWDAN, APDA seek Africa-wide crackdown

Falsified drugs: PWDAN, APDA seek Africa-wide crackdown

Falsified drugs: PWDAN, APDA seek Africa-wide crackdown

Falsified drugs: PWDAN, APDA seek Africa-wide crackdown

Pharmacists must go beyond drug dispensing, embrace technology — PSN

Pharmacists must go beyond drug dispensing, embrace technology — PSN

Sports

10 countries that have qualified for AFCON most times

10 countries that have qualified for AFCON most times

Egypt leads the list of African countries with the most appearances at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), having featured at the finals 27 times.
Ballon d’Or 2026: Nigeria among 20 African countries to vote [Full list]

Ballon d’Or 2026: Nigeria among 20 African countries to vote [Full list]

‘Never a friendly game’ for Brazil, says Ancelotti ahead of India match

‘Never a friendly game’ for Brazil, says Ancelotti ahead of India match

Mbappe misses France training with illness ahead of Zidane debut

Mbappe misses France training with illness ahead of Zidane debut

Rooney: Man United face blow if teenage sensation JJ Gabriel leaves

Rooney: Man United face blow if teenage sensation JJ Gabriel leaves

Relationships

healthcare

Why men ought to be more concerned about their health!

Can a career woman really do without a man’s love?

Can a career woman really do without a man’s love?

What does a married woman expect of a fling?

What does a married woman expect of a fling?

Dear Bunmi, my husband is preying on neighbourhood girls 

Dear Bunmi, my husband is preying on neighbourhood girls 

Special Report

2027 Presidential Election: Meet Sandy Onor, scholar carrying PDP's broken burden

2027 Presidential Election: Meet Sandy Onor, scholar carrying PDP’s broken burden

His name carries an unusual combination of scholarship and electoral politics. But the bigger story is the political road that brought him

Hajja Bintu Konto: Labour Party vice presidential candidate for 2027 election

Hajja Bintu Konto: Meet Labour Party’s vice presidential candidate for 2027 election

Hajja Bintu Konto’s impressive record of service, particularly in conflict-affected communities across Northern Nigeria, has earned her respect

Presidential Candidate: Meet Sunday Adenuga of BOOT Party - Because Of Our Tomorrow

Presidential Candidate: Meet Sunday Adenuga of BOOT Party – Because Of Our Tomorrow

Sonny Adenuga is dedicated to advancing a new model of leadership that leverages technology, transparency, and institutional reform

Corruption, Customs racketeering, govt infighting frustrating trade with Nigeria — US Report

Corruption, Customs racketeering, govt infighting frustrating trade with Nigeria — US Report

The report however acknowledged positive steps by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, under President Bola Tinubu’s reforms

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Technology

Why we make battery power priority in REDMI Note 17 — Xiaomi

Why we make battery power priority in REDMI Note 17 — Xiaomi

By Prince Osuagwu Battery power is becoming a major consideration for smartphone users, and Xiaomi says this is why it has made battery endurance a priority in its new REDMI Note 17 Series, which arrives in Nigeria on September 30, 2026. The biggest talking point is the REDMI Note 17 Pro Max 5G, which comes […]

BORDERLESS TRANSACTIONS: Dtunes wears new look as Swapto

BORDERLESS TRANSACTIONS: Dtunes wears new look as Swapto

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor Financial technology platform, Dtunes, is rebranding as Swapto, as it moves to expand its services from just a cash-out platform to broader multi-currency management for Nigerians and businesses. The company, which says it has served hundreds of thousands of Nigerian users, explained that the new name reflects its evolving focus […]

Nobody can shut down internet to disrupt Nigeria’s elections — Urhoghide, EdoICTA boss

Nobody can shut down internet to disrupt Nigeria’s elections — Urhoghide, EdoICTA boss

…Explains why Edo is rebuilding e-governance platform from scratch …Working to make connectivity cheaper for operators …says 128 MDAs now integrated into Edo’s digital government platform By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor The debate over whether technology can make Nigeria’s elections more transparent, credible and efficient took another turn recently when stakeholders in the country’s technology […]

Vitel Wireless rolls out 1% Lifetime Loyalty reward for agents

Vitel Wireless rolls out 1% Lifetime Loyalty reward for agents

By Miracle Onyemuwa Vitel Wireless, a leading telecommunications solutions provider, has introduced a lifetime loyalty reward scheme to recognise and empower its network of distribution and retail agents across Nigeria. The company announced the 1% lifetime loyalty reward for active agents as part of its strategy to build sustainable and mutually beneficial partnerships. According to […]

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Education

Meet Prof. Raheemat Adeniran: First Professor of Mass Communication at Fountain University

Meet Prof. Raheemat Adeniran: First Professor of Mass Communication at Fountain University

By Elizabeth Osayande History has been made at Fountain University, Osogbo, with the appointment of Dr. Raheemat Adefolake Adeniran as the institution’s first Professor of Mass Communication. A product of the Lagos State University School of Communication, Prof. Adeniran also made history as the first Professor in the College of Management and Social Sciences, where […]

JAMB lifts ban on SIM swap, email change for candidates

JAMB lifts ban on SIM swap, email change for candidates

However, JAMB said the emergence of stronger identity authentication and biometric verification systems had enabled it to review the policy without compromising the integrity of candidates’ records.

NIMPS Nigeria honours 58 fellows 

NIMPS Nigeria honours 58 fellows 

By Aniche Chiamaka The Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Institute of Management and Professional Studies, MIMPS, Nigeria, has honoured 58 Distinguished Fellows during their last executive workshop and fellowship investiture held recently at the University of Lagos, Akoka. The Registrar of the Institute, Dr Okeoma Alphonsus, admonished the newly-inducted Fellows that they were honoured not […]

Etsako West chairman, Omoike, bags Master’s Degree at BIU

Etsako West chairman, Omoike, bags Master’s Degree at BIU

BENIN CITY  – The Chairman of Etsako West Local Government Area, Hon. Romeo Omoike, was among the graduands at the 22nd Convocation Ceremony of Benson Idahosa University (BIU),  held at the university’s permanent site on Sapele Road, Benin City. A total of 1,324 students comprising 1,059 undergraduates and 265 postgraduates, graduated from the institution, the […]

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