By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal Republic of Nigeria has officially signed the host agreement for the fifth Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2027), taking over from Algeria, which hosted the fourth edition that recorded US$49.94 billion in trade and investment deals. The signing ceremony was held in Lagos, in partnership with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), the…
By Ayomide Otitoju Japan Tobacco International Nigeria (JTI Nigeria) has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equity and inclusive leadership as it joins the global community in observing International Women’s Day 2026. Speaking on the occasion, General Manager Abdallah Simba highlighted that empowering women is both a social responsibility and a driver of sustainable business success….
By Ayomide Otitoju The Naira opened at ₦1,398.24 per US dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) early Tuesday, briefly rising to ₦1,398.82 before appreciating to ₦1,396.24 by mid-morning as supply from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and authorised dealers met market demand. Authorised dealers noted that the apex bank’s proactive management of…
By Ayomide Otitoju Former Super Eagles coach Adegboye Onigbinde has passed away at the age of 88, his family announced on Monday. The announcement, signed by family member Bolade Adesuyi, paid tribute to Onigbinde’s life and contributions. “With great gratitude to God for a life well spent, we announce the passing of this great man,…
European gas prices surged by as much as 30 percent on Monday as the escalating Middle East conflict rattled global energy markets and heightened fears of prolonged supply disruptions. The benchmark Dutch TTF natural gas contract climbed to €69.50 before easing slightly, though it remained below the levels recorded at the start of Russia’s 2022…
The escalating war in the Middle East is already sending shockwaves across Europe, pushing up energy prices and exposing NATO allies to security threats, Ursula von der Leyen said on Monday. The president of the European Commission warned that the growing conflict is producing immediate spillover effects across the region and beyond. Oil prices surged…
By Ayomide Otitoju At least 10 people, including two healthcare workers, have died from complications linked to Lassa fever in Benue State, health authorities have confirmed. The state Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Peter Ogwuche, disclosed this during a press briefing in Makurdi, where he outlined ongoing efforts to contain the outbreak. According to…
By Ayomide Otitoju Defence counsel, Joseph Daudu, SAN, argued that granting Bello permission to travel abroad without lifting the red notice was contradictory, describing it as “giving with one hand and taking away with the other.” He made the submission after Kemi Pinheiro, SAN, lead prosecution counsel, noted that their application to vacate the previous…
By Ayomide Otitoju For many Nigerians, the dream of owning a home has remained elusive due to rising property prices, persistent inflation, and high commercial lending rates. However, a new mortgage initiative by FirstBank of Nigeria Limited aims to make homeownership more attainable. In partnership with the Ministry of Finance Incorporated Real Estate Investment Fund…
