By Ayomide Otitoju Benin President Romuald Wadagni on Tuesday paid a visit to Niger, marking the first presidential trip to Niamey by a Beninese leader since the 2023 military coup and signalling a potential thaw in relations between the neighbouring countries. Wadagni, who assumed office on May 24, was received by Niger’s military leader, General…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has unveiled an ambitious reform agenda aimed at achieving 95 per cent financial inclusion and enabling near-instant digital transactions by 2028, as part of its newly launched Payments System Vision 2028 (PSV 2028). Speaking at the launch of the framework in Abuja on Monday, CBN Governor…
By Ayomide Otitoju The naira exchanged at ₦1,373.25 to the United States dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) on Tuesday, according to data released by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Market trackers also indicated that the local currency traded within the ₦1,370 to ₦1,372 range against the dollar in official market transactions…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Kaduna State Police Command has foiled two separate cattle-rustling operations in Igabi and Hunkuyi Local Government Areas, recovering 245 stolen cattle and rescuing kidnapped herders. The development was disclosed in a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan. According to the statement, armed bandits invaded a Fulani…
President Emmanuel Macron announced on Monday that France is set to secure a record €93 billion ($108 billion) in foreign investment commitments at this year’s annual “Choose France” summit, driven largely by projects in artificial intelligence, data centres and advanced manufacturing. Speaking at the international investment conference, Macron said the amount pledged for the 2026…
By Ayomide Otitoju Rite Foods Limited, a leading Nigerian food and beverage manufacturer, reinforced its commitment to cultural preservation and community engagement as it participated in the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival, one of Nigeria’s most celebrated cultural events. The company added colour and excitement to the annual festival, which attracts thousands of Ijebu sons and…
Russia has announced a temporary ban on the export of aviation fuel until the end of November as Ukraine intensifies attacks on Russian energy infrastructure, including refineries, depots and pipelines. Kyiv has stepped up strikes in recent weeks, targeting energy installations deep inside Russian territory, including areas as far as the Urals. While the attacks…
By Ayomide Otitoju Non-oil trade between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) rose to $5 billion in 2025, reflecting strengthening economic and diplomatic relations between both countries. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Special Assistant on Communication and New Media to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Magnus Eze, on Sunday,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Tobi Amusan delivered a commanding performance on Sunday, winning the women’s 100m hurdles at the Rabat Diamond League in Morocco. The Nigerian world record holder stormed to victory in 12.28 seconds, matching her season’s best while setting a new meeting record and claiming her first Diamond League win of the 2026 season….