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US Freezes Assets of Eight Nigerians Over Links to Terrorism

February 16, 2026

The United States has frozen the assets and properties of eight Nigerians accused of having ties to the terrorist groups Boko Haram and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), the US Treasury confirmed. The sanctions were detailed

Criminalising Refusal To Sing Anthem Not Our Priority – Lawyer

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National Assembly Approves N1.5tn Budget for Army

February 16, 2026

by Prosper Okoye

The National Assembly has approved a budget of N1.50 trillion for the Nigerian Army for the 2026 fiscal year, pledging legislative support to ensure funds are released promptly for operational use. The Nigerian Army’s budget for 2026 has been increased

Business

Business·Top Stories

Black Market, Official Window FX Rates Gap Widens By N100

February 16, 2026

The gap between the black market and the official window widened to N100.88 kobo on Monday, February 16, from N49.58 kobo on Friday, February 13.

Business·News·Nigeria·Top Stories

BUA Group Signs Strategic Partnership with UAE Firms

February 16, 2026

BUA Group has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with UAE-based AD Ports Group and MAIR Group in Abu Dhabi, in a deal

The equity market closed in positive territory for the second time this week as stocks rose by 0.04%. Investors traded N15.07bn worth of shares.

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Jaiz Bank, Beta Glass Lead Gainers’ List As NGX Market Cap Rises By N5.10trn

February 16, 2026

At the end of trading in the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), also known as the stock market, on Monday, February 16, the market capitalisation of

Business·Top Stories

Rush For Palm Oil Stocks Creates New Trillion-naira Firms, Bumper Gains

February 16, 2026

The palm oil sector recorded a historical period in 2025, as the rush for the few producers on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), also known

Naira Appreciates, Ends Week Positive Across Official, Black Markets

Business·Top Stories

Dollar Rate Drops To N1,404/$ In Black Market, Rises To N1,355/$ In Official Window

February 13, 2026

The black market on Friday, February 13, saw traders exchange the United States dollar (USD) at N1,404.99 kobo per USD, compared to the N1,444.88

Politics

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Senator Natasha Protests Exclusion from Key Senate Committee

February 16, 2026

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has raised concerns over what she describes as a sustained pattern of marginalisation within the Senate, following her alleged exclusion from the Senate Committee on the North Central Development Commission (NCDC). The senator’s complaint comes amid increased scrutiny of committee appointments in the 10th National Assembly, where membership is seen as crucial for legislative

Africa·News·Nigeria·Politics·Top Stories

Tinubu Urges Release of South Sudan Vice-President

February 16, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has called for the immediate and unconditional release of

News·Nigeria·Politics·Top Stories

El-Rufai Faces Criminal Charges for Alleged Interception of NSA Ribadu’s Phone Calls

February 16, 2026

The Federal Government has initiated legal proceedings against Nasir El-Rufai, the former

FEATURES·Politics·Top Stories

Peter Obi’s 2027 Presidential Ambitions: A New Chapter in Nigerian Politics

February 16, 2026

Peter Obi’s decision to seek the presidency again in 2027 has re-energised

News·Nigeria·Politics·Top Stories

El-Rufai Accuses Ribadu of Procuring Poison Amid Political Tensions

February 15, 2026

Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai has publicly accused Nigeria’s National Security

Entertainment

Emmys 2025: ‘Adolescence’ Win Big, Full Winners List

September 15, 2025

The 2025 Emmy Awards were handed out Sunday, with Adolescence, The Studio, The Pitt, and The

Entertainment

How To Vote For AFRIMA 2025

September 9, 2025

The countdown to AFRIMA 2025 has officially begun as the All Africa Music Awards announced that

Entertainment

Full AFRIMA 2025 Nominations List: Davido, Burna Boy Lead List

September 5, 2025

The wait is over! The African Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2025 nominees list has been officially released,

Entertainment

AFRIMA 2025 Nominees List Unveiled: Voting Details, Top Contenders

September 5, 2025

The African Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2025 nominees list is finally here, music fans across the continent

Entertainment

Court Orders Mohbad’s Wife To Run DNA On Their Son

September 4, 2025

A Lagos State Magistrate Court sitting in Ikorodu, on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, ordered a DNA

Technology

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Russia Cuts Off WhatsApp Access in Sweeping Push for State-Controlled Messaging Platform

February 12, 2026

WhatsApp says the Russian government has moved to “fully block” its encrypted messaging service across the country, in what appears to be a coordinated

Telecom Tariff Hikes: The Business Struggle For SMEs In Nigeria

News·Nigeria·Technology·Top Stories

NCC Data Exposes Telecom Performances in Nigeria

January 30, 2026

New data from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has revealed stark differences in the performance of telecom networks across the country. The data highlighted

FEATURES·Technology·Top Stories

Will a Senate Probe Save Nigeria’s Dying Railway?

January 29, 2026

For years, Nigeria’s railways were meant to offer something the country desperately needed: a safe, fast way to move people and goods across a

News·Nigeria·Technology·Top Stories

Terra Industries Raises $11.75 Million to Build Africa’s First Homegrown Defence Tech Prime

January 13, 2026

Terra Industries, a Nigerian-founded defence technology startup, has raised $11.75 million in seed funding as it steps out of stealth and positions itself to

Business·News·Technology

Malaysia, Indonesia Block Grok Over Sexual Deepfake Images

January 13, 2026

Malaysia and Indonesia have blocked access to Grok, an artificial intelligence chatbot linked to Elon Musk’s platform X, citing concerns over the creation of

Sport

Diaspora·News·Sports

UK-Based Nigerian Footballer Dies After Suffering Severe Brain Injury

February 8, 2026

A Nigerian non-league footballer, Saburi Olayinka Adeniji, has died in the United Kingdom after suffering a catastrophic brain stem injury, prompting an outpouring of tributes from teammates, supporters and members of the Nigerian community. Adeniji, a winger for Kings Park Rangers FC, a grassroots club based in Halstead, Essex, passed away in hospital on Friday, February 6, 2026, after spending

Opinion·Sports·Top Stories

Giants Real Madrid Becoming Teeters

February 2, 2026

Ordinarily, there ought to be no big deal about Real Madrid or

News·Sports·Top Stories

CAF Sanctions Senegal, Morocco Over Chaotic AFCON 2025 Final

January 29, 2026

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed heavy sanctions on the

News·Sports·Top Stories·World News

Ex-Fifa President Backs US World Cup Boycott Over Security Concerns

January 27, 2026

Former Fifa president Sepp Blatter has urged football fans to reconsider travelling

FEATURES·Opinion·Sports·Top Stories

AFCON FINAL: How Referee Chaos, Officiating Outrage Tainted Senegal’s Win

January 19, 2026

After a spectacle of 52 games, and a record-breaking number of goals

Markets

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Trump Threatens 100% Tariffs on Canadian Goods Over China Trade Deal

January 25, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose 100 per cent tariffs on all Canadian goods entering the United States, sharply escalating trade tensions

Business·Finance & Economy·Markets·News·Nigeria

Nigeria Tightens Rules for Courier Companies Using Prepaid Imports

January 13, 2026

Nigeria’s customs authority has introduced new rules for courier companies that handle imported goods under a system where duties are paid before delivery, Prime

Business·Markets·Power·Top Stories

Behind the Geregu Power Sale: Politics and a $750m Deal

January 11, 2026

The sale of Geregu Power, one of Nigeria’s largest electricity plants, has drawn attention after politically connected figures assumed top positions. Billionaire Femi Otedola

Recapitalisation: UBA Extends Deadline For Rights Issue

Business·Markets·News

UBA Hits Billion-Naira Milestone: Rights Issue Success Pushes Capital Base Above ₦500bn

January 8, 2026

United Bank for Africa (UBA) has successfully concluded its rights issue, raising ₦157.84 billion through the issuance of 3.16 billion ordinary shares at ₦50

Business·Markets·News

GivTrade Secures UAE SCA Category 5 Licence

December 29, 2025

GivTrade, an international multi-asset brokerage providing access to global markets via CFDs, on Wednesday announced that it has been granted a Category 5 (“Arrangement

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US Freezes Assets of Eight Nigerians Over Links to Terrorism

February 16, 2026

The United States has frozen the assets and properties of eight Nigerians accused of having ties to the terrorist groups Boko Haram and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), the US Treasury confirmed. The sanctions were detailed in a

News·Security·Top Stories

National Assembly Approves N1.5tn Budget for Army

February 16, 2026

The National Assembly has approved a budget of N1.50 trillion for the Nigerian Army for the 2026 fiscal year, pledging legislative support to ensure funds are released promptly for operational use. The Nigerian Army’s budget for 2026 has been increased by around

News·Politics

Senator Natasha Protests Exclusion from Key Senate Committee

February 16, 2026

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has raised concerns over what she describes as a sustained pattern of marginalisation within the Senate, following her alleged exclusion from the Senate Committee on the North Central Development Commission (NCDC). The senator’s complaint comes amid

Business·Top Stories

Black Market, Official Window FX Rates Gap Widens By N100

February 16, 2026

The gap between the black market and the official window widened to N100.88 kobo on Monday, February 16, from N49.58 kobo on Friday, February 13. In the black market on Monday, the foreign exchange (FX) rate for the United States dollar (USD) increased

Business·News·Nigeria·Top Stories

BUA Group Signs Strategic Partnership with UAE Firms

February 16, 2026

BUA Group has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with UAE-based AD Ports Group and MAIR Group in Abu Dhabi, in a deal aimed at strengthening industrial development, trade, and logistics between West Africa, the Gulf, and Asia. The agreement follows

Security·Top Stories·World News

Starmer Eyes Billions in Extra Defence Spending

February 16, 2026

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly exploring plans to accelerate the UK’s defence spending, potentially committing billions of pounds more than previously planned. Downing Street sources say the proposals aim to meet an existing target of 3% of gross domestic product

News·Top Stories

NRS Debunks Claims of 25% Tax on Building Materials, Says Nigeria Tax Act 2025 Already in Effect

February 16, 2026

The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has dismissed claims circulating in a viral video alleging that the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 will only take effect in 2027 and that it introduces a 25 per cent tax on building materials and construction-related funds, Prime

Business·Top Stories

Jaiz Bank, Beta Glass Lead Gainers’ List As NGX Market Cap Rises By N5.10trn

February 16, 2026

At the end of trading in the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), also known as the stock market, on Monday, February 16, the market capitalisation of the bourse closed at N122,12 trillion. The NGX’s market capitalisation increased by N5.10 trillion from the N117.02 trillion

News·World News

Global Shares Edge Higher as US Inflation Cools, Japan’s Growth Stalls

February 16, 2026

European shares and the US dollar edged higher on Monday as investors looked ahead to a busy week of company results, while markets in much of Asia were quiet ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday. Stock exchanges in Shanghai, Seoul and

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