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FCCPC Flags Possible Airline Price-Fixing During 2025 Christmas Season

February 26, 2026

Nigeria’s consumer protection agency has uncovered evidence suggesting some domestic airlines may have engaged in price fixing during the 2025 Christmas travel rush. In an interim report released Thursday, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) said ticket fares

Black Market Dollar (USD) To Naira (NGN) Exchange Rate Today

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Naira Appreciates Against Dollar In Black Market To N1,382/$1

February 26, 2026

by Prime Business Africa

Traders in the black market exchanged the United States dollar (USD) at N1,382.76 kobo per $1 in the black market on Thursday, February 26. The dollar was traded in the black market at N1,404.8 kobo per $1 on Wednesday, February

Alleged N76billion Arik Fraud Case: Avoid Misrepresentation Of Facts In Covering Court Proceedings – Justice Dada To Journalists

Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, today admonished the media, especially the ones covering proceedings in

Arik Air: CBN Board Approved AMCON Takeover, EFCC Tells Court

The ongoing EFCC Arik case at the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos State resumed on Wednesday February 25, after the

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Valuation Of Nigerian Stock Market Drops By Over N514bn

February 26, 2026

On Thursday, February 26, over N514.99 billion was wiped off the market capitalisation of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), also known as the stock market.

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Ellah Lakes Shareholders Stuck With Shares Institutional Investors Don’t Want

February 26, 2026

Investors in the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), also known as the stock market, are snubbing Ellah Lakes’ shares — a situation that is affecting the

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Tinubu’s Oil Revenue Clampdown Stirs Relief at FAAC, Anxiety Inside NNPC

February 26, 2026

Inside the monthly meetings of the Federation Account Allocation Committee, one complaint has come up again and again — not enough money to share.

Nestle Invests Over ₦1.8bn in Dairy Development, Unveils Demonstration Farm

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Nestlé Nigeria Returns to Profit as Naira Stabilises

February 26, 2026

Nestlé Nigeria has returned to profit after two years of losses, helped by a more stable exchange rate and stronger sales. The company reported

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Worry Grows as Tinubu Extends Ban on Raw Shea Nut Exports

February 26, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has extended the ban on exporting raw shea nuts for another year, from 26 February 2026 to 25 February 2027, in

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Ogun 2027: Female APC Chieftain Declares Governorship Bid, Vows Continuity, Institutional Balance

February 26, 2026

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State has formally declared her intention to contest the 2027 governorship election, pledging to prioritise continuity, party cohesion and balanced development if elected. In a notice addressed to party leaders, members and stakeholders, the aspirant said her decision followed “deep reflection and wide consultation,” adding that she deliberately chose a

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Tinubu Calls for Constitutional Change to Allow State Police

February 26, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on lawmakers to amend Nigeria’s constitution

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2027: Odinkalu Questions Amupitan’s Ability to Deliver Credible Polls

February 25, 2026

Nigerian human rights lawyer, Chidi Odinkalu, has expressed doubts about the ability

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US Warns of Iranian Missile Threat as Nuclear Talks Continue

February 25, 2026

US President Donald Trump has said Iran is seeking to develop missiles

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Gunmen Attack Obi’s Convoy in Edo State

February 24, 2026

Unidentified gunmen opened fire on the convoy of Peter Obi, former Labour

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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US Denies Selling AI Chips to China Amid Security Concerns

February 25, 2026

A high-end Nvidia chip that can train and run artificial intelligence systems has not yet been sold to Chinese firms, a US Commerce Department

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EU Funding Boosts Nigeria’s Internet Expansion Plans

February 19, 2026

Faster and more reliable internet could soon reach millions of Nigerians after the European Union pledged €22m to support the country’s fibre-optic expansion. The

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UK Factories Warn High Energy Costs Are Driving Businesses Overseas

February 18, 2026

Inside a glass factory in north-west England, molten glass pours through chutes and is blown into bottles in furnaces that burn around the clock.

Africa·News·Technology·Top Stories

Gabon Suspends Social Media Amid Rising Unrest

February 18, 2026

Gabon’s media regulator has ordered the suspension of social media platforms “until further notice,” citing content that it says is fuelling division and unrest

MTN Shareholders, Karl Toriola Lose N581.57bn Within Three Days

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Nigeria Reviews MTN Group’s Acquisition of IHS Towers Over Sector Impact

February 17, 2026

The Federal Government has said it will undertake a comprehensive assessment of the reported acquisition of IHS Towers by MTN Group, citing the strategic

Sport

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Stripe Explores Possible Deal for PayPal as Takeover Speculation Lifts Shares

February 24, 2026

Financial technology company Stripe is exploring a potential acquisition of PayPal or parts of its operations, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday. The report said Stripe has conveyed early-stage interest in a transaction involving the digital payments firm, though deliberations remain preliminary and may not result in a formal offer. Both companies declined to comment, and Reuters said it was unable

FEATURES·Sports

Brain Drain in Nigerian Sports: Governance, Trust and the Ofili Question

February 21, 2026

When Favour Ofili confirmed her decision to switch allegiance to Turkey, the

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18 Senegalese Fans Jailed After AFCON Final Disturbances in Morocco

February 19, 2026

A Moroccan court has sentenced 18 Senegalese football fans to prison terms

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

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Giants Real Madrid Becoming Teeters

February 2, 2026

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

Markets

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Aston Martin to Cut 20% of Workforce Over Rising Losses

February 25, 2026

British luxury carmaker Aston Martin has announced plans to reduce its workforce by up to 20 percent, following widening annual losses linked to US

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CPPE Warns Nigeria’s $6bn Capital Inflow Surge May Be Fragile Despite Rebound

February 24, 2026

Nigeria recorded a sharp increase in foreign capital inflows in the third quarter of 2025, but the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise

Nigerian Stock Market Cap Extends Decline With N73.44bn Loss

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Ellah Lakes’ N235 Billion Public Offer Falls Flat: Investors to Receive Refunds

February 22, 2026

Ellah Lakes Plc’s ambitious N235 billion public offer has ended in disappointment, with the company announcing it will refund investors due to insufficient subscription.

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Week Ahead: Nigeria CPI Cools, US-Iran Talks & US PCE in Focus

February 19, 2026

By Lukman Otunuga In a welcome development for Nigeria’s economy, inflation unexpectedly slowed in January, with prices rising 15.1% year-on-year. This represented a slight

African Countries With The Largest Proven Oil Reserves In 2025

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Markets Fall as Iran Signals New Chance for Nuclear Talks

February 17, 2026

Global shares slipped and oil prices fell on Tuesday after Iran offered a cautiously positive response in nuclear talks with US officials in Geneva,

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FCCPC Flags Possible Airline Price-Fixing During 2025 Christmas Season

February 26, 2026

Nigeria’s consumer protection agency has uncovered evidence suggesting some domestic airlines may have engaged in price fixing during the 2025 Christmas travel rush. In an interim report released Thursday, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) said ticket fares during December

Business·Top Stories

Naira Appreciates Against Dollar In Black Market To N1,382/$1

February 26, 2026

Traders in the black market exchanged the United States dollar (USD) at N1,382.76 kobo per $1 in the black market on Thursday, February 26. The dollar was traded in the black market at N1,404.8 kobo per $1 on Wednesday, February 25, representing

Business·Top Stories

Valuation Of Nigerian Stock Market Drops By Over N514bn

February 26, 2026

On Thursday, February 26, over N514.99 billion was wiped off the market capitalisation of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), also known as the stock market. The market capitalisation fell to N124.23 trillion, from the N124.75 trillion recorded on Wednesday, February 25. This followed

News·Nigeria·Security·Top Stories

Why Tinubu is Pushing to Establish State Police — Minister

February 26, 2026

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s push for state police, saying the move is driven by growing security challenges and the limits of the current centralised system. Speaking during a courtesy visit by

Business·News

Alleged N76billion Arik Fraud Case: Avoid Misrepresentation Of Facts In Covering Court Proceedings – Justice Dada To Journalists

February 26, 2026

Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, today admonished the media, especially the ones covering proceedings in her court, to report the facts, and not be carried away by emotions and sentiments that are crafted not just

News·Politics·Top Stories

Ogun 2027: Female APC Chieftain Declares Governorship Bid, Vows Continuity, Institutional Balance

February 26, 2026

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State has formally declared her intention to contest the 2027 governorship election, pledging to prioritise continuity, party cohesion and balanced development if elected. In a notice addressed to party leaders, members and

Business·Top Stories

Ellah Lakes Shareholders Stuck With Shares Institutional Investors Don’t Want

February 26, 2026

Investors in the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), also known as the stock market, are snubbing Ellah Lakes’ shares — a situation that is affecting the investments of the palm oil company’s shareholders. In December 2025, the company launched a public offer, with plans

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Prosecution Unlikely Without Complainant Over Simi Controversy – Lagos DSVA Boss

February 26, 2026

The Lagos State Government has formally referred allegations arising from resurfaced social media posts linked to singer Simi to the Commissioner of Police for a preliminary investigation, Prime Business Africa reports. The update was disclosed by Lola Vivour-Adeniyi, Executive Secretary of the

Africa·News·Top Stories

Medicinal, Industrial Cannabis Licences Now Accessible to Ghanaians Above 18 – NACOC

February 26, 2026

The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has clarified that any Ghanaian aged 18 and above who owns land, or has documented access to it, can now apply directly for a licence to cultivate medicinal and industrial cannabis without the involvement of intermediaries, Prime

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