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‘I’m Proud Of You’ – Otedola Writes After Dinner With Tinubu In Paris
Billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, has expressed his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing his economic reforms as “bold and forward-thinking.” Otedola stated this on Tuesday after a private dinner with Tinubu in Paris, France, on Monday night. In a post on Instagram accompanied by a photograph of himself with the president, the businessman said […].
BBNaija Show Ya Sef Week 9 Was Full of Veto Twists, BB Bucks & a Triple Eviction
Big Brother Naija Season 11 Week Nine featured Barry’s Ultimate Veto Power choice for total immunity, a dramatic triple eviction of Bells, Yusuf, and Chimsom Chuka, Keivo’s HoH win, and ongoing BB Bucks drama. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.
AFCON 2027Q: Chelle shakes up Super Eagles XI for Guinea-Bissau clash
Super Eagles head coach, Éric Chelle is expected to make at least three changes to his starting XI for tonight’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Guinea-Bissau. According to SCORENigeria, captain Wilfred Ndidi, Samuel Chukwueze and Al-Ittihad striker George Ilenikhena are set to start on the bench.
Fuel Price: Crude oil price drops after Monday’s spike
A market survey by DAILY POST showed that Brent and West Texas Intermediate, WTI crude declined to $105 and $92 per barrel, respectively, on Tuesday, after rising to as high as $107 per barrel on Monday. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.
Iran court backs 74 lashes for singer who performed without hijab
An appeals court in Iran has confirmed a sentence of 74 lashes handed to prominent singer Parastoo Ahmadi after she performed without the mandatory hijab, according to her lawyers. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.
CBN offers N2.5 trillion in fresh OMO auction as N2.43 trillion repayment hits market
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has scheduled a N2.5 trillion Open Market Operations (OMO) auction for September 29, 2026, as a N2.433 trillion OMO repayment matures on the same day, creating a near one-for-one match between the fresh offer and liquidity injection. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.
Chelle Faces Fresh Injury Worry As Ilenikhena Doubtful For Guinea-Bissau Clash
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle faces a fresh selection headache ahead of Tuesday’s crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Guinea-Bissau, with debutant George Ilenikhena doubtful for the Group L encounter. Ilenikhena, who scored Nigeria’s equaliser in Friday’s 2-1 comeback victory over Madagascar in Uyo, picked up a minor injury and could miss […].
Nigeria’s 840,000-tonne cooking oil waste market gets $1m investment push
Official updates highlight key developments regarding nigeria’s 840,000-tonne cooking oil waste market gets $1m investment push. Industry analysts and regulatory authorities are actively monitoring the situation to determine long-term socio-economic implications.
Banks warn CBN six-month data localisation deadline too short, risks disrupting payments
Official updates highlight key developments regarding banks warn CBN six-month data localisation deadline too short, risks disrupting payments. Industry analysts and regulatory authorities are actively monitoring the situation to determine long-term socio-economic implications.
NPFL: Boboye explains Bendel Insurance defeat to Abia Warriors
Bendel Insurance technical adviser, Kennedy Boboye, has admitted that his side were punished for their poor first half performance in the clash against Abia Warriors. The Benin Arsenals suffered a 3-0 loss to Abia Warriors at the Umuahia Township Stadium on Sunday.
Prioritise safety during heavy rains – Ekiti Commissioner warns residents
Ekiti State Commissioner for Environment and Natural Res, Tosin Aluko-Ajisafe, has called on residents to be safety-conscious as heavy rains continue across the state. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.
Pochettino labels Man City success ‘a period of deception’
Mauricio Pochettino has branded Manchester City's era of sustained success "a period of deception" after they were reportedly found guilty of breaking the Premier League's financial rules. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.
HURIWA Urges South-East Governors To Unite Against Insecurity
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has urged the six South-East governors to unite and adopt a common regional strategy to tackle insecurity following the reported recovery of 28 human skulls and other human remains from suspected criminal camps in Abia State. The remains were reportedly recovered from suspected criminal camps in Umuaku […].
Mauricio Pochettino speaks out on Manchester City financial charges
Mauricio Pochettino has questioned the fairness of English football after Manchester City were reportedly found guilty of 114 of 115 alleged Premier League financial-rule breaches between 2009 and 2018. The former Tottenham and Chelsea manager asked a simple question: “Where were the controls?” Pochettino said he found it particularly difficult to understand how Tottenham faced […].
Investors wary as violence shadows Plateau’s mining ambitions
Official updates highlight key developments regarding investors wary as violence shadows Plateau’s mining ambitions. Industry analysts and regulatory authorities are actively monitoring the situation to determine long-term socio-economic implications.
There should be police at all levels of govt – Duke
Cross River state governor and presidential candidate of Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Donald Duke, has called for the establishment of state and local government police, saying Nigeria’s highly centralised security system cannot effectively confront terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other violent crimes across the country. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.