Naira Weakens Amid Dollar Demand Pressure
The naira fell to ₦1,456.72/$ at the official market last week and ₦1,470–₦1,475/$ in the parallel market due to strong dollar demand, despite CBN interventions. External reserves rose slightly to $44.19bn, supporting some stability. Analysts expect cautious trading ahead, with intermittent pressure likely unless inflows improve. READ ANOTHER STORY – https://classic94.fm/messi-leads-miami-past-cincinnati/
Senator Confident Kebbi Schoolgirls Will Be Rescued Soon
Senator Garba Maidoki, representing Kebbi South, expressed confidence that the abducted schoolgirls will soon be rescued. Speaking on Channels Television, he confirmed that the girls are still within Kebbi South and assured the public they would return in one to two days. Describing the kidnapping as the most unfortunate week of his life, Maidoki vowed […]
Lassa Fever Death Toll in Nigeria Reaches 177
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) reported that the Lassa fever death toll has reached 177 in 2025. The case fatality rate now stands at 18.3%, up from 16.5% in 2024. As of Week 44, Nigeria has recorded 966 confirmed cases across 21 states, with four states (Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, Taraba) accounting for 87% […]
Security Tight as Rival PDP Factions Plan Parallel Meetings
Security was reinforced at the PDP national headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday as rival factions prepared to hold separate meetings at the same venue. Armed police and patrol vehicles were stationed outside the secretariat, where factional national secretary Samuel Anyanwu — aligned with Nyesom Wike — arrived early and took control of his office. Anyanwu […]
U.S. Lawmaker Criticized Over Kebbi Abduction Remarks
U.S. lawmaker Riley Moore condemned the abduction of 25 schoolgirls from Government Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State, urging prayers for the victims and the slain vice principal. He described the attack as occurring in a “Christian enclave,” prompting swift correction from former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad, who said the community and victims are Muslim. […]
Peter Obi Urges Super Eagles to Stay Strong After World Cup Exit
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has encouraged the Super Eagles to remain resilient after Nigeria crashed out of the 2026 World Cup playoffs. Nigeria lost 4–3 on penalties to DR Congo after a 1–1 draw in Rabat, marking their second straight World Cup miss. In a message on X, Obi praised the team’s effort and […]
Aliyu Says Azikiwe’s Compromises Helped Keep Nigeria United
Former Niger State Governor Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu says Nigeria’s first president, Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, made critical political compromises that helped keep the young nation together. Speaking at the 2025 Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe Award Lecture in Abuja, Aliyu noted that Zik partnered across party lines in both the First and Second Republics to protect Nigeria’s fragile […]
Mbappé Shrugs Off 400 Goals, Eyes Legendary Status
Real Madrid and France star Kylian Mbappé has downplayed reaching 400 career goals, saying he aims for at least 400 more to cement his place in football history. The 26-year-old referenced all-time greats with 900+ goals, stressing that 400 is just the beginning. Mbappé’s remarks highlight his relentless ambition as he chases both personal records […]
PDP Confirms Ibadan as Venue for Crucial Elective Convention
The Adamawa State governor, who chairs the PDP convention planning committee, confirmed that the party will hold its elective convention in Ibadan. He made the announcement following a stakeholders’ meeting at the Bauchi State Governor’s Lodge, Asokoro. The meeting was attended by key party leaders, including governors, the national chairman, former Senate president, and other […]
Kebbi Police Kill Bandit, Rescue Kidnap Victims
The Kebbi State Police Command neutralized one bandit, arrested three others, and rescued abducted residents in operations across Maiyama and Shanga LGAs. In Botoro Gadi, eight armed men kidnapped two residents, prompting a police and vigilante response that killed one suspect and recovered a dane gun. In Shanga, another gang abducted two people, but police […]
