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Dollar to Naira exchange rate Tuesday, September 1, 2026
The Nigerian naira is trading at different rates against the United States dollar across the official foreign exchange market and…
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Akpakomiza and other stories By Paul C Nwabuikwu
His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Edo State, Mr Monday Okpebholo approaches the routine task of making public speeches with…
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Alake backs South-South push to unlock solid minerals wealth
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Henry Dele Alake, has pledged the Ministry’s full support to the South-South Development…
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Ideato Councils legislators hold Special Plenary on newly built Umuchima Bridge by Uzodimma
The Legislative Councils of Ideato North and Ideato South Local Government Areas of Imo State have jointly endorsed Governor Hope…
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Tinubu happy at rescue of kidnapped Corps members, others; Assures of safe travels
President Bola Tinubu has expressed delight at the rescue in Kogi State, of 21 kidnapped Nigerians, among them 15 National…
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Glory hidden in plain sight: The divine enigma of Dolly Parton By Isaac Megbolugbe
Preface: The Hermeneutics of Rhinestones Popular culture frequently demands that the sacred and the profane occupy strictly segregated spaces. We…
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Africa is already building its future By Dr. Wale Osofisan
There is a familiar way of talking about Africa in global investment circles. A young population. Vast natural resources. Rapid…
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Davido advises people to keep records when helping others
Nigerian music star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has advised people to keep records of assistance they render to…
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Fireboy DML recounts family’s reaction to cigarette photo
Nigerian singer, Adedamola Adefolahan, popularly known as Fireboy DML, has recounted how a social media post showing him with a…
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Ethiopia repatriates nearly 100,000 nationals abroad
Addis Ababa, Sept. 1, 2026 Ethiopia has repatriated more than 98,900 nationals facing difficult conditions abroad over the past year…
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Sanwo-Olu, Lai Mohammed, Gbenga Daniel, others to attend 7th Freedom Online lecture Thursday
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, on Thursday, will deliver the 7th yearly lecture of Freedom Online newspaper. Theme of…
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Abia-MTN Partnership: 77% of new telecoms sites now operational — Kanu
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia, Sept. 1, 2026 The Abia State Government’s partnership with MTN Nigeria has achieved 77 per cent…
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When did visibility become expertise? Reflections on NBA’s 2026 conference By Ebuka Ukoh
Here is a critique of the Nigerian Bar Association’s decision to feature a popular social media influencer in a plenary…
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Tinubu welcomes 4.43% GDP growth
By Muhyideen Jimoh Abuja, Aug. 31, 2026 President Bola Tinubu has welcomed Nigeria’s 4.43 per cent economic growth in the…
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Mutfwang: Man of the Year By Emeka Obasi
Humanity smells sweeter when one great mind takes an extraordinary step aimed at expanding bridges through destruction of walls. Plateau…
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Troops rescue 21 kidnap victims in Kogi forest operations
Rescued kidnap victims by Troops of 12 Brigade in collaboration with other security agencies on Monday in Kogi forest …
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New ECOWAS President pledges cooperation with breakaway Sahel states
By Mark Longyen Abuja, Aug. 31, 2026 New ECOWAS Commission President, Birame Diop, has pledged to deepen cooperation with Mali,…
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EFCC dismisses over 40 staff for corruption, prosecutes 5 others
By Isaac Aregbesola Abuja, Aug. 31, 2026 The Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, says more…
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The new Catechism By Abraham E. Nwankwo
THE NEW CATECHISM By Abraham E. Nwankwo Advanced-fee fraud and drug trafficking: Favourite tracks of the get-rich-quick. With lightning speed…
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Messi announces retirement from international football
By Abdulrahman Yahaya Abuja, Aug. 31, 2026 Argentina Legend Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football in…
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Equity, representation and the Idoma question By Dr Paul Ede Agbo
The Idoma people increasingly perceive themselves as politically and socioeconomically marginalised in Benue State. The pattern they see whether in…
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Shettima returns to Nigeria after AU Summit in Angola
By Salisu Sani-Idris Angola, Aug. 31, 2026 Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Nigeria after participating at the 21st…
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Afreximbank strengthens regional leadership with new appointments across Africa, the Caribbean (See who is where)
Cairo, Egypt, 31 August 2026 African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced senior leadership appointments and confirmations to strengthen regional operations,…
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NIS announces passport intervention exercise in UK
By Ibironke Ariyo Abuja, Aug. 31, 2026 The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced provisional locations, venues and dates for…
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EPL: Fernandes fires Manchester United to 5-2 win over Ipswich
By Abdulrahman Yahaya Abuja, Aug. 31, 2026, Manchester United Captain Bruno Fernandes scored a Hat-trick in his club’s 5-2 thrashing…
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