The Naira closed at N1,450.42 per US dollar on Friday, marking a N2.60 loss for the week at the official foreign exchange market. Analysts note that modest daily fluctuations have become a common feature of the Nigerian foreign exchange market in recent months.

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Lt.-General Tukur Buratai (rtd), former Chief of Army Staff and current Ambassador to Benin Republic, has denied allegations linking him to terrorism financing, describing them as false, unfounded, and malicious. The former army chief insists the allegations are a smear campaign aimed at tarnishing his reputation.

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Boluwatife Balogun (Champz), 14-year-old son of Nigerian music superstar Wizkid, has made history as the youngest Nigerian artist to surpass 1 million monthly Spotify listeners. This achievement cements Champz’s position as a rising star in the Nigerian and global music scene.

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Nigerian Afro-pop artist Damian Wan (Afro Casano) has offered ₦1 million to any pastor who can resolve the ongoing marital tension between 2Baba and his wife, Natasha, amid viral videos from their UK vacation. Fans continue to react with a mix of amusement and bewilderment, questioning the public nature of the saga and Damian Wan’s

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At Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, a total of 6,454 students graduated during the 49th convocation ceremony, with 217 students achieving First Class Honours. The convocation lecture will be delivered by Senator Godswill Akpabio, Senate President and former two-term Governor of Akwa Ibom State, recognized for his scholarship and statesmanship. The ceremony will also feature

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The 10th coronation anniversary of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has begun with festivities marking a decade of his reign. The celebrations opened with a coronation quiz and debate competition, sponsored by Mr. Victor Badejo, attracting 100 students from Ife land. Winners received cash prizes for their participation. An event titled “A

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Businessman and 2027 presidential hopeful, Dr. Gbenga Hashim, paid a condolence visit to Mrs. Adebola Awolowo, widow of the late Segun Awolowo, offering prayers and comfort to the grieving family. Hashim described the atmosphere in the Awolowo home as “heavy with grief” and recalled releasing a heartfelt tribute titled Good Night My Brother and Friend,

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Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, has assured Nigerians that fuel queues are now a thing of the past, promising uninterrupted petrol supply throughout the Christmas season and beyond. Speaking after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the State House, Abuja, Dangote said the refinery is ready to deliver 50 million litres of Premium

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) Screening Committee for the Osun State governorship primary has disqualified former Deputy Governor and National Secretary Sen. Iyiola Omisore, immediate past Deputy Governor Benedict Olugboyega Alabi, and five other aspirants ahead of the party’s primary election. The disqualified aspirants also include Dotun Babayemi, Akin Ogunbiyi, Sen. Babajide Omoworare, Kunle Adegoke

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The pursuit of fairer skin has become a booming yet risky industry in Nigeria, particularly among women, and to a lesser extent, men. Among the latest trends is the use of intravenous (IV) glutathione infusions, a controversial procedure promoted in spas and wellness centers despite warnings from health professionals about its potential dangers. The Allure

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