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Month: January 2026

Pound to Naira exchange rate today, January 29, 2026

The British Pound Sterling experienced moderate volatility against the Nigerian Naira during the early morning trading session on Thursday, January 29, 2026. As the Naira continues its broader recovery against major global currencies, the Pound has fluctuated within a narrow range, reflecting shifting liquidity in the official market. Official Market Trends In the Nigerian Foreign…

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2026 World Cup: Nigeria’s absence affects tournament, they’re like Brazil, Spain – Kalika

Former Super Eagles assistant coach, Simon Kalika has insisted that Nigeria’s absence at the upcoming 2026  FIFA World Cup tournament will affect the competition. Kalika said this while comparing the Nigerian team to that of Brazil and Spain, respectively. “These [Nigerian] players play in top European clubs and are always a joy to watch together…

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Lagos govt to probe Mile 2 warehouse fire over stored chemicals

Reports have emerged that the Lagos State government plans to investigate the recent fire incident at a warehouse in Mile 2, Amuwo-Odofin Local Government Area of the state. Sources within the government circles told reporters that the probe will centre on the nature of the chemical substances stored in the facility, which is situated within…

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World Bank offers $250bn procurement window to Nigerian firms

•Says $2.5bn contracts awarded to 6,800 Nigerian suppliers in 5yrs •As IFC invests $5bn   •FG will deepen engagement with World Bank procurement — Bagudu By Babajide Komolafe The World Bank has offered  a $250 billion global procurement window to Nigerian firms, urging local companies to take advantage of thousands of opportunities across World Bank–financed projects worldwide. Speaking…

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Turkey Slip: Tinubu is human, not sick — Onoh dismisses opposition claims

The former Southeast Spokesman to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Chairman of the Forum of Former Members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Denge Josef Onoh, has dismissed concerns surrounding President Tinubu’s brief slip during an official engagement in Turkey, describing the incident as a normal human occurrence rather than a health issue. Onoh…

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Govts, monarchs clash over interference in chieftaincy conferment in Igbo land

…Anambra, Enugu govts direct monarchs to get clearance before chieftaincy conferment …They are overstepping their bounds —Abia monarch …We intervene if conferee has questionable character —Chairman, Imo monarchs …Govt has no business in chieftaincy conferment —Okolo By Jeff Agbodo, Ukwueze Alumona, Emmanuel Iheaka & Chimaobi Nwaiwu ENUGU—Should Igbo traditional rulers seek permission from their state…

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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, January 28, 2026

The Nigerian Naira maintained its positive momentum against the United States Dollar during the mid-week trading session on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The local currency reached a significant milestone in the official market, continuing the trend of appreciation observed since the beginning of the week. Official Market Performance In the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM),…

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Cartoon: Adam eating apple again; we’re in trouble

Read Also: Iron Broom: Behind APC’s steady rise to dominance Vanguard News The post Cartoon: Adam eating apple again; we’re in trouble appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Transfer: Nottingham Forest sign Super Falcons striker Omewa 

Nottingham Forest have announced the signing of Super Falcons striker Joy Omewa, DAILY POST reports. Omewa, who joined Forest from Danish outfit Fortuna Hjørring signed a contract until the end of the 2025/26 season. The 23-year-old spent three years with Fortuna Hjørring, scoring 52 goals in 85 league appearances. The striker won  the Danish Women’s…

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NBA raises alarm as non-lawyer police prosecutors withdraw in Niger 

Niger State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr Nasir Mua’zu, has clarified that the recent withdrawal of non-lawyer police prosecutors from Magistrate and Shariah Courts is simply the enforcement of existing laws, specifically the Administration of Criminal Justice Law and the Police Act 2020. The state Chief Judge, Justice Halima Abdulmalik, had last week…

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