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The Federal Government of Nigeria announces that the country has been removed from the European Union’s list of high-risk third countries, marking a significant achievement in Nigeria’s economic reform agenda. This development, confirmed by the Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Mr. Wale Edun, underscores Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening its anti-money laundering…
Nigeria’s inflation rate dropped to 15.15% in December 2025, a significant decrease from 34.80% in December 2024. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) attributes this decline to a methodological review and rebasing of the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Key Highlights: – Food Inflation: Dropped to 10.84% year-on-year, with prices of staples like tomatoes, garri, eggs,…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles were defeated by Morocco 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 0-0 draw in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final match on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco. The Super Eagles, despite missing key player Wilfred Ndidi due to suspension, put up a valiant…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has recorded a significant increase in voter registration in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with the number of eligible voters rising from 1,373,492 in 2022 to 1,680,315 ahead of the February 21, 2026, Area Council elections. This represents an increase of 306,823 voters, highlighting growing interest in the electoral…
Nollywood superstar Funke Akindele has achieved another milestone, with her film “Behind The Scenes” grossing over ₦2 billion at the box office, making her Africa’s highest-grossing filmmaker of all time. This marks a first for West African cinema, with “Behind The Scenes” becoming the first film to cross the ₦2 billion mark. The film, which…
A Russian attack on Ukraine’s northeastern city of Kharkiv has resulted in four fatalities and six injuries, according to regional governor Oleg Synegubov. The overnight strike targeted a postal terminal operated by Nova Poshta, causing significant damage and fires. Emergency workers are currently clearing debris from the site. In a separate incident, a Russian long-range…
The UNHCR reports that approximately 21,807 refugees and asylum seekers in Nigeria are unregistered, denying them access to essential services like food, healthcare, and financial aid. These individuals, mainly from Cameroon’s conflict-torn Anglophone region, are part of a larger population of 127,000 refugees and asylum seekers from 41 countries. The registration backlog has fluctuated, peaking…
The Federal Government has expressed its dissatisfaction with the slow progress of the Lokoja-Abuja Highway construction project. Minister of Works, David Umahi, has warned contractors that their contracts may be revoked if they fail to accelerate the project’s pace. This crucial project, connecting the North and South, has been ongoing since 2007, when former President…
JAMB has announced the schedule for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) registration, and candidates are gearing up for the challenge. Here are the key dates to note: The sale of UTME application documents kicks off on January 19, 2026, and runs until February 26, 2026. Registration for UTME follows…
As Nigeria’s new tax laws take effect, citizens and businesses are bracing for the impact. The laws aim to simplify tax procedures, reduce multiple taxation, and provide relief to low-income earners and small businesses. In a bid to cushion the effects of inflation, individuals earning below ₦800,000 annually are exempt from personal income tax. This…