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Nigerian Banks Restore Dollar Access on Naira Cards After FX Relief

Several Nigerian banks have resumed allowing international transactions on Naira-denominated debit cards, a development attributed to improved foreign exchange (FX) liquidity. Until recently, only Providus Bank allowed limited dollar transactions for its premium clients using Naira cards. However, Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), United Bank for Africa (UBA), Wema Bank, and Stanbic IBTC have now reinstated […]

Coalition of Grievance or Credible Threat? Tinubu Allies Mock 2027 Power Bid

Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, have dismissed the newly formed political coalition seeking to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027, describing the movement as misguided and destined to fail. Speaking separately, the two leaders accused the coalition of lacking credibility and being driven by disgruntled politicians. Wike, […]

Court Orders Senate to Recall Suspended Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan

Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Senate to reinstate Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, describing her six-month suspension from the upper chamber as excessive. Delivering judgment, Justice Nyako ruled that the suspension violated both Chapter 8 of the Senate Standing Rules and Section 14 of the Legislative Houses (Powers and […]

NMA Slams Doctor Deployment to Saint Lucia, Decries Poor Welfare at Home

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has condemned the Federal Government’s decision to deploy Nigerian doctors to Saint Lucia and other Caribbean nations under a new Technical Manpower Assistance (TMA) agreement, describing the move as “inexcusable” in light of deteriorating working conditions and the continued neglect of medical professionals at home. In a statement dated Thursday, […]

Who Speaks for Labour? Usman Backs Obi on Coalition, Labels Abure a ‘Jester’

The acting National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Senator Nenadi Usman, has reaffirmed the party’s support for its 2023 presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, over his involvement in the ongoing opposition coalition spearheaded by former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar. In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by her Senior Special Adviser, Ken Asogwa, Usman […]

Still on Top: Zenith Bank Leads Nigeria Again in Global Tier-1 Rankings

Zenith Bank Plc has retained its position as Nigeria’s leading bank by Tier-1 Capital for the sixteenth consecutive year, according to the 2025 edition of the Top 1000 World Banks rankings published by The Banker, a publication of the Financial Times Group. The ranking, based on 2024 year-end Tier-1 capital figures, places Zenith Bank 581st […]

“Let Them Speculate”: Wike Keeps Mum on Rivers Reconciliation Terms

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said he will not disclose the details of the recent peace agreement with suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, stating that what matters most is the return of peace to the state. Speaking during a media chat on Thursday at his Abuja residence, Wike said […]

Former Super Eagles Goalkeeper Peter Rufai Dies at 61

ormer Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai has passed away at the age of 61. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), through the official Super Eagles X (formerly Twitter) handle, confirmed his death on Thursday. “We mourn the passing of legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper, Peter Rufai – a giant of Nigerian football and a 1994 AFCON champion,” […]

David Mark Rallies Opposition, Says Coalition Will Rebuild Nigeria’s Democracy

The interim National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, has urged Nigerians to join a growing coalition of opposition parties, saying the alliance is committed to rescuing the country from collapse and restoring democratic governance. Mark, a former President of the Senate, made the call on Wednesday in Abuja at the unveiling […]

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