94 m. ago CBN approves new board members for Infinity Microfinance Bank

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved the appointment of Clara Oloniniyi as chairman and Aweh Duke Ebikeme as read more CBN approves new board members for Infinity Microfinance Bank

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4 h. ago Peace Sustained In N’Delta By Armed Forces Helped Us Meet Revenue Target – FIRS

The notable rise in tax revenue from oil production activities has been closely linked to the enduring peace in the Niger Delta region. Officials have noted that the key oil-producing areas’ stable and peaceful environment has allowed companies to maximise their operations and profits. Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) Zacch Adedeji has […]

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26 h. ago CBN Reaffirms Commitment to Financial Inclusion, Price Stability

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has restated its commitment to driving financial inclusion, stimulating productivity, and delivering on its core monetary and price stability mandate. Speaking at the CBN Fair in Lagos, themed “Driving Alternative Payment Channels as Tools for Financial Inclusion, Growth and Accelerated Economic Development”, the Bank’s acting Director, Corporate Communications, Mrs. […]

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30 h. ago FG Plants Seeds Of Peace, Prosperity At Kawu Grazing Reserve

Federal government yesterday flagged off the 2025 National Pasture Planting Day at the historic Kawu Grazing Reserve in the Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). It pledged to transform grazing reserves into hubs of sustainable livestock production, peaceful coexistence, and economic empowerment. The minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, described the […]

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39 h. ago How Live Scores Are Revolutionizing Football Coverage in Nigeria: From NPFL to the Super Eagles

The Digital Shift in Nigerian Football Coverage In recent years, football coverage in Nigeria has undergone a remarkable digital transformation. Gone are the days when fans relied solely on radio commentary or next-day newspaper match reports. The rise of mobile technology and high-speed internet means that millions of supporters can now follow every pass, tackle, […] The post How Live Scores Are Revolutionizing Football Coverage in Nigeria: From NPFL to the Super Eagles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Sport

42 h. ago Jonathan Unveils Azikel’s New Helicopters For Niger Delta Operations

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has unveiled two newly acquired helicopters by the Azikel Group, describing them as modern and well-equipped to meet the demands of operations in the riverine and offshore terrains of the Niger Delta. Jonathan, who performed the unveiling on Tuesday at the company’s operational base in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State commended the investment […]

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45 h. ago Nigeria leads in cyberattack surge as Africa tops global threat

Nigeria has recorded the world’s sharpest rise in cyberattacks, as new data shows Africa has become the most targeted region read more Nigeria leads in cyberattack surge as Africa tops global threat

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47 h. ago ‘Obey Cabin Crew Instructions,’ NCAA Tells Passengers Amid KWAM 1, Ibom Air Incidents

While clarifying that the NCAA does not have the power to prosecute, Achimugu noted that airlines reserve the right to blacklist any passenger deemed a risk. The post ‘Obey Cabin Crew Instructions,’ NCAA Tells Passengers Amid KWAM 1, Ibom Air Incidents appeared first on Channels Television.

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51 h. ago Nigeria’s FOREX hits $40.159b on Tinubu’s reforms – Presidency 

Presidency has attributed the increase in Nigeria's FOREX reserves from $37.195 billion on July 1, 2025, to $40.159 billion on August 7. read more Nigeria’s FOREX hits $40.159b on Tinubu’s reforms – Presidency 

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51 h. ago FAAN vows tough sanctions as unruly passenger incidents rise at Nigerian airports

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has expressed concern over the growing number of unruly passenger incidents. read more FAAN vows tough sanctions as unruly passenger incidents rise at Nigerian airports

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65 h. ago CFG advisory urges CBN to cut rates to drive growth amid high debt and stubborn inflation

The CFG Advisory advised that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) targets a reduction in the interest rate and commences its inflation. read more CFG advisory urges CBN to cut rates to drive growth amid high debt and stubborn inflation

Economics

67 h. ago Kano disputes NBS report, claims $22m foreign investment in Q1

Kano State has accused Nigeria’s official statistics agency of grossly underreporting its foreign investment inflows. read more Kano disputes NBS report, claims $22m foreign investment in Q1

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3 d. ago Domestic Sources Boost Forex Inflows To $31.06bn In 7 Months

Nigeria’s foreign exchange market recorded total inflows of $31.06 billion between January and July 2025, with foreign sources contributing 39.4 per cent of the total inflow, FMDQ Securities Exchange data has shown. An analysis of the figures showed that foreign sources contributed $12.23 billion to total inflows during the period, accounting for about 39.4 per […]

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3 d. ago ‘Hot money’ fuels Q1 2025 capital importation, accounting for 92.2% of inflows

Tribune Online ‘Hot money’ fuels Q1 2025 capital importation, accounting for 92.2% of inflows Nigeria’s capital importation surged to its highest level in five years in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, but the growth was overwhelmingly driven by short-term “hot money” flows. Portfolio investments—often speculative and highly sensitive to market shifts—accounted for a dominant 92.2 percent of total inflows, signalling both renewed investor interest and potential volatility ahead. […] ‘Hot money’ fuels Q1 2025 capital importation, accounting for 92.2% of inflows Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Race to N500bn: Banks step up capital drive as CBN tightens grip on recap to power $1trn economy goal

Tribune Online Race to N500bn: Banks step up capital drive as CBN tightens grip on recap to power $1trn economy goal The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a resilient, safe, and sound financial system as the ongoing banking recapitalisation exercise continues to gather pace. According to the apex bank, eight commercial banks have already met the new capital requirements ahead of the March 31, 2026 deadline, with others making significant […] Race to N500bn: Banks step up capital drive as CBN tightens grip on recap to power $1trn economy goal Tribune Online

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3 d. ago CBN deepens recapitalisation drive to build stronger, globally competitive banks

Tribune Online CBN deepens recapitalisation drive to build stronger, globally competitive banks The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a resilient, safe, and well-capitalised banking sector as the two-year recapitalisation programme gains momentum. With eight banks already meeting the new capital thresholds ahead of the March 31, 2026 deadline, the apex bank said the exercise will position lenders to support Nigeria’s ambition […] CBN deepens recapitalisation drive to build stronger, globally competitive banks Tribune Online

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3 d. ago CBN: FX buffers rise as offshore inflows lift reserves above $40bn

…Naira outlook looking positive –Analysts By Chinwendu Obienyi Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves rose for the fifth consecutive week to hit $40.16 billion as improved inflows from foreign portfolio investors and the Central Bank of Nigeria’s interventions bolstered the country’s FX buffers, raising hopes for short-term currency stability. Data from the CBN showed that gross reserves […] The post CBN: FX buffers rise as offshore inflows lift reserves above $40bn appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago APC National women leader demands reserved NASS seats for women

Tribune Online APC National women leader demands reserved NASS seats for women "This is not merely a statistic, it is a moral wound. A country that silences APC National women leader demands reserved NASS seats for women Tribune Online

Politics

4 d. ago Kano agency disputes NBS report on foreign investment, cites $22m inflow

Tribune Online Kano agency disputes NBS report on foreign investment, cites $22m inflow "It is surprising to see an agency like NBS, which is relied upon by media for accurate and verifiable data, release wrong information Kano agency disputes NBS report on foreign investment, cites $22m inflow Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Kano Gov’t Debunks NBS Report On $120,000 Foreign Investment In Q1 2025

The Kano State Investment Promotion Agency (Kan-Invest) has debunked a recent report released by National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) that the State received only $120,000 Foreign Capital Inflows in the first quarter of 2025. The report, published by thr the media, stated that only seven States attracted foreign capital in the first quarter of 2025, […]

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