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Dollar Holders Rethink Bet as Naira Gains Gather Pace
Dollar hoarders in Nigeria’s foreign exchange market are reassessing their positions as the naira records sustained gains, weakening the long-held strategy of holding the United States dollar as a safe hedge against currency depreciation. A recent report by BusinessDay notes that the naira’s rally has altered market sentiment, prompting corporates, investors and individuals to offload…
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FCT POLLS: INEC COLLATES RESULTS AS APC, PDP SHARE AREA COUNCILS
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has continued the collation and declaration of results from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections, with outcomes showing a split verdict across the six councils amid low voter turnout and pockets of technical challenges. Below is a clear, publication-ready breakdown of results as declared or officially collated…
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Forgotten Communities, Deferred Dignity: Why Nigeria’s Leprosy Colonies Must Not Be Left Behind
By Saleh FAROUQ GAGARAWA Across the world, leprosy is often described as an ancient disease nearing elimination. Yet in Nigeria, the reality is far more complex—and far more urgent. Behind national statistics and policy frameworks lie dozens of aging settlements where thousands of persons affected by leprosy continue to live in conditions that challenge the…
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“Naira Climbs to Multi-Year High as FX Liquidity Improves and Reserves Surge”
The Nigerian Naira has rallied impressively against the United States Dollar, reaching levels not seen in nearly two years across key foreign exchange markets, driven by stronger dollar inflows, policy reforms and rising external reserves. Strongest FX Levels in Years In the official foreign exchange market, the naira recently traded around ₦1,344 per US$1, reflecting…
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UK Tightens Border and Citizenship Rules, Leaving UK-Born Children of Foreign Parents in Limbo
The United Kingdom has introduced stricter immigration and border control measures that are once again drawing attention to the legal status of so-called “UK-born aliens”—children born in Britain to foreign parents who are not automatically entitled to British citizenship. The development follows new enforcement measures by the UK Home Office, alongside renewed public debate over…
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President Tinubu Signs New Electoral Act Into Law: 20 Key Changes Shaping Nigeria’s 2027 Elections
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the Electoral Act 2026 into law, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing electoral reforms and setting the legal framework for the 2027 general elections. The new law repeals and replaces the Electoral Act 2022, introducing notable adjustments aimed at improving efficiency, inclusiveness, and electoral credibility. Below are 20…
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Ramadan 2026 Begins in Nigeria as Crescent Moon Is Sighted
Abuja, February 18, 2026 — Muslims across Nigeria on Wednesday commenced the 2026 Ramadan fast following the official confirmation of the sighting of the crescent moon marking the beginning of the holy month. The announcement was made by the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) under the leadership of the Sultan of Sokoto, who…
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Ramadan 1447AH Begins: Muslim Countries Confirm Moon Sighting as Fasting Commences
By Staff Reporter Several Muslim-majority countries have officially confirmed the sighting of the crescent moon marking the beginning of Ramadan 1447AH, setting the stage for the commencement of fasting and other religious observances by millions of Muslims around the world. Countries That Have Confirmed Moon Sighting and Start of Ramadan Saudi ArabiaAuthorities in Saudi Arabia…
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Saudi Arabia Confirms Crescent Moon Sighting, Ramadan Begins
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The authorities in Saudi Arabia have officially announced the sighting of the new crescent moon, marking the beginning of Ramadan 1447 AH. In a statement issued late Tuesday, the Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia confirmed that verified reports of the moon sighting were received from approved observation committees across the Kingdom.…
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Tinubu Unveils Nigeria Industrial Policy 2025, Targets Manufacturing Revival and Job Creation
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has unveiled the Nigeria Industrial Policy 2025, a comprehensive framework aimed at rebuilding Nigeria’s industrial base, accelerating manufacturing growth, and creating millions of jobs across the country. The policy was formally launched on Tuesday in Abuja, with Vice President Kashim Shettima representing the President at the unveiling ceremony. Driving Industrial Transformation…
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