Naira Breaks N1,500 Barrier, Records Strongest Rally in Seven Months
Naira Official rate falls to N1,497.5 per dollar Black market stable at N1,537 per dollar External reserves surge to $41.7bn The Naira appreciated below N1,500 per dollar at the official…
Elon Musk Buys $1bn Tesla Stock
Tesla rebounds 6.2% as Elon Musk deepens stake Board weighs $1 trillion compensation package UK backlash trails Musk’s political remarks Elon Musk’s $1 billion Tesla stock purchase has pushed the…
Seven Injured in Collided Truck Crash Along Ogbomoso-Ilorin Road
A reckless overtake turned deadly on Monday when two trucks collided along the busy Ogbomoso-Ilorin Federal Road, leaving seven men with serious injuries. The crash happened around midday at Arinkinkin…
Tobi Amusan Pockets $55,000 After World Championships Silver Win
Tobi Amusan won silver in the 100m hurdles at the World Championships in Tokyo. She earned $55,000 in combined prize money and bonuses. The feat reinforces her standing among the…
Super Eagles’ World Cup Hopes Boosted by Eritrea Exit
The Super Eagles’ World Cup hopes revived after Eritrea’s withdrawal. Nigeria sit third in Group C with 11 points. Their fate now rests on CAF’s ruling. The Super Eagles found…
FG Suspends 4% FOB Levy on Imported Goods Amid Trade Concerns
FG halts implementation of 4% FOB levy on imports. Suspension follows stakeholder consultations over inflationary and competitiveness risks. Customs directed to comply while framework review is conducted. The Federal Government…
Only Senate or Court Can Decide Sen Natasha’s Resumption, Says NASS Clerk
Clerk to National Assembly clarifies it has no power to reverse Senator Natasha’s suspension. Senator Natasha’s attempt to resume duties on September 4 blocked administratively. Resolution now rests entirely with…
Ex-Barca Defender Samuel Umtiti Retires from Football at 31
Samuel Umtiti has retired from football at the age of 31. He is best remembered for his 2018 World Cup semi-final win. Injuries ultimately cut his career short. Samuel Umtiti…
Nigeria’s Inflation Falls to 20.12% in August, Fifth Consecutive Decline
Nigeria inflation drops from 21.88% in July to 20.12% in August. NBS confirms moderation in urban, rural, food and core inflation. CBN projects lending rates may ease as macroeconomic stability…
Manchester City Sack Barman for Wearing United Shirt on Derby Day
Manchester City fired a bar worker spotted in a Manchester United shirt during the derby. A fan’s post on X drew uproar and led to his sacking straight away. The…
