Nigeria’s Currency May Hit ₦1,000 to Dollar Dangote Forecasts
- BUSINESS
- February 18, 2026

In the intricate landscape of Nigeria’s governance and security architecture, certain leaders distinguish themselves not merely by the offices they occupy, but by the depth of their engagement, the clarity of their vision, and their commitment to national unity. The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, continues to exemplify this rare
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The Nigerian Air Force has launched an investigation into allegations of civilian casualties following an airstrike conducted on 11 April 2026 in the Jilli axis along the Yobe–Borno border. The Air Force said the operation, carried out under Operation Hadin Kai, was based on credible intelligence targeting Boko Haram insurgents operating in the area. However,
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The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has endorsed the federal government’s decision to transfer oil royalty collection responsibilities to the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), describing the move as a major step toward improving transparency and efficiency in the petroleum sector. NUPRC Chief Executive, Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, said the commission will continue to oversee technical functions
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Former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has returned to Kebbi State after 123 days marked by detention and political uncertainty, drawing huge crowds of supporters in a dramatic homecoming that has energized the African Democratic Congress in the state. Malami was detained on December 8, 2025, after responding to an invitation from the EFCC,
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Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has warned that Africa is at a critical turning point and must urgently reform its failing security systems to prevent deeper instability and foreign interference. Speaking at the third Mashariki Cooperation Conference, Obasanjo said Africa’s current security framework is no longer adequate for today’s rapidly changing geopolitical realities. Drawing on
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The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise has urged the federal government to strengthen Nigeria’s domestic refining sector instead of adopting the World Bank recommendation for increased petroleum and food imports. In a statement, CPPE described the World Bank’s proposal in its recent Nigerian Development Update as unsuitable for Nigeria’s current economic needs, warning
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