Naira Hits Two-Year High: Parallel Market Drops Below ₦1,350 Following New CBN BDC Directive
- BUSINESS
- February 11, 2026

A coordinated operation by the Nigerian Army, DSS, NSCDC and Immigration Service has led to the arrest of 46 foreign nationals in Ogun State during an intelligence-driven crackdown on undocumented migration. The raid, carried out across Ijebu Imushin, Ijebu Ilese and surrounding communities between June 1 and 15, targeted suspected illegal residents after security reports
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The biographical film Michael, based on the life of pop icon Michael Jackson, has officially become the highest-grossing musical biopic of all time after surpassing Bohemian Rhapsody at the global box office. Industry figures show the Lionsgate-produced film has earned about $911.9 million worldwide, edging past the $903.6 million record previously held by the Freddie
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Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called for stronger efforts to eliminate child labour and ensure a brighter future for children across the country. In a message marking the 2026 World Day Against Child Labour, she urged Nigerians to stand against practices that deprive children of their rights to education, safety, dignity and proper
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Spanish authorities have widened their investigation into former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero after reportedly uncovering luxury jewellery worth €1.2 million during a raid linked to an ongoing corruption probe. The discovery, which included gold necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings decorated with sapphires and emeralds, has prompted investigators to examine whether the items were
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Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum, has reflected on seven years of his administration, highlighting achievements in security, reconstruction, education and healthcare while pledging to consolidate peace and development before leaving office in 2027. In his Democracy Day address marking Nigeria’s 27 years of uninterrupted democratic governance, Zulum described insecurity as Borno’s greatest challenge but
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The Nasarawa State Government has dismissed allegations by Labour Party candidate Labaran Maku that there are plans to manipulate the June 20 Nasarawa North Senatorial bye-election, describing the claims as unfounded and misleading. Speaking in Lafia, Governor Abdullahi Sule’s aide on Public Affairs, Peter Ahemba, challenged Maku to present evidence of the alleged plot to
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