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

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has affirmed that Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, will retain her position as an ordained pastor in the church, dismissing calls for her removal. Speaking during the monthly Holy Ghost Service, Adeboye clarified that the First Lady’s ordination as an Assistant Pastor
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a national emergency on poverty and insecurity, a move that has sparked strong reactions from labour unions and opposition leaders demanding urgent and far-reaching reforms. The declaration was made during the 2026 May Day celebration in Abuja, where the President—represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation—acknowledged
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A fresh political twist has emerged in Rivers State as supporters of Governor Siminalayi Fubara moved to secure his re-election bid—despite opposition from his estranged political ally, Nyesom Wike. A coalition of elders and stakeholders across the state reportedly purchased Expression of Interest and Nomination forms of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on behalf of
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Air Peace has explained the disruption of its London Gatwick–Lagos flight on May 1, attributing the incident to a bird strike that forced the aircraft to be grounded for safety inspections. The airline issued the clarification in response to a viral video alleging that passengers were stranded without proper communication or care. It rejected the
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to embark on a two-week international trip covering France, Kenya, and Rwanda, aimed at strengthening diplomatic ties and boosting economic partnerships. According to his spokesperson, the President will first visit France before heading to Nairobi to participate in the upcoming Africa–France Summit. The event, co-hosted by Emmanuel Macron and
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The trial surrounding the death of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona intensified on Thursday as a psychologist testified that the late star suffered from bipolar disorder, narcissistic traits, and required strict avoidance of alcohol. Carlos Diaz, one of seven medical professionals currently facing manslaughter charges with reckless intent, appeared before a court in Buenos Aires,
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