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

Former United States President Donald Trump has said that Iran is not yet ready to reach a deal that would end the ongoing war in the Middle East, despite reports of behind the scenes discussions. Speaking during a media interview, Trump said talks were taking place but insisted that Tehran had not shown enough commitment
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The Labour Party has dismissed reports suggesting that it plans to boycott the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. Party leaders clarified that the Labour Party remains fully committed to participating in the electoral process and will actively contest elections across the country. According to party officials, the rumours about a possible boycott are false and
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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the Federal Government to urgently introduce a wage award and cost of living allowance for workers as the cost of living continues to rise across the country. The labour union said Nigerian workers are facing increasing economic pressure due to rising prices of food transportation housing and
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The Plateau State Government has alerted residents of Kanam Local Government Area to an ongoing military operation targeting bandits in the Garga axis following a security incident reported on Friday. State authorities issued the warning to ensure the safety of residents while security forces carry out the operation in the affected communities. Officials advised residents
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The Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, who also serves as chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum, is reportedly making moves to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Political sources say the governor has been engaged in consultations and negotiations over possible conditions for his
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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 74 year old man at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja after he was allegedly caught attempting to smuggle 11 kilograms of cocaine. According to the anti drug agency, the suspect was intercepted during routine screening at the airport while preparing to board an
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