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CBN Ready To Intervene As Middle East Crisis Puts Pressure On Emerging Market Currencies

NewsDeskNgMar 13, 2026March 13, 20260

Nigeria’s central bank says it is ready to intervene to stabilise the naira amid investor flight from emerging markets. Nigeria’s central bank says it has put contingency measures in place to stabilise the naira if the currency comes under pressure amid global investor flight from riskier emerging-market assets triggered by...

Nigerian Air Force Destroys Four Terrorists’ Gun Trucks In Sambisa Strike

NewsDeskNgMar 13, 2026March 13, 20260

Nigerian Air Force destroys four terrorists’ gun trucks during intelligence-led air interdiction operation in Sambisa Forest. The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has destroyed four terrorists’ gun trucks and several logistics assets during a precision air interdiction operation in the Sambisa Forest area of Borno State.The operation was carried out by...

Tinubu Approves Procurement Of Military Hardware To Boost Anti-Terror Operations

NewsDeskNgMar 13, 2026March 13, 20260

President Tinubu approves fresh military equipment procurement as security forces intensify operations against insurgents and terrorist groups nationwide. President Bola Tinubu has approved the procurement of additional military hardware to strengthen the Armed Forces of Nigeria in their ongoing campaign against insurgency and terrorism across the country. The Minister of...

Ghana Approves Cannabis Cultivation For Industrial, Medicinal Use, Opens Licensing To Companies

NewsDeskNgMar 12, 2026March 12, 20260

Ghana legalises cannabis farming for industrial and medicinal use, opening licensing process to companies after parliamentary approval nationwide. Ghana has formally legalised the cultivation of Cannabis for industrial and medicinal purposes after lawmakers approved the policy framework allowing licensed companies to engage in regulated production. The decision follows approval by...

Sanwo-Olu Commissions Major Power Projects In Badagry

NewsDeskNgMar 12, 2026March 12, 20260

Lagos state Governor Sanwo-Olu inaugurates power infrastructure in Badagry, promising improved electricity supply, economic growth and expanded energy regulation across Lagos. Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State today commissioned electrification projects in the Badagry axis, saying that investments in such projects will be of lasting benefit to the people....

US Embassy Warns Of Possible Terrorist Threat To American Facilities In Nigeria

NewsDeskNgMar 11, 2026March 11, 20260

The US Embassy has warned of possible terrorist threats targeting American facilities and US-affiliated schools in Nigeria. The United States Embassy in Abuja has warned of a possible terrorist threat targeting American facilities and U.S.-affiliated schools in Nigeria, urging U.S. citizens in the country to take additional security precautions. In...

Nigerian Military Reviews Strategy After Setbacks In Counter-Terror Operations

NewsDeskNgMar 11, 2026March 11, 20260

Nigeria’s Armed Forces review strategies after insurgent attacks, as defence chief urges public confidence and warns collaborators aiding terrorists. The leadership of the Nigerian Armed Forces has met to review its operational strategies following recent setbacks in various theatres of operation across the country. The high-level meeting was convened by...

Lagos Assembly Proposes Relocation Of Makoko, Other Waterfront Residents To Epe

NewsDeskNgMar 11, 2026March 11, 20260

Lagos State House of Assembly has proposed relocating residents of Makoko, Oko-Agbon and Sogunro waterfront communities to Agbowa in Epe. The Lagos State House of Assembly has proposed the relocation of residents of Makoko, Oko-Agbon and Sogunro waterfront communities to Agbowa in Epe Local Government Area following the demolition of...

‘My People Seek Balance’: Amasiri Spokesperson Condemns Ebonyi Government Over Land Dispute

NewsDeskNgMar 10, 2026March 10, 20260

Amasiri community in Ebonyi spokesperson Joy Idam says shutdown of schools, hospitals and markets has left residents dying and children losing an academic year. The Amasiri community in Ebonyi State Spokesperson Joy Idam has accused the state government of imposing punitive measures that have crippled the town following a lingering...

‘Not Sustainable’: Kunle Afolayan Bemoans N11M Diesel Expense At Resort

NewsDeskNgMar 10, 2026March 10, 20260

Filmmaker Kunle Afolayan says his Oyo resort spent N11 million on diesel within five weeks despite solar power, seeks support. Nigerian filmmaker and director Kunle Afolayan has revealed the heavy financial strain rising diesel prices are placing on his hospitality and creative venture, saying his resort spends about N11 million...