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CBN retains rate at 26.5 %, says no FX market intervention.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has retained the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 26.5 percent, maintaining its current monetary policy stance amid ongoing efforts to stabilise the economy and control inflationary pressures. The apex bank also retained all other key monetary parameters following the conclusion of the 305th meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) held in Abuja. The Standing Lending Facility and Standing Deposit Facility corridor around the MPR were maintained at +500 and -450 basis points respectively. […]

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Makinde Signs Executive Order to Regulate Security Groups in Oyo

Governor Seyi Makinde has signed Executive Order No. 1 of 2026 to regulate associations, groups and organisations providing security and allied services across Oyo State. The development was announced in a statement shared on the governor’s official page on Thursday. According to the statement, the executive order is designed to ensure that all groups involved in security-related activities operate within guidelines approved by the state government. Makinde said the measure is aimed at strengthening peace, maintaining public order and ensuring […]

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Tinubu Appoints 39-Year-Old Professor Segun Aina as New JAMB Registrar

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Professor Segun Aina as the new Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, succeeding Professor Is-haq Oloyede, whose second term in office expires on July 31, 2026. The appointment has generated widespread attention due to Aina’s age and professional background. He is set to turn 40 in July and will become the youngest registrar in the history of the examination body. Professor Aina studied entirely in the United Kingdom, where he obtained a Bachelor […]

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Fubara Withdraws from APC Governorship Primary, Coup Trial Takes New Twist

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress governorship primary election ahead of the 2027 polls. In a statement personally signed on Wednesday, Fubara said his decision came after consultations with family members, friends, and political associates. He added that he would support whichever candidate eventually emerges as the party’s flagbearer in the state. The governor’s withdrawal has sparked fresh political discussions in Rivers State as preparations for the next election cycle continue. Meanwhile, the ongoing […]

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NLC to workers: Prepare for fresh minimum wage battle with FG.

The Nigeria Labour Congress has signalled the possibility of another major confrontation with the Federal Government over the worsening economic condition facing Nigerian workers, declaring that organised labour will continue to push for improved wages and better welfare packages. President of the NLC, Joe Ajaero, gave the indication during the unveiling of the roadmap for the 50th anniversary celebration of the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union in Abuja. The event brought together labour leaders, government officials, union members, […]

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Governorship aspirants shun consensus deal in 10 states.

Ahead of Thursday’s governorship primaries of the All Progressives Congress, resistance to consensus arrangements has intensified across several states, as many aspirants rejected pressure to step down and insisted on participating in the contest. The development comes despite efforts by party leaders, governors, and stakeholders to reduce internal disputes through endorsements and consensus agreements ahead of the 2027 general elections. In many APC-controlled states, incumbent governors and preferred candidates have already secured support from party structures. However, succession battles and […]

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Olubadan Halts Demolition of 200 Houses in Ibadan.

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, has intervened in the lingering land dispute at Isokan Estate Extension in the Alao Akala, Elebu area of Ibadan, ordering an immediate stop to the planned demolition of about 200 houses in the community. The monarch gave the directive after a series of meetings with residents, landlords, community stakeholders and other parties affected by the controversy surrounding ownership of the land. The dispute reportedly began after a claimant, identified as Mogaji Olopade […]

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Bring back our children’ — Protest rocks Oyo over school abductions.

Tension erupted in parts of Oyo State on Wednesday as youths and residents staged a protest over the recent abduction of students and teachers in the state. The protesters, who marched through major streets in Ogbomoso, were seen chanting slogans demanding the immediate release of the victims. Residents expressed anger over the worsening security situation and the rising economic hardship, accusing the government of failing to adequately protect lives and improve the welfare of citizens. During the protest, some demonstrators […]

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Oyo Security Office Warns Against Spreading False Security Information

The Office of the Special Adviser on Security in Oyo State has urged residents to exercise caution and responsibility when sharing security-related information, stressing the importance of accurate and verified reports. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser on Security, Fatai Owoseni Fagbenro, citizens were encouraged to embrace the principle of “see something, say something” while ensuring that any information passed to authorities is credible and properly confirmed. According to the statement, spreading unverified reports could disrupt ongoing security […]

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