CBN Confirms Final Licensing of 82 Bureaux De Change
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved final operating licences for 82 Bureaux De Change (BDCs) under the Revised Regulatory and Supervisory Guidelines for BDC Operations 2024. The approvals were issued in line with the Bank’s powers under the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) 2020. According to a statement […]
SEC Introduces T+1 Settlement For Faster Transaction
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has outlined fresh measures to modernise the capital market. This include a shift to a T+1 settlement cycle aimed at reducing risk and speeding up transactions. Speaking at the 2025 second Capital Market Committee meeting, SEC Director-General Dr Emomotimi Agama said the long-term goal is to […]
2025 NLO Cup Kicks Off in Abuja With High-Scoring Encounters
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2025 Nigeria League One Cup has kicked off at the Bwari Stadium in Abuja, as eight teams from across the country opened their campaigns in the week-long grassroots football tournament. Matchday One delivered intensity, flair, and standout performances, especially from clubs backed by Nigerian international footballers. One of the marquee fixtures […]
NSC DG, NFF President Lead Top Dignitaries to NNL Awards
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Director General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, and Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Ibrahim Gusau, are leading the distinguished guests for the NNL November Awards. The November 2025/2026 edition of the NNL/PROSTAR INT’L/SPORTLIGHT will take place on 16 December 2025 in Abuja It will mark the first edition of […]
Torunarigha Denies Opting Out of AFCON Squad
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Hamburger SV defender Jordan Torunarigha has dismissed as false and baseless reports claiming he asked to be removed from the Super Eagles’ provisional list for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Some media outlets had reported that head coach Eric Chelle trimmed his initial 55-man provisional squad to 54 because […]
Senator Enang Appreciates Tinubu , Akpabio for Ambassadorial nomination
By Anayo Akwitti Senator Ita Enang on Monday appreciated President Bola Tinubu for his nomination as an ambassador. His name was one of the sixty five ambassadorial nominees forwarded to the Senate for confirmation last week Thursday by the President. Ita Enang who represented Akwa – Ibom North East in the Senate during the 7th […]
NSITF Reaffirms NLC as Key Partner in Social Protection
By Chinedu Echianu Managing Director and Chief Executive of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Barr. Oluwaseun Faleye, has described the Nigeria Labour Congress as a critical partner in advancing social protection and safeguarding the welfare of workers across the country. Addressing the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the congress in Lagos, Faleye […]
Wike-Aligned PDP Faction Plans State Congresses, National Convention
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aligned with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has announced plans to conduct state congresses and a national convention to elect party officials at both state and national levels. The disclosure was made on Sunday by Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, chairman of the factional Board of Trustees […]
Tinubu Hails Nigerian Military for Foiling Coup in Benin Republic
By Chinedu Echianu President Bola Tinubu has applauded the swift and decisive intervention of Nigeria’s Armed Forces in helping to restore constitutional order in the Republic of Benin following an early morning coup attempt on Sunday. According to a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, President Tinubu […]
WCO Policy Session: Adeniyi Showcases Nigeria’s Customs Reforms
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria’s Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has used his first outing as Chairperson of the World Customs Organisation (WCO) Council to spotlight the country’s sweeping customs reforms. According to a statement on Sunday signed by Customs spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada, the Customs boss highlighted modernisation gains, faster clearance processes and stronger alignment with […]