In Nigeria, the week of January 26–30 is relatively quiet for official data releases. Markets reopen on Monday, January 26, with attention on foreign exchange liquidity, interest rates, and oil prices. Tuesday will highlight private-sector developments, including economic outlook briefings expected from banks and businesses, as well as analyst reports. Wednesday is expected to be …
By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu “The term of office of judges, their independence, security, adequate remuneration, conditions of service, pensions and the age of retirement shall be adequately secured by law.” Principle 11, United Nations Basic Principles on the Independence of the Judiciary, (1985) Babajide Candide-Johnson became a judge of the High Court of Lagos …
Twenty-four Nigerian universities appeared in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject, marking the first time the country has recorded such a feat. The rankings, released on January 21, make Nigeria the most represented country in Sub-Saharan Africa. The 2026 rankings cover 11 areas: Arts and Humanities, Business and Economics, Computer …
The Federal Government says Nigeria could save over ₦3 trillion annually in foreign exchange by blending bioethanol with Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). The initiative is designed to reduce the country’s reliance on imported fuel while strengthening domestic agriculture and industry. Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, announced the plan at a …
United States President Donald Trump claimed on Thursday that American forces are “annihilating” terrorists in Nigeria. He accused these groups of killing Christians in large numbers. “Many good things are happening,” Trump said at the Board of Peace signing ceremony on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos. “We’ve hit them very hard. …
Nigeria’s cashew exports to the European Union rose to 3,035 metric tonnes in 2025, a 12 per cent increase from 2,709 tonnes in 2024. The performance stood out amid uneven supply from several African producers. On a global scale, Nigeria’s cashew nut exports reached $398.135 million in the first half of 2025, up 81.15 per …
In an economy where inflation rates and exchange rate fluctuations often cause financial turbulence, the latest federal government bonds issued by the Debt Management Office have provided an opportunity for High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs) and corporations looking to lock in a steady, tax-exempt return on their funds. The Federal Government, through the Debt Management …
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to restoring and sustaining peace and security in Plateau State and across the country. Shaibu gave the assurance on Tuesday during a courtesy visit to Plateau State Governor, Mr Caleb Mutfwang, and the Gbong Gwom Jos, Da Jacob Gyang Buba, …
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested 77,792 drug offenders, including 128 major barons. It also secured 14,225 convictions and seized over 14.8 million kilograms of illicit substances in the past five years. This was announced by NDLEA Chairman/CEO Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) at the 11th Chairman/Chief Executive Officer (CCEO) Awards …
Fire gutted a one-storey commercial building in Ikeja’s Computer Village, Lagos, early Tuesday, destroying property worth millions of naira. The blaze, which broke out around midnight on Somoye Street, affected a building housing dealers of computers and computer accessories. No casualties were reported, though a Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service official sustained minor injuries …
