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By Ayo Kehinde The Debt Management Office (DMO) has unveiled plans to raise ₦4 trillion through Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) bond auctions in the third quarter of 2026 as it continues to finance the country’s growing budget deficit and refinance maturing debt obligations. According to the provisional FGN third quarter 2026 bond issuance calendar released on June 29, the …

*The second African to lead the global membership organization will focus on peacebuilding and local and global challenges A Nigerian, Olayinka Hakeem Babalola, will take over as president of Rotary International on Wednesday.Babalola, the second African to lead the global membership organisation, is a member of the Rotary Club of Trans Amadi in Nigeria.A statement from Rotary International said that …

Post views: 32 By Wakawaka Sports The South East Basketball Association (SEBA) has rejected claims made by Oni Garantor in a video claiming that there were no medical staff available during the Enugu phase of the Nigeria Basketball Premier League (NBPL), describing the claim as inaccurate. In a statement made available to the media by the association’s media officer, …

In a tournament that is rewriting the history books faster than a Lionel Messi hat-trick, Africa isn’t just showing up: it’s storming into the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America! From the thunder of the Atlas Lions to the roar of the underdog Blue Sharks, the continent delivers drama, goals and rising stars that have fans around the world …

The Federal Government has launched moves to abolish the option of fines for convicted drug traffickers, proposing mandatory prison sentences of between 15 and 25 years in a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s fight against illicit drug trafficking. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency said the proposed amendment to the NDLEA law is being passed through the office of the Attorney …

By Ayo Kehinde The average cost of maintaining a healthy diet in Nigeria rose to N1,589 per adult per day in April 2026, reflecting continued increases in food prices across most food groups, according to the latest Cost of a Healthy Diet (CoHD) report released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The report showed that the daily cost increased …

Brazil have secured their place in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating a courageous Japan 2-1 in a thrilling round of 32 match.Japan stunned the five-time world champions by drawing first blood through K. Sano in the 29th minute before Brazil hit back after the break with Casemiro equalizing the score in the 56th …

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation has remitted a total of ₦950 billion to the federal government’s Consolidated Revenue Fund, with the agency expressing optimism that the figure will increase as its operations and financial performance strengthens. NDIC CEO/CEO Dr Thompson Sunday revealed this during a press conference on the company’s contribution to the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope agenda. It said …

By Victor Osula, Abuja The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has unveiled a $500 million interest-free revolving fund aimed at expanding access to affordable financing for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The agency’s director general, Charles Odii, announced the initiative, known as the Grow Fund for Small Businesses in Nigeria, during a meeting with traders, …

Lagos State is celebrating a new champion after the Knights of Lagos put in a sensational performance to defeat defending champions Abia-Warriors 47-7 and capture the Showtime Bowl XIV title on Sunday at Showtime Arena, Elegushi, Lekki. The resounding victory completed one of the greatest redemption stories in Showtime Flag Football history. After finishing as runners-up in both Showtime Bowl …