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Investors in the Nigerian equity market earned N208 billion at the close of trading on Tuesday. Stocks return from Easter holidays in a bullish mood. This follows a surge in the prices of shares such as Trans-Exp, Omatek and Cadbury, among others, on the stock exchange floor. The benchmark All-Share Index (ASI) index increased to 202,023.1 points from 201,698.89 points …

Harry Kane celebrates with his teammate Harry Kane marked his return from injury with a stunning goal as Bayern Munich took the lead in their Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid with an impressive first-leg win at the Bernabeu. Kane, watched by England coach Thomas Tuchel, returned to the field after the small problem that forced him to miss the …

Nigeria’s currency, the naira, slumped further against the United States dollar at the official window on Tuesday. Officially, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) foreign exchange data shows that the naira closed at N1,386.65/$1, compared with N1,380.79/$1 on Thursday. This represents a loss of N5.86 for the local currency against the dollar. On the black market, the naira closed flat against …

Real Madrid lost 2-1 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League tie against Bayern Munich at the Bernabeu on Tuesday evening. In another Champions League quarter-final tie, Arsenal scored a late goal to seal a 1-0 win over Sporting in Portugal. More to follow…

Nnpc The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has expanded Nigeria’s crude oil supply with the successful introduction of a new blend, Cawthorne, into the international market. The company’s head of corporate communications, Andy Odeh, made this known in a statement released to journalists on Tuesday. Odeh confirmed that the first shipment had already been exported. According to the statement, …

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared John Ekuma wanted for alleged fraud. The Commission disclosed this in a public notice issued on Tuesday and signed by the Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale. The EFCC listed the suspect’s last known address as 13/14 Ligali Ayomide Street, Victoria Island, Lagos State. The statement read: “The public is …

The Kano State House of Assembly has withdrawn its notice of impeachment against former Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdulsalam, following his voluntary resignation. The decision follows a motion tabled by the Majority Leader, Lawan Hussaini, in the plenary session presided over by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Jibril Isma’il, on Tuesday in Kano. Speaking to journalists after the hearing, …

At 78, David Alechenu Bonaventure Mark stands as one of Nigeria’s most enduring public service figures, an embodiment of discipline, resilience and unwavering commitment to national stability. Officer and gentleman, soldier and astute politician, Mark’s life journey reflects goals and accomplishments. Born on 8 April 1948 in Otukpo, Benue State, his early years were shaped by rigorous military training at …

The Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) has arrested 20 foreign nationals in Kano State. The foreigner was arrested in Danbare area of ​​Kumbotso Local Government Area of ​​the state. The NSCDC Commander in the state, Mohammed Hassan-Agalama, disclosed this at a press conference on Tuesday in Kano. He said the suspects, who hail from Sudan, Chad and other …

By: Ademola Abayomi Beşiktaş have confirmed that Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi suffered a hamstring injury during Sunday’s Istanbul derby against Fenerbahçe. The Nigerian midfielder was sent off in the 85th minute and has since begun treatment with the club’s medical team after an MRI confirmed the injury. Ndidi had previously been booked in the 52nd …