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Nigeria’s currency, the naira, strengthened against the United States dollar at the official window on Wednesday. Officially, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) foreign exchange data shows that the naira closed at N1,371.82/$1, compared with N1,386.65/$1 on Tuesday. This represents a gain of N14.83 for the local currency against the dollar. On the black market, the naira closed flat against the …

The Tanimu Turaki-led People’s Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday held a closed-door meeting with the David Mark-led African Democratic Congress (ADC). A high-level PDP delegation led by Turaki arrived at Mark’s residence at Apo Legislative Building, Abuja, on Wednesday at 4.50pm. Sources close to the party told reporters that the visit was part of the PDP’s move to form an …

Popular Nigerian singer Wizkid has lashed out at his colleague, Burna Boy, following the latter’s recent altercation with DJ Tunez in Lagos. The clash occurred during a weekly Afrobeat party held at Obi’s House in Lagos on Monday, April 6, 2026. A heated exchange between Burna Boy and DJ Tunez turned physical, with members of Burna Boy’s entourage joining the …

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed the suspension of military strikes against Iranian targets following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the two countries. The development signals a temporary pause in direct confrontation between Israel and Iran, after weeks of escalating tensions. In an official statement released on Wednesday, the Israeli military said it had stopped offensive operations …

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Anambra State has suspended all congresses in the state until further notice. The Chairman and Secretary of the ADC in the state, Mr Patrick Obianyo and Mr Lawrence Okeke, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday in Awka. The duo said the decision underscores the party’s commitment to the rule of law, due …

Judge James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Wednesday sentenced four Boko Haram terrorists to life imprisonment. The judge handed down the verdict after they pleaded guilty to the charges brought against them by the Federal Government. A witness from the Department of State Services (DSS) gave evidence against the convict during the trial. Judge Omotosho, on Tuesday, …

Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy has mocked DJ Tunez following a physical altercation at Obi’s House, a popular Afrobeats venue in Lagos on Monday. The exact cause of the clash remains unclear, although industry watchers speculate that it may be linked to ongoing tensions, particularly DJ Tunez’s close association with Wizkid. Eyewitnesses reported that members of Burna Boy’s entourage were …

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday convicted and sentenced five terrorism suspects to varying prison terms, including a 20-year sentence, as the Federal Government began a new phase of mass trials involving about 500 defendants. During the hearing before MO Olajuwon, the court remanded one of the suspects, Babagana Umar, to the custody of the Department of State …

President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to actively support security agencies, stressing that national safety depends on cooperation between citizens and law enforcement. Speaking through Vice President Kashim Shettima at the 2026 National Police Day Grand Parade in Abuja, the President said effective policing cannot be achieved without public collaboration. “The security of a country cannot depend on uniforms …

ADC chief accuses judge of bias, calls for recusal in leadership dispute The Plateau President of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mrs. Hanatu Gagara, has reaffirmed the state chapter’s support for the party leadership led by Senator David Mark. Garga told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Jos on Wednesday that Mark and Rauf Aregbesola were validly appointed as …