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[UPDATED] Nigeria’s economy accelerates to 3.89% in Q1 2026, but oil drag, services weakness curb momentum Contrary to our previous report on the slowdown, Nigeria’s real GDP actually grew by 3.89% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, an acceleration from 3.13% in the first quarter of 2025, according to a report from the National Bureau of Statistics, NBS. The …

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Poor conditions in Gaza, characterized by continued violence, rodent attacks and the spread of infectious diseases, are exacerbated by blockages preventing vital medical supplies from entering the territory. ‘I feel like I’m in prison’ Umm Ahmad lives with her family in a camp in the western part of Gaza City, where she arrived after a refugee trip that forced her …

American-born defensive midfielder, Samuel Falomo, has exclusively revealed his dream of representing Nigeria at senior international level. The 20-year-old, who was born in the United States and is eligible to play for both the United States and Nigeria, says his heart is set on wearing the green and white jersey of the Super Eagles. Falomo, who currently plays for Romanian …

The Katsina State Government has suspended a former Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Community Development to Governor Dikko Radda, Nura Aliyu-Garwa, linked to an alleged kidnapping syndicate. Commissioner for Information and Culture, Dr. Bala Salisu-Zango, disclosed this in a statement issued to journalists in Katsina on Monday. The statement said the suspected aide was suspended from office before seeking an …

Good luck Jonathan The Federal High Court in Abuja has declared former President Goodluck Jonathan fit to contest the 2027 presidential election, dismissing a suit that sought to stop him from returning to the ballot. Judge Peter Lifu, who handed down the ruling on Tuesday, described the case as an abuse of judicial process, pointing out that the question of …

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At least four people are believed to have died, and at least 80 people were injured. According to Ukrainian authorities, dozens of residential buildings, several schools and water supply facilities were hit, and a market was set on fire. 13-year-old Vanya, whose apartment in Kiev was the target of the attack, managed to escape unharmed. “I really hope my neighbors …

Post views: 37 By Silvernews Mbaise Policy Roundtable (MPR) Chairman Eddie Oparaoji has commended Fresh Air Academy founder Emeka Dozie for his innovative approach to education and commitment to nurturing future leaders. Prof. Oparaoji delivered the eulogy during a recent visit to Fresh Air Academy, Owerri, where he toured the school’s facilities and interacted with the management, staff and …

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has scheduled the make-up exercise for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination on Saturday, June 13, 2026. JAMB Public Communication Consultant Fabian Benjamin said the roundup is for candidates who were biometrically verified in the main exam but could not take it due to technical or other issues. It also includes candidates whose results …