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NiMet forecasts sunshine, haze, thunderstorms across Nigeria

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has forecast sunshine and hazy conditions across the country from Sunday to Tuesday. In its weather outlook released on Saturday in Abuja, NiMet predicted sunny conditions across the northern part of the country throughout the period, with hazy atmospheric conditions expected over the North-Central states. The agency also forecast localised morning […]

FCTA shuts FIRS, Access Bank Abuja offices over rent debt
Business

Reveal details of Nigeria-France tax MoU, Agency gives FIRS ultimatum

The Impacthive Centre for Accountability, Democracy and Rights has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Federal Inland Revenue Service to release details of key agreements and appointments, citing the Freedom of Information Act. In a letter addressed to the FIRS Executive Chairman at the agency’s Abuja headquarters, ICADAR requested that FIRS disclose specific documents and […]

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US CDC warns as mutated flu strain spreads worldwide

A new Super Flu strain is spreading across several parts of the world, prompting a warning from the United States Centres for Disease Control and Prevention. In a statement, the CDC disclosed that the newly mutated and fast-moving variant of influenza A, known as H3N2 subclade K, has become dominant in several Northern Hemisphere countries, […]

CBN fines Moniepoint, OPay ₦1bn in regulatory crackdown
Banking

CBN orders banks to configure ATMs, PoS for foreign cards

In a move aimed at ensuring uninterrupted and efficient transactions for users of foreign-issued payment cards across Nigeria, the Central Bank of Nigeria has directed banks and non-bank acquirers to configure all Automated Teller Machines, Point of Sale terminals and virtual payment platforms to accept international cards supported by Nigerian acquirers. The apex bank said […]

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UK grants visa exemption to Nigerian prison officers, others

Nigerians are among foreign nationals working as prison officers in the United Kingdom who have been granted a temporary exemption from newly introduced visa rules, as several prisons grapple with acute staffing shortages. According to a BBC report, UK prisons have increasingly relied on overseas recruits, particularly from Nigeria and Ghana, to fill staffing gaps. […]

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Travel

US halts Nigerians, others from applying for green card, citizenship

The United States government has expanded its sweeping pause on legal immigration applications to include filings from citizens of an additional 20 countries, including Nigeria, following President Donald Trump’s latest update to his “travel ban” proclamation this week. A United States official, who requested anonymity, disclosed the internal changes to CBS News, noting that the […]

Banking

Banks brace for forced mergers amid recapitalisation deadline

Nigeria’s banking industry is projected to enter a forced round of mergers and acquisitions in 2026, as lenders scramble to meet the Central Bank of Nigeria’s recapitalisation deadline. According to SBM Intelligence, consolidation is expected to define the banking landscape in 2026, driven largely by capital shortfalls across parts of the sector. The firm stated […]

Air Peace denies alleged safety protocol violations in UK
Aviation

Air Peace to resume daily Ibadan–Abuja flights December 24

Air Peace Limited has announced the resumption of daily return flights between Ibadan and Abuja, effective December 24, 2025, as part of efforts to strengthen domestic connectivity and enhance passenger convenience. The resumption follows the reopening of Ibadan Airport, which was previously closed to commercial flight operations. With flight activities now restored at the airport, […]

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Naira slides further to N1,466 as FX pressure persists

The naira closed the trading week on a weaker note at N1,466.5 to the dollar on Friday at the official foreign exchange market, extending the steady depreciation recorded throughout the week. Data published on the Central Bank of Nigeria’s website showed that the local currency weakened across five consecutive trading sessions, reflecting renewed pressure in […]

Business

FG issues first bond to clear GENCO, gas arrears

The Federal Government has launched the first bond under the Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme, a key move aimed at tackling longstanding payment arrears in Nigeria’s electricity sector. The Presidency announced the development on Friday in a statement signed by Senan Murray, Team Lead of Communications at the Office of the Special Adviser to […]