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Peter Obi Laments Nigerians in SA Reject Returning Home
Peter Obi says many Nigerians facing xenophobic pressure in South Africa rejected offers to return home, insisting life in Nigeria is still harder. He faulted the government for failing to protect citizens abroad and warned about Nigeriaβs security crisis.
Football
Moffi Confident as Super Eagles Face Zimbabwe in London
Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi says Nigeria will defeat Zimbabwe in Tuesdayβs Unity Cup semi-final in London as Eric Chelle warns players against complacency ahead of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers.
Politics
Jonathan Cleared to Contest 2027 Presidential Poll
A Federal High Court in Abuja has cleared former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest the 2027 presidential election, ending a legal challenge that sought to bar him from the race.
Foreign Relations
Arnold Slams Obi-Kwankwaso Ticket as Potential Disaster
Former US mayor Mike Arnold has blasted any possible Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso ticket for 2027, calling it a βnational disasterβ in a long post on X that mixed praise for Obi with sharp attacks on Kwankwaso.
Islam
Eid-el-Kabir: FG Declares May 27, 28 Public Holidays
The Federal Government has declared May 27 and 28, 2026, as public holidays for Eid-el-Kabir. Kano State has also approved β¦20,000 for civil servants ahead of the festival.
National Discourse
Wabara Praises Ottiβs Azumini Seaport Plan and Ariaria Remodel
Former Senate President Adolphus Wabara has praised Governor Alex Ottiβs proposed Azumini seaport and the remodelling of Ariaria International Market. He said both projects could open new trade routes, attract investment and lift Abiaβs economy.
Ogun Illegal Mining: Court Orders Final Forfeiture
A Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the final forfeiture of mining assets recovered from suspected illegal miners in Ogun State, including vehicles, mica, lithium stones and a 40-foot container.
Health & Education
Opinions
Opinion: “How Opposition Tinubu Would Treat President Tinubu” – By Farooq Kperogi
In this column, the author contrasts President Tinubu's current governance with his fierce opposition playbook against past leaders. What if Tinubu faced Tinubu? A revealing look at hypocrisy, strategy, and the opposition's failure to fight fire with fire.
Interviews
Interview: Ex-Trump National Security Adviser Insists, βNothing to Negotiate with Tehranβ
As the war in the Middle East enters its fourth day, former US National Security Adviser John Bolton has defended Washingtonβs military actions against...
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 US Dollar United States | 1 |
 Euro European Union | 0.8597 |
 British Pound United Kingdom | 0.7437 |
 Nigerian Naira Nigeria | 1,373.26 |
 Japanese Yen Japan | 159.3096 |
 Brazilian Real Brazil | 5.043 |
 UAE Dirham UAE | 3.6725 |
 Canadian Dollar Canada | 1.3812 |
 Chinese Yuan (offshore) China | 6.7859 |
 Russian Ruble Russia | 71.978 |
 South African Rand South Africa | 16.3598 |
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