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FG Accuse SA Govt of Not Doing Enough to Protect Nigerians
The Federal Government has expressed strong displeasure over the treatment of Nigerians in South Africa. Minister of Foreign Affairs Bianca Ojukwu said Nigerians are being harassed, intimidated, and businesses attacked with inadequate response from authorities.
National Discourse
Moghalu Links Nigeria Terror Crisis to the Question of Nationhood
Kingsley Moghalu says Nigeria’s terror crisis reflects weak nationhood, poor governance and failing state capacity. He calls for root-cause solutions.
Transportation
Tinubu Approves $500 Million To Rebuild Lagos Airport – Keyamo
Minister Festus Keyamo says President Bola Tinubu has approved $500 million to rebuild Lagos airport and position it as a major aviation hub in Africa, saying the airport will be modernised within 22 months.
Foreign Relations
Nigerians Spend Over ₦50bn On US Visas as Approvals Fall
Nigerians spent over ₦50bn on US visa applications between 2023 and 2024, even as approvals fell by 23 per cent under tighter immigration rules.
Legislature
House Summons Defence Minister, Service Chiefs Over Security Funds
The House of Representatives has passed a resolution to summon the Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, service chiefs, the Inspector General of Police, and the DSS Director-General to outline details of funds released to security agencies in the last six months.
Transport
Transport Fares and Travel Guide: Enugu to Major Cities
Travelling from Enugu to major cities across Nigeria has become an important consideration for business owners, traders, students, job seekers and families. Transport fares...
Nigeria Forex Inflows Rise 31% To $3.7B In May 2026
Nigeria’s forex inflows rose 31% to $3.7B in May 2026 as oil proceeds and domestic supply strengthened the naira to ₦1,372/$. Reserves rebounded to $49.6B.
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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, “Nothing to Negotiate with Tehran”
As the war in the Middle East enters its fourth day, former US National Security Adviser John Bolton has defended Washington’s military actions against...
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| Currency | Price |
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 US Dollar United States | 1 |
 Euro European Union | 0.8663 |
 British Pound United Kingdom | 0.7472 |
 Nigerian Naira Nigeria | 1,359.84 |
 Japanese Yen Japan | 160.4096 |
 Brazilian Real Brazil | 5.1808 |
 UAE Dirham UAE | 3.6725 |
 Canadian Dollar Canada | 1.3954 |
 Chinese Yuan (offshore) China | 6.7801 |
 Russian Ruble Russia | 71.9772 |
 South African Rand South Africa | 16.5274 |
| US Dollar United States | 1 |
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Bayelsa’s Tamunosoye Karibi-George Wins Miss World Nigeria 2026
Tamunosoye Karibi-George representing Bayelsa State has emerged Miss World Nigeria 2026. The 26-year-old will represent Nigeria at Miss World Festival in Vietnam August-September.
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Annie Macaulay Returns to Acting, Announces New Film in Enugu
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Yul Edochie warn men should leave immediately if they catch their wives cheating, warning that forgiveness can only lead to worse developments later.
Frank Edoho Heads to Court, Denies Ex-Wife’s Allegations of Abuse
Frank Edoho has denied domestic violence and infidelity allegations by his ex-wife, Sandra Onyenucheya, saying the matter is now in court and that the truth will prevail.
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