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Forest routes are fueling kidnappings across South-West

Forests and porous borders across Oyo, Osun, Ogun and Ekiti are fueling a wave of South-West kidnappings, a Saturday PUNCH investigation has revealed.

Marafa Secures NDC Governorship Ticket in Zamfara

KEY POINTS Senator Kabiru Marafa has emerged as the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) governorship...

CBN closes bank recapitalization with N4.65trn fresh capital

The Central Bank of Nigeria has concluded the Nigeria bank recapitalization programme, with 33 deposit money banks raising a combined N4.65 trillion in fresh capital over 24 months.

CBN Cuts Interest Rate to 26.5% as Inflation Eases

KEY POINTS The CBN reduced its benchmark interest rate from 27% to 26.5%, signaling...

CBN Holds Benchmark Interest Rate at 27 Percent

The Central Bank of Nigeria has held its benchmark rate at 27 percent, keeping pressure on inflation while signaling caution on economic risks.

Foreign Investors Back Nigeria’s Reform-Driven Economic Outlook

Investors at a Washington forum back Nigeria’s economic reforms, citing stronger FX markets, record reserves, and sustainable growth targets.

Naira Holds Steady as Dollar Trades Around ₦1,472 Amid Market Jitters

The dollar to naira exchange rate today steadies at ₦1,472, supported by improved liquidity and cautious CBN intervention.

Naira Strengthens to 1,518 Per Dollar on Parallel Market

Naira rises in parallel market to ₦1,518 as central bank oversight and dollar flows ease speculative pressure.

Cardoso Calls for Skilled Graduates to Strengthen Finance Sector

CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso stresses the need for more skilled finance graduates to drive Nigeria’s economic growth, calling for enhanced collaboration with academic institutions.

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Forest routes are fueling kidnappings across South-West

Forests and porous borders across Oyo, Osun, Ogun and Ekiti are fueling a wave of South-West kidnappings, a Saturday PUNCH investigation has revealed.

Marafa Secures NDC Governorship Ticket in Zamfara

KEY POINTS Senator Kabiru Marafa has emerged as the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) governorship...

Tinubu at Three Years: Nigeria on the Path to Recovery Despite Challenges

KEY POINTS President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria is undergoing difficult but necessary reforms that...

Teachers, Pupils’ Abduction Sparks Protest in Oyo

KEY POINTS Teachers and civil society groups staged a peaceful protest in Ibadan Protesters...