Dollar vs Naira: Today’s Rate Will Shock You (November 10, 2025 Update)
Nigeria’s foreign-exchange market kicked off the week with the naira trading around ₦1,436 – ₦1,437 per dollar at the official Daily Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) window on Monday, November 10 2025, according to data compiled from the FMDQ Exchange and Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reports At the parallel market, however, dealers across Lagos, […]
Ibadan Court Gives PDP Convention the All-Clear, Directs INEC to Oversee Proceedings
In a dramatic turn of events at the heart of Yoruba land, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has been given a legal green-light to proceed with its much-anticipated national convention scheduled for November 15–16, 2025, at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan. That’s according to a ruling delivered by the Oyo State High Court, sitting […]
Tinubu Requests Senate Nod for ₦1.15 Trillion Loan to Cover 2025 Budget Shortfall
President Bola Tinubu has formally written to the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, requesting approval for a fresh ₦1.15 trillion borrowing from the domestic debt market to help finance the deficit in the 2025 national budget. The letter, read during plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, explains the borrowing is aimed at bridging […]
China Warns U.S. Against Interfering in Nigeria’s Affairs
China has cautioned the United States against meddling in Nigeria’s internal matters following U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat of military action over alleged persecution of Christians. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning reaffirmed Beijing’s support for President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying China backs Nigeria’s right to pursue its […]
Wike Fires Back: Opposition Playing Dangerous Game with Christian Genocide Story
In a bold interview on Channels Television, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, firmly rejected claims of a concerted “Christian genocide” in Nigeria — calling the narrative “politically motivated” and “a case of politics taken too far.” Wike argued that the suggestion of Church‑targeted violence under the Bola Tinubu administration was absurd. “I […]
Pastor Adefarasin Dismisses U.S. Genocide Claims in Nigeria
Senior Pastor of Guiding Light Assembly, Wale Adefarasin, has downplayed recent claims by the United States about genocide against Christians in Nigeria. Reacting to comments by former U.S. President Donald Trump, Adefarasin said in a viral video that violence against Christians in parts of northern Nigeria is not new and should not be exaggerated. “For […]
Tinubu Applauds Gov Diri’s Bold Move as He Joins APC
In a major political shake‑up, Bola Tinubu has hailed the defection of Douye Diri, Governor of Bayelsa State, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as a “symbol of progress and unity.” Represented by Vice‑President Kashim Shettima at the official welcoming ceremony in Yenagoa, Tinubu praised Diri’s leadership, commitment […]
We’ll Intensify the Fight Against Terrorism — CDS Oluyede Vows to Crush Insurgents Nationwide
General Olufemi Oluyede—recently appointed as Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)—has reaffirmed the commitment of Nigeria’s armed forces to ramp up efforts in confronting terrorism and other security threats. He made the remark following his meeting with Nuhu Ribadu, National Security Adviser (NSA), on Monday. Speaking on the sidelines of the meeting, General Oluyede also responded […]
Ex-Niger Delta Agitator Hails New Service Chiefs
Former Niger Delta militant leader, General Endurance Amagbein, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on the appointment of new service chiefs, calling the move timely and necessary to tackle rising insecurity in Nigeria. In a statement from Abuja, Amagbein, also known as Adaka Boro the Second, expressed confidence in the Tinubu administration and optimism that the […]
Lagos APC Criticizes Peter Obi’s Yahoo Boys Remark
The Lagos APC has condemned former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi for calling internet fraudsters (“Yahoo boys”) “geniuses” who need redirection. In a statement, APC spokesperson Seye Oladejo described Obi’s comment as “reckless, disappointing, and morally reprehensible,” arguing it trivializes cybercrime and misleads Nigerian youths. Oladejo accused Obi of seeking political attention through such […]
