Naira Abuse is driving up printing cost - CBN Warns

Naira Abuse and the Soaring Cost of Currency: A Wake-Up Call from the CBN

In a sobering revelation that underscores the financial and symbolic toll of currency mishandling, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a stern warning: the abuse of the naira is driving up the cost of printing and replacing banknotes at an alarming rate.

This caution came during the launch of a nationwide sensitisation campaign held in Abuja, themed “Naira Our Pride: Handle with Care,” aimed at instilling respect for the national currency and encouraging behavioural change.

Lagos State Government Gives Computer Village Traders 18 months To Relocate

A New Chapter for Computer Village: Lagos State's 18-Month Relocation Mandate

In a decisive move that marks a turning point for one of Nigeria’s most iconic tech marketplaces, the Lagos State Government has issued an 18-month ultimatum to traders at Computer Village in Ikeja to relocate to a new, purpose-built site in Katangowa, located within the Agbado/Oke-Odo Local Council Development Area.

This directive, announced during a stakeholders’ engagement led by Gbolahan Oki, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, signals the culmination of a relocation plan that has been in gestation since 2006.

Nigeria Demands Security Council Seat, Global Debt Action At UNGA 80

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Nigeria’s Bold Call for Global Reform at UNGA 80

At the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Nigeria emerged as a vocal advocate for sweeping global reforms, demanding a permanent seat on the UN Security Council and urgent action on sovereign debt relief.

Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, who delivered President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s national statement, Nigeria’s delegation laid out a compelling vision for a more inclusive and equitable international order.

FOCI 69TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING - Construction Experts Assure of Commitment To Quality Service Delivery

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FOCI 69th Annual General Meeting - Construction Experts Reaffirm Commitment to Quality Service Delivery

Abuja, Nigeria - The Federation of Construction Industry (FOCI), Nigeria’s leading umbrella body for building and civil engineering contractors, convened its 69th Annual General Meeting in Abuja with a resounding message: unwavering commitment to quality service delivery and fair recognition in the nation’s infrastructure development.

Presiding over the event, Chief Vincent Barrah, President and Chairman of FOCI’s Governing Council, emphasized the enduring legacy and technical excellence of member companies. He highlighted that many roads constructed by FOCI members have remained functional for decades, some lasting 20 to 40 years, underscoring the durability and reliability of their work.

NIGERIA GOVERNANCE - Gov. Diri, Bishop Kukah Fault Nigeria's Federalism

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NIGERIA GOVERNANCE - Gov. Diri, Bishop Kukah Fault Nigeria's Federalism

In a compelling critique of Nigeria’s political structure, Bayelsa State Governor Senator Douye Diri and Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Hassan Kukah, have jointly decried the country’s flawed federalism, citing ethnicity, weak institutions, and disregard for the rule of law as persistent obstacles to democratic progress.

Their remarks were delivered at the third Annual Memorial Public Lecture held at Niger Delta University in Southern Ijaw, Bayelsa State, in honor of Dr. Ayebakepreye Amba Ambaiowei, a revered advocate for minority rights and one of the state’s founding figures.

RESTRUCTURING NIGERIA - Omeha, Others Advocate Regional Government

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Restructuring Nigeria- Omehia, Others Advocate Regional Government

In a bold and timely intervention, former Rivers State Governor Sir Celestine Ngozichim Omehia has reignited the national discourse on restructuring Nigeria, calling for a return to regional government as a pathway to unity, equity, and sustainable development.

This renewed advocacy was powerfully articulated during the public presentation of his latest book, Restructuring Nigeria: The Way Forward, launched in Abuja on September 24, 2025.

Examining Reasons Behind Call for the Resignation of Joe Ajaero

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Examining Reasons Behind the Call for the Resignation of Joe Ajaero

In recent months, the Nigerian labour movement has found itself embroiled in a storm of internal discord, culminating in fervent calls for the resignation of Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC).

These demands, voiced by veteran labour leaders and echoed by factions within the Labour Party, reflect a growing discontent with the leadership style and perceived priorities of Ajaero amid Nigeria’s deepening socio-economic challenges.

FG Revokes 1,263 Mineral Licenses for Annual Service Fee Defaulters

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FG Revokes 1,263 Mineral Licenses Over Annual Service Fee Defaults

In a sweeping move to sanitize Nigeria’s mining sector, the Federal Government has revoked 1,263 mineral licenses due to non-compliance with annual service fee obligations.

This decisive action, announced by the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, marks a significant milestone in the Tinubu administration’s ongoing reforms aimed at curbing speculative practices and fostering genuine investment in the solid minerals industry.

President Tinubu Confers National Honours on Ogoni 4, Backs Oil Resumption

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Tinubu Honours Ogoni Four, Signals Oil Resumption in Historic Reconciliation Move

In a landmark gesture of reconciliation and national healing, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has posthumously conferred the prestigious Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) honours on four late Ogoni leaders, Albert Badey, Edward Kobani, Theophilus Orage, and Samuel Orageco llectively known as the “Ogoni Four.”

This symbolic act, announced during the presentation of the Ogoni Consultations Committee’s report at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, marks a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s efforts to mend decades-old wounds stemming from environmental activism and political unrest in Ogoniland.

FG Unveils Official Theme for Nigeria's 2025 Independence Anniversary

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FG Unveils Official Theme for Nigeria's 2025 Independence Anniversary

In a symbolic gesture of unity and forward momentum, the Federal Government of Nigeria has officially unveiled the theme for the nation’s 65th Independence Anniversary: “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation.”

The announcement was made on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, through a statement issued by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF). 

Five communities in Kogi submerged by flood

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Flood Submerges Five Communities in Kogi State

In a devastating turn of events, five communities in the Ibaji Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria, have been completely submerged by floodwaters, triggering widespread displacement and urgent emergency response efforts.

The affected communities, Ota, Ofogbo, Itima, Owara, and one unnamed locality, lie within the eastern senatorial district of the state, an area particularly vulnerable due to its proximity to the confluence of the Rivers Niger and Benue.

Arise News Anchors Dissect Nigeria’s Political and Economic Fault Lines

Nigeria’s Political Crossroads: Democracy, Allegiances, and Economic Realities

In a charged episode of The Morning Show, Arise News delivers a compelling editorial tableau of Nigeria’s current political and economic climate.

The broadcast opens with a rebuttal from the presidency to incendiary claims made by former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai, who accused President Bola Tinubu of harboring ambitions to become a life president. Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga swiftly dismissed the allegations as “baseless and absurd,” framing El-Rufai’s remarks as political mischief designed to destabilize Tinubu’s re-election prospects.

ALL ABOUT THE CBN MONETARY POLICY COMMITTEE BRIEFING, SEPTEMBER 23, 2025

CBN MONETARY POLICY COMMITTEE BRIEFING | 23 SEPTEMBER 2025

In a pivotal moment for Nigeria’s economic trajectory, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) convened its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) briefing on September 23, 2025, streamed live on National Television.

This briefing, set against the backdrop of persistent inflationary pressures and global economic uncertainty, offered a comprehensive overview of the CBN’s policy stance and strategic direction.