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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has written to the House of Representatives seeking approval for three major financial proposals involving external and domestic borrowings amounting to billions of dollars, euros, and naira.In a set of letters read on Tuesday during plenary by the Speaker, Abbas Tajudeen, the president requested legislative backing for the federal government’s external borrowing rolling plan for 2025–2026, a $2 billion foreign currency bond issuance in the domestic market, and the issuance of bonds to clear outstanding pension liabilities under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). $2bn Foreign Currency Bond in Domestic MarketSPONSOR AD In the first letter, Tinubu…

Gunmen have reportedly shot dead two herders and injured a vigilante guard at a Fulani settlement in Mawogi II village under Gawu, Abaji area council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).Ibrahim Yakubu, a local security guard, said the incident happened in the early hours of Tuesday. He said the gunmen suspected to be cattle rustlers invaded herders settlement in the area.SPONSOR AD Yakubu said two of the herders who tried to resist them were gunned down.He said sounds of gunshot attracted the attention of villagers who put calls across to the vigilantes at neighboring Gawu village.He said though the gunmen…

Members of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry have been kidnapped in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State. The worshippers were abducted while returning from a Bible study session at Kasemola area of Ogbese axis of the LGA, on Monday.“Good morning, beloved. Kindly pray along with us. Three of our members were kidnapped yesterday after Bible study at Kasemola inside the Ogbese axis.“We are seeking divine intervention to secure the release of our kidnapped members. The case has been reported to the police and Amotekun Corps in the state,” read a message posted on the church’s WhatsApp’s platform.Police spokesman in…

Adizatu Dazumi, a 75-year-old female pilgrim from Edo, has died at the ongoing 2025 Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia after a brief illness.Recall that 206 pilgrims from Edo State were airlifted for the 2025 Hajj exercise in Saudi Arabia on May,15,2025.It was gathered that the deceased was from Jattu Uzairue, Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State.She was said to passed away on May 26, 2025, at King Fahad General Hospital, Makkah, after a brief illness.Musah Uduimoh, chairman of the Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, confirmed the incident on Tuesday.According to him, Ms Dazumi fell ill shortly after performing Tawaaf,…

By Emeka OnuhIn the face of increasing security threats across Nigeria, the country’s highways have not remained unscathed. Once reliable routes for movement and commerce have become increasingly vulnerable to the audacious incursions of criminals who exploit these roads to instil fear and chaos. The Nigerian government’s response has been to establish security checkpoints, which some unscrupulous elements within the security agencies have turned into opportunities to extort motorists. Among the most affected is the Abuja-Lokoja Highway—once a symbol of national connectivity but now long plagued by violent crime, kidnappings, and fear. Stretching approximately 200 kilometres, the Abuja-Lokoja Highway serves…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has vowed to eradicate bullying and protect Nigerian children, saying that violence against children and neglect have no place in Nigeria. In his message on the occasion of the 2025 National Children’s Day, the President who described the Nigerian child as the pride and future of the nation reaffirmed his “commitment to nurturing and protecting you as Nigeria’s future leaders, innovators, and changemakers.”The President said as the custodians of tomorrow’s promise, innovation, and leadership, he was committed to “safeguarding every Nigerian child, protect his rights, and nurture his dreams.”He said, “This year’s theme, ‘Stand Up, Speak Up:…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)-led Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) tightening measures have constituted significant levers pulling inflation down. By retaining the benchmark interest rate at 27.5 per cent, leaving other parameters unchanged and instituting tough liquidity control measures, the CBN has worked to curb demand and anchor inflation expectations. With strong alliance with the fiscal authorities, the apex bank under Olayemi Cardoso leadership has demonstrated foresight and deep understanding of Nigeria’s macroeconomic dynamics crucial in sustaining price and exchange rate stability in the interest of families and businesses. Domestic and global investors were all waiting for the Central Bank…

The police in Katsina State have apprehended a 23-year-old housewife, Rabi’a Labaran, for allegedly killing her co-wife in Daura Local Government Area.The command’s Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Abubakar Aliyu, made this known in a statement on Sunday in Katsina. He said the tragic incident occurred behind Dadi Primary School, Sabon Gari in Daura town, when a domestic dispute between the co-wives was suspected to have escalated into a fatal confrontation.SPONSOR AD The PPRO said, ‘’On May 24, at about 11pm, their husband, one Nasir Yusuf, reported at the Sabon Gari Division that he returned home from the market and…

Crypto never sleeps, and neither does the fear of missing out. In a year already flooded with breakout stories, two projects have dominated the narrative: Hyperliquid, the DeFi speedster shaking up liquidity, and Monero, the privacy coin that refuses to bow. But while attention clings to these veterans, a new contender has burst out of the shadows: Punisher Coin.If you’ve ever looked back at a coin and thought, “I should’ve gotten in early,” this is that moment again. Why Punisher Coin Is Leading the Charge — The Most Popular Crypto of 2025While many investors are scrambling to catch up with…

It’s June, and the altcoin scene is lighting up with new contenders, old legends, and serious money on the move. Traders are flooding into trending cryptos, hunting for those rare gems with 100x upside—and one new name is turning heads fast.Whether you’re in for the memes, the fundamentals, or the firepower, this month’s watchlist is stacked. But only one crypto is actively draining weaker tokens while fueling its own rise from the inside out. Let’s dive into the top cryptos stealing the spotlight—and who’s most likely to deliver those game-changing gains.SPONSOR AD Punisher Coin: The Aggressive New Presale With 100x…