Month: July 2026
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NDLEA Chairman Proposes Mandatory Drug Testing for Prospective Spouses
NDLEA boss Mohammed Buba Marwa is pushing for mandatory pre-marriage drug testing to help protect families and reduce the rate of last-minute wedding cancellations caused by substance abuse.
European Union to Open Diplomatic Office in Muscat
The EU is expanding its diplomatic presence in the Gulf by opening a permanent mission in Muscat, following an agreement signed by Kaja Kallas and Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi.
Central Bank confirms lower denomination naira notes remain valid currency
Governor Olayemi Cardoso reaffirms that small denomination naira notes remain valid currency, citing supply and demand as the primary reason for their current scarcity.
Morgan Rogers Expresses Joy Over Move to Chelsea
Morgan Rogers has finalized his transfer to Chelsea from Aston Villa, signing a contract that lasts through 2033.
Folashade Ijamilusi Joins Super Falcons Training Camp Ahead of WAFCON 2026
Folashade Ijamilusi has joined the Super Falcons camp in Casablanca, leaving only Deborah Abiodun and Gift Monday expected to arrive this Wednesday.
Edo State concludes prosecution case against four kidnapping suspects
The Edo State Government has concluded its presentation of evidence against four kidnapping suspects, moving the trial toward the defense phase scheduled for July 2026.
Nigerian Naira Strengthens Against Dollar Following CBN Rate Decision on July 21, 2026
The Naira gained value in the official market on July 21, 2026, while the CBN opted to keep the interest rate unchanged at 26.50 percent.
NUPRC Selects 31 Winners for 37 Oil Blocks in Latest Licensing Round
The NUPRC has named 31 companies as winners of 37 oil and gas blocks following a competitive bidding round that drew interest from 143 firms.
Africa becomes the primary center of global hunger despite overall worldwide decline
A UN report highlights that while global hunger is on the decline, Africa has become the world's most food-insecure region, with millions still unable to access or afford nutritious diets.
Military Forces Detain Herders for Crop Destruction in Makurdi
JTF Operation Whirl Stroke soldiers apprehended herders in Makurdi for destroying farmland, while Force Commander Major General Moses Gara reinforced security efforts following a recent attack in Otukpo-Nobi.