Month: July 2026
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Investors Over-Subscribe Nigerian Government Bonds by 45 Percent
Nigeria's July bond auction saw a 45 percent oversubscription, totaling N1.74 trillion in bids against a N1.2 trillion offer, signaling robust investor demand despite lower overall allotments.
NIMASA Updates Security Measures for Ports and Ships
NIMASA has implemented revised security protocols requiring vessels to submit arrival data 72 hours in advance and mandating closer coordination between ships and port facilities.
Dangote Refinery boosts fuel exports amid supply and currency hurdles
Dangote Refinery is prioritizing international fuel exports to offset severe local crude shortages and an inability to convert naira earnings into the foreign currency needed for operations.
Nigeria settles N330 billion debt to power firms and launches N729 billion bond
The Nigerian government has paid N333 billion to eight power generation companies and launched a N729 billion bond to clear legacy debts and stabilize the electricity sector.
France Legislates Social Media Prohibition for Youth Under 15
France has passed a law requiring age verification for social media users, effectively banning those under 15 from the platforms by 2027.
Former Australian Cricket Star David Warner Admits to Drink Driving
Retired Australian cricketer David Warner has pleaded guilty to drink driving after being charged in Sydney this past April.
US continues Iranian air campaign as Trump targets Pickaxe Mountain
For the 11th straight night, US forces struck Iranian targets as President Trump identified an underground nuclear site at Pickaxe Mountain as a potential future military objective.
Parents of teenager endure traumatic courtroom imagery in case against D4vd
Graphic images and evidence were presented in a Los Angeles court as the preliminary hearing began for singer David Anthony Burke, who is accused of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
Andy Burnham retreats from plans to lift tax-free personal allowance
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has signaled he will not increase the £12,570 tax-free personal allowance, citing fiscal constraints and his commitment to existing tax policies.
Prime Minister Burnham begins cabinet meetings as murder trial details emerge
New Prime Minister Andy Burnham focuses his initial cabinet meeting on cost-of-living policies while legal proceedings reveal horrific details about the murder of Ann Widdecombe.