Two young girls related to Boko Haram insurgents escape to safety in Borno
Two sisters related to Boko Haram fighters have escaped from a terrorist enclave in the Mandara Mountains and surrendered to Nigerian troops in Gwoza, Borno State.
Living Beneath the M4: How Port Talbot Residents Embrace Their Concrete Canopy
For some residents in Port Talbot, the M4 motorway is a backyard feature, providing a reliable shield from the elements and a unique sense of community.
Lionel Scaloni dismisses rumors of Argentina squad unrest following World Cup final loss
Lionel Scaloni has refuted allegations of internal conflict within the Argentine squad after their 1-0 loss to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.
Nigeria expects 300,000 bpd increase via 2026 licensing bid round
The Nigerian government is targeting a production increase of 300,000 barrels per day through its latest oil block licensing round, with plans already underway for a follow-up 2026 bid phase.
Pentagon Reports Nearly 100 US Troops Injured Amid Regional Tensions
The Pentagon disclosed that nearly 100 US troops were injured during recent escalations with Iran, even as Houthi rebels threatened a maritime blockade.
Wednesday morning update: 10 key headlines from Nigeria
This morning's summary covers the Defence Minister's denial of resignation rumors, a fatal attack in Anambra, central bank interest rate decisions, and the rescue of students from an illegal university in Lagos.
Shettima: Strong Governance Is Essential for Nigeria’s $1 Trillion Economy
Vice President Kashim Shettima warned that Nigeria cannot reach its $1 trillion economic target without prioritizing corporate governance and ethical regulatory compliance.
Central Bank of Nigeria keeps interest rate at 26.5% amid geopolitical concerns
The CBN has held its benchmark interest rate at 26.5% citing global risks linked to Middle East tensions, while reporting that external reserves have grown to $52.5 billion.
Naira Gains Strength Against Dollar in Parallel and Official Markets
The Naira strengthened to N1,409 per dollar in the parallel market and improved to N1,374.5 in the official NFEM as trading turnover increased.
House Committee Demands Answers From National Security Adviser Regarding PFIPC Oversight
The House of Representatives has summoned the National Security Adviser to explain why the illegal Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council was allowed to continue its operations after being flagged.