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Nigeria’s external reserves crossed the $53 billion mark for the first time in more than 17 years, rising to $53.11 billion as of August 24 from $45.57 billion at the start of 2026. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed gross external reserves at $53.112 billion as of August 24, 2026, the strongest position recorded since January 2009. The latest level puts the reserve stock close to the $53.25 billion recorded on January 12, 2009, marking a significant recovery in Nigeria’s capacity to meet foreign currency obligations and respond to pressures in the foreign exchange market. Reserves have increased…

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to commence the reconstruction of the Warri-Sapele-Benin section of the East-West Road in Delta State. The NDDC Managing Director, Samuel Ogbuku, was quoted as saying this in a report published by The Guardian Newspaper on Saturday. The report said Mr Ogbuku stated this during an inspection of the road, following persistent complaints about the deteriorating condition of the major highway. However, the newspaper did not specify when the inspection took place. Tinubu’s Directive Mr Ogbuku said the directive followed an inspection of the Benin-Agbor and Benin-Warri corridors by the Minister of Works, David…

The police in Rivers State have detained an officer and members of his team following the alleged shooting of a motorist, Anthony Obodo, during an altercation in the state. In a statement posted on its Facebook page on Friday, the police spokesperson in the state, Blessing Agabe, said the incident occurred on Thursday and resulted in the death of Mr Obodo and injuries to two passersby. Police give details According to the police, preliminary information indicated that an altercation occurred between Mr Obodo and one of the police officers before a fracas ensued, during which a gun was fired. The officer, identified as “Alfred…

News » Premier League news » Aston Villa newsAugust 29, 2026 21:39 GMT (UK), by Sri Aswin View Aston Villa transfer targets Maatsen enquiry made by United Manchester United have made a late approach for Aston Villa left-back Ian Maatsen, according to Sky Sports. The Red Devils currently have Luke Shaw as their undisputed left-back, but they need some cover in the department.With the extra workload of the Champions League, United are wary about the lack of depth, considering Shaw’s injury record.Patrick Dorgu has been defensively vulnerable as a deputy.Sky Sports today claim that the Red Devils made an enquiry for Maatsen this week,…

Key pointsMore than 5,600 cases and 2,700 deaths in six affected provinces in DRC since the outbreak began in mid-MayThe World Health Organization (WHO) believes it has slowed its spread, but has not yet managed to reverse the current trendPrevention work has already begun in neighbouring Burundi, according to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)“The challenge is immense,” he said, noting 500 new cases are being reported every week while the humanitarian response remains only 48 per cent funded. Estimates show current resources will last only weeks, not months, as the epidemic spreads faster than the response to…

For more than a decade, Apple has, for the most part, released all the phones in its latest iPhone lineup at the same time. For the iPhone 18, though, it’s rumored to be different.  Apple may split the launch of the latest iPhones, staggering a handful of devices for release in spring next year, while the more premium iPhone Pro and the much-anticipated rumored foldable iPhone Ultra will debut in September, according to Bloomberg.  The new iPhones will reportedly ship with smaller dynamic islands, and the cameras may feature a variable aperture — a total geek win for photography enthusiasts.…

Victor Munoz struck late to rescue a 2-2 draw for Liverpool against Nottingham Forest as Andoni Iraola avoided defeat in his first match in charge at Anfield on Saturday. Forest looked set to secure a third consecutive victory at Anfield after Dan Ndoye and Morgan Gibbs-White’s penalty twice put the visitors ahead. Alexander Isak brought Liverpool level early in the second half, but the hosts needed another late intervention from Munoz to salvage a point and ensure Iraola remained unbeaten after his opening two games in charge. Iraola had hoped for a memorable occasion in his first match at Liverpool’s…

By Adedapo Adesanya The NASD Over-the-Counter (OTC) Securities Exchange weakened further by 0.53 per cent on Friday, August 28. Yesterday, the market capitalisation lost N13.57 billion in value to close at N2.542 trillion compared with the previous day’s N2.556 trillion, while the NASD Security Index (NSI) dipped further by 22.60 points to 4,235.91 points from 4,258.51 points. The bourse ended the trading session on Friday with two price gainers and three price losers, led by 11 Plc, which improved by 20 Kobo to quote at N220.20 per share from N220.00 per share, and Food Concepts Plc strengthened by 10 Kobo…

Niger’s ruling junta said Saturday it “gradually took back control” after mutinying soldiers attacked key sites around the capital including the presidential palace, after the city was rocked by hours of heavy gunfire. As the clashes broke out, soldiers blocked access to the presidential palace and national television, with Tele Sahel going off air for just over an hour on Saturday morning before being restored around 10:00 am (0900 GMT). “There was an attempt by insurgents from the Nigerien armed forces to enter the presidential palace,” a security source told AFP, adding that “they were pushed back by the presidential…

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto Sokoto State Hisbah Board has dismissed as false and misleading allegations circulating on social media that the state’s religious enforcement agency has imposed restrictions on Christian worship and practices. The Board, in a strongly worded statement issued on Saturday in Sokoto by its Commandant, Dr. Usman Abdullahi Jatau, described the allegations as a deliberate attempt to distort the mandate of the agency, undermine public confidence and inflame religious sentiments in a state noted for its long-standing tradition of peaceful coexistence. The controversy followed claims circulated by a blogger identified as @radical.okoja.bia and others, alleging that the…