Presidency Denies Withholding ₦250bn NLNG Dividends for Each State
The Presidency has dismissed claims that the Federal Government is withholding ₦250 billion in Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) dividends meant for each of Nigeria’s 36 states, describing the allegation as false and economically unrealistic. Presidential…
Former Delta State Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan Dies at 71
Former Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, is dead. He died on the morning of Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71, after a brief illness. The Uduaghan family announced his death in a statement signed by Toju Andre Uduaghan on…
Udinese Boss Runjaic Backs Maduka Okoye Despite 3-0 Defeat to Lecce
Udinese manager Kosta Runjaic has praised Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye following the club’s 3-0 defeat to Lecce in Serie A on Sunday, expressing confidence in the Nigerian despite the team’s disappointing performance. Okoye retained his place in…
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, October 19, 2026: Official and Black Market Rates
The dollar to naira exchange rate today, Monday, October 19, 2026, opened the new trading week at approximately ₦1,333.54 per dollar in the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), according to the figures provided. In the parallel market, also…
Jesse Eisenberg Says Razzie Win Hurt His Hollywood Career and Shut Him Out of Studio Movies
Jesse Eisenberg is opening up about how winning a Razzie Award for his portrayal of Lex Luthor in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice affected his Hollywood career, claiming the satirical honor made it harder for him to land roles in major studio films.…
Oba Ewuare II Adopts 8-Year-Old Chess Prodigy, Pledges to Fund Education and Welfare
The Oba of Benin, Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, has adopted an eight-year-old chess prodigy, Emmanuella Omoragbon, as a child of the palace after being impressed by her performance during the opening ceremony of the Royal Rapid Chess…
2027 Election: Paul Alaje Urges Presidential Candidates to Prioritise Productivity
Economist Paul Alaje has urged candidates contesting Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election to present concrete economic policies aimed at boosting national productivity, warning that neglecting economic output could undermine the country’s economy. Alaje,…
Onafriq Shuts Down Baxi Agent Banking Business in Nigeria Amid Rising Costs
Onafriq, a major African financial technology company, has announced the closure of its Baxi agent banking business in Nigeria, citing rising operating costs, persistent inflation, naira depreciation and intensifying competition in the digital payments…
Canada Announces Express Entry Changes for 2026, Offering Up to 100 Extra PR Points for High-Wage Jobs
Canada has announced changes to its Express Entry immigration system that will introduce additional permanent residence (PR) points for eligible candidates with qualifying Canadian work experience or job offers in high-wage occupations from November 3,…
2027 Election: Makinde’s Camp Predicts Tinubu Will Lose in 12 States
The camp of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) presidential candidate, Seyi Makinde, has predicted that President Bola Tinubu could lose in 12 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) during the 2027 presidential election. The group attributed its…
