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The Federal Government has declared Thursday, October 1, 2026, a public holiday to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary. The declaration means workers across the country will observe the anniversary as a work-free day as Nigerians commemorate the country’s independence from British colonial rule. Nigeria gained independence on October 1, 1960, making the 2026 celebration the…
The United States Supreme Court has temporarily cleared the way for the administration of President Donald Trump to resume deporting migrants to countries other than their own, as a major legal battle over the policy continues. In a decision issued on Tuesday, September 29, the Supreme Court granted the Trump administration’s emergency request to put…
Global bond markets are coming under renewed pressure as investors contend with rising inflation concerns, elevated energy costs, heavy government borrowing and expectations that interest rates could remain higher for longer. The latest market moves have put government borrowing costs at multi-year highs, with the world’s major sovereign bond markets heading toward one of their…
Qatar has stepped up diplomatic efforts to bridge differences between the United States and Iran as negotiations aimed at ending their seven-month-old war remain uncertain. Qatari officials confirmed on Tuesday that Doha is continuing to relay messages between Washington and Tehran, with meetings and exchanges taking place as part of a renewed attempt to find…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed 3,000 personnel across the Federal Capital Territory ahead of Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary celebrations. The deployment is part of intensified security arrangements aimed at protecting lives and property during the Independence Day celebrations on October 1. NSCDC personnel have been deployed to strategic locations across Abuja,…
The House of Representatives has approved an extension of the implementation period for the capital component of Nigeria’s 2025 budget. The deadline, which was previously set for September 30, 2026, has now been extended to December 31, 2026. The extension is expected to give ministries, departments and agencies additional time to complete capital projects and…
Nigeria is set to strengthen its digital communication infrastructure with the development of a new telecommunications satellite, NigComSat-2A. The Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) has entered into an agreement with Thales Alenia Space for the development of the new satellite, which is expected to improve connectivity across Nigeria and other parts of Africa. The planned…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to address Nigerians in a nationwide broadcast on Thursday, October 1, as the country marks its 66th Independence Anniversary. The broadcast is part of the Federal Government’s programme for the 2026 Independence celebrations, which have been designed as a relatively low-key commemoration. Nigeria gained independence from British colonial rule…
The Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria has called for stronger Nigerian leadership in developing and implementing home-grown solutions to the country’s sickle cell burden. The foundation made the call as concerns continue over the challenges faced by people living with sickle cell disorder, including access to appropriate healthcare, diagnosis, treatment, counselling and long-term support. The organisation’s…
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has attracted widespread attention after recalling his early involvement in Christian ministry, saying he began “casting out demons” when he was about 17 or 18 years old. The governor made the statement while speaking during a church service at The VOTAGE Church, also known as Voice of This Age, at…