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CBN Retains Interest Rate at 26.5% as MPC Adopts Cautious Stance on Inflation

July 22, 2026July 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has retained the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 26.5 per cent, opting for a cautious approach to inflation management amid renewed global uncertainties and persistent domestic price pressures. Announcing the decision after the committee’s meeting, the Governor of the CBN and Chairman of […]

Edo Closes Case Against Four Suspected Kidnappers, Defence Opens Friday

July 22, 2026July 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government has concluded its prosecution in the trial of four suspected kidnappers after calling seven witnesses before a special court established to handle kidnapping and cult-related offences in the state. The defendants—Marvellous Isaac (32), Wisdom Michael (36), Rufus Emete Michael (30), and Gift Raphael (27)—are standing trial over the alleged abduction of […]

Ize-Iyamu Must Respect the Governor, While APC Must Resist Gambling with Edo South

May 22, 2026May 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

It would have been easy to ignore the recent political developments in Edo State, especially the outcome of the just-concluded APC Edo South Senatorial District primary election, and remain focused on highlighting the developmental achievements of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration. However, that is no longer possible, as the governor’s name has been unnecessarily dragged into […]

Tuchel Set to Drop Foden, Palmer and Alexander-Arnold from England’s World Cup Squad

May 22, 2026May 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Phil Foden and Cole Palmer are reportedly among several high-profile stars expected to miss out on Thomas Tuchel’s England squad for the upcoming World Cup, according to reports released on Friday. Trent Alexander-Arnold of Real Madrid is also tipped to be left out, while Ivan Toney could make a surprise return to the squad following […]

Enabulele Flags Off “Discovering Tomorrow’s Stars” Talent Hunt in Benin

May 22, 2026May 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

By JUMOKE ARIYO The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Honorable Desmond Enabulele, has officially declared open the 2026 Discovering Tomorrow’s Stars Grassroots Talent Hunt Programme.The program which was held at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City on Thursday reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to grassroots sports development. Enabulele described the initiative […]

Ijaw, Urhobo Leaders Hail INEC’s Release of Warri Delineation Report

May 22, 2026May 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Ijaw and Urhobo leaders have commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for releasing the final report of the ward delineation exercise in the Warri Federal Constituency. Speaking during a joint media briefing, leaders of both ethnic nationalities expressed satisfaction with the final report on the Supreme Court-ordered delineation of electoral wards and polling units […]

Why Ned Nwoko Lost APC Primary to Okowa — Aniagwu

May 22, 2026May 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Commissioner for Works, Rural Roads and Public Information in Delta State, Charles Aniagwu, has explained why Senator Ned Nwoko allegedly lost the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election to former Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television, Aniagwu said Nwoko’s defeat was largely due to what he described as the […]

TROOPS OF 4 BRIGADE BUST KIDNAPPERS’ HIDEOUTS, ARREST 12 SUSPECTS IN OWAN EAST AND ESAN SOUTH-EAST LGAs OF EDO STATE

May 21, 2026May 21, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Troops of 4 Brigade, under two Division Nigerian Army, in conjunction with the other security agencies and the Edo State Security Corps, arrested a total of 12 suspected kidnappers during clearance operations that started on May 12, 2026 in Owan East and Esan South-East Local Government Areas of Edo State. During the operation, code-named Operation […]