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$5B Africa Energy Bank HQ Complete in Abuja

Nigeria has completed the headquarters of the $5 billion Africa Energy Bank in Abuja. Minister Heineken Lokpobiri confirms all host obligations are met, paving the way for operations to begin. Read more.

US-Nigeria Talks on Middle Belt Peace and Security

A US Embassy delegation met President Tinubu's aide, Dr Abiodun Essiet, in Abuja to discuss peace initiatives and security collaboration in Nigeria's North Central region. Learn the key outcomes.

CBN sells $36.60m to banks amid naira depreciation

Central Bank of Nigeria intervenes in forex market with $36.60 million sale to authorized dealers including Access, UBA, Zenith banks to stabilize naira. Experts analyze impact on currency stability.

ESA Secures Record €22.1 Billion Space Budget

The European Space Agency secures a historic €22.1 billion budget to boost space independence, fund new rockets, and launch missions to Mars and Saturn's moon. Discover Europe's ambitious space plans.

Chinese mining CEO arrested in Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyz authorities detain Chinese CEO of gold mining firm accused of major environmental damage amid growing anti-China sentiment. Read full details.

Naira weakens to N1,456.72/$ as economy faces pressure

Naira depreciates by 0.98% to N1,456.72/$ amid dollar demand and structural challenges. Nigeria's foreign reserves rise to $44.12 billion despite oil price decline. Learn more about the economic outlook.

Naira Recovers Against Dollar as FX Reserves Soar

Naira strengthens against US dollar after recent decline, closing at N1,452.13. Nigeria's foreign reserves hit $46.7 billion, highest in 7 years. Traders expect continued volatility despite positive indicators.

Afghanistan Diversifies Trade Amid Pakistan Dispute

Afghanistan is urgently seeking new trade partners after a border clash with Pakistan. The Taliban government is turning to Iran and Central Asia as $100 million in losses hit traders. Discover the economic fallout.

US-Based Plateau Group Urges Crackdown on Killers

Plateau State Association USA urges Nigerian government to intensify security operations against armed groups in Plateau, Benue. Calls for arrests, prosecutions and humanitarian aid.

Zenith Bank to Acquire Paramount Bank in Kenya

Zenith Bank Plc is set to enter the Kenyan market by acquiring Paramount Bank, marking a strategic step in its pan-African expansion. The deal awaits regulatory approval from Nigerian and Kenyan authorities.

Ukraine-Greece Energy Deal Boosts US LNG Imports

Ukraine secures vital US LNG imports through Greece's Trans-Balkan pipeline as EU plans Russian gas ban by 2027. Zelensky announces January deliveries amid ongoing energy security challenges.

Nigerian banks post N14.7tn interest income

Nine major Nigerian banks reported a combined N14.72 trillion in interest income for the first nine months of 2025, a 27.68% increase driven by high interest rates. Discover which banks led the growth.

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