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Naira to Trade N1,470-N1,520/$1 in 2026, Say Experts

Economic analysts forecast a stable naira exchange rate in 2026, with the CBN prioritizing market confidence and reduced volatility over aggressive appreciation. Key projections and government expectations revealed.

FCT records 300 major crimes in three months

FCT Police Command discloses 300 cases of kidnapping, armed robbery, and other crimes from Oct-Dec 2025. 160 suspects arrested, 32 victims rescued. Read the full breakdown.

Fed's Williams Sees No Urgency for Further Rate Cuts

New York Fed President John Williams says recent US inflation data was distorted by a government shutdown and Black Friday sales, advising patience on further interest rate cuts. Get the full analysis.

China Taxes Contraceptives as Births Plummet

China will tax condoms and contraceptive drugs from 2026 to encourage childbirth as births fall. Experts warn of risks like unplanned pregnancies. Read more on this policy shift.

Bank of England Cuts Interest Rate to 3.75%

The Bank of England has cut its key interest rate to 3.75% after UK inflation eased faster than expected. Governor Andrew Bailey confirmed the move, marking the sixth reduction since August 2024. Read more for the full analysis.

ECB holds rates steady at 2% as inflation cools

The European Central Bank keeps its key deposit rate at 2% for the fourth consecutive meeting. Analysts scrutinise Lagarde's comments for clues on future monetary policy amid uncertain inflation outlook. Read more.

Naira Rate Gap Widens as Dollar Demand Rises

The exchange rate gap between Nigeria's official and parallel markets widened to N25 as the naira depreciated. Discover the causes and CBN's response to the seasonal dollar demand surge.

US Travel Ban: 2 Major Impacts on Nigeria

The US government has added Nigeria to its list of restricted countries, suspending key visas and shortening validity periods. Discover the full implications for Nigerian travelers.

Nigeria's Mother Tongue Education Policy Revoked

The Federal Government's controversial cancellation of the 2022 National Language Policy sparks outrage. Education stakeholders demand reversal, citing threats to Nigeria's linguistic heritage and flawed reasoning.

Asian Markets Drift, Oil Up on Venezuela Blockade

Asian equities showed mixed performance as US jobs data failed to boost rate cut expectations. Oil prices surged over 1% after Trump ordered a blockade of Venezuelan tankers. Get the latest market analysis.

US Jobless Rate Climbs to 4.6%, Highest in Four Years

US unemployment rose to 4.6% in November, its highest level since 2021, as the economy lost 105,000 jobs in October. Read the full analysis of the cooling labour market and its global implications.

Nigeria's Literacy Rate: 70.4% with Huge Regional Gaps

Nigeria's literacy rate stands at 70.4%, but the national average hides a crisis. Imo State leads at 96.43%, while Yobe lags at just 7.23%. Explore the data, causes, and solutions for a more literate Nigeria.

Inflation Falls to 14.45% in November 2025

Nigeria's inflation rate declined to 14.45% in November 2025, down from 16.05% in October. Read the full NBS report on food and core inflation trends across states.

Nigeria's Inflation Eases to 14.45% in November

Nigeria's headline inflation rate fell to 14.45% in November 2025, a significant drop from 16.05% in October. The National Bureau of Statistics attributes the moderation to CPI rebasing. Read the full analysis.

Inflation Falls to 14.45% in November 2025

Nigeria's inflation rate declined to 14.45% in November 2025, a significant drop from October. The NBS CPI report details the monthly and yearly trends, including food and core inflation figures across states.

Naira resilient despite festive dollar demand surge

The Nigerian naira shows resilience against heightened US dollar demand during the festive 'Detty December' season. CBN's external reserves rise to $45.44 billion, providing crucial support. Experts analyze market dynamics and future outlook.

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