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Tinubu Warns of Middle East Crisis Impact on Nigeria’s Inflation: President Bola Tinubu has expressed concern that the escalating Middle East crisis could reignite inflationary pressures and severely erode Nigerians’ purchasing power. He emphasized the need for collective action against criminality and international collaborations to bolster the country’s security apparatus.
France to Support Nigeria with Military Equipment: President Tinubu has disclosed that France will provide Nigeria with equipment and training to strengthen security forces in the fight against terrorism, following a discussion with French President Emmanuel Macron.
US Deploys Drones and Troops to Nigeria: The US has deployed multiple MQ-9 drones and about 200 troops to Nigeria to support the fight against Islamist militants, providing training and intelligence support to the Nigerian military.
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Bandits Abduct Worshippers in Kwara Church Attack: Suspected bandits invaded an Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) Church in Kwara, abducting several worshippers, including the pastor’s wife, with three victims rescued by security operatives.
Dangote Refinery Increases Petrol Price: Dangote Refinery has announced a fresh fuel price increase, raising the gantry price from ₦1,175 to ₦1,245 per litre, adding to the economic burden on Nigerians.
Governors Push for State Police Amid Rising Insecurity: Governors are divided over the proposal, with some citing potential abuse and repression, while others see it as a solution to worsening insurgency, banditry, and kidnapping. President Bola Tinubu has expressed support for state police, and a committee has been set up to develop a framework.
Nigeria Governors Submit State Police Proposal to National Assembly: The Nigeria Governors Forum has submitted a proposal for state police to the National Assembly, sparking debate on potential benefits and risks. Proponents argue it would enhance security, while critics fear abuse by governors.
Tinubu Rallies Governors on Security, Seeks Foreign Support: President Tinubu has tasked governors to intensify collaboration on security, pledging increased foreign support to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture. He warned that global tensions could exacerbate inflation and economic hardship.
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Peter Obi Visits Kaduna, Advocates Competence-Driven Politics: Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi visited Kaduna, urging leaders to prioritize competence and integrity in politics. He emphasized rebuilding trust and unity among citizens.
African News
Morocco Awarded AFCON 2025 Title: Morocco has been awarded the AFCON 2025 title after CAF overturned the final result.
US Drones Deployed to Nigeria: The US has deployed drones and troops to Nigeria to support the fight against Islamist militants.
Sudan Hospital Attack: A strike on a hospital in East Darfur, Sudan, has killed at least 64 people, including children, medical staff, and patients.
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International News
Iran-Israel Conflict Escalates: Iran has launched retaliatory attacks on Israel, with missiles hitting tourist hubs in Dubai and Israel.
US-Iran Tensions Rise: The US has issued a worldwide security alert, urging Americans to exercise caution amid threats from Iran-linked groups.
Strait of Hormuz Closure Threat: Iran has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil trade route, if the US attacks its power plants.
Global News Headlines
Oil Prices Surge: Oil prices have risen due to the escalating conflict in the Middle East, with Brent crude futures reaching $113.20 a barrel.
Global Economy at Risk: The International Energy Agency has warned that the conflict poses a major threat to the global economy.
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Jet Fuel Shortage Hits African Airlines: African airlines are facing soaring jet fuel costs and supply shortages due to the conflict.
Stock Exchange News
NGX Extends Rally as Investors Reap N1.8trn in 3 Days: The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) closed the week on a positive note, with investors reaping over N1.765 trillion from their investments.
NGX Sees 8.761bn Shares Traded in Three-Day Surge: The NGX witnessed an extraordinary surge in activity, with 8.761 billion shares traded in just three business days.
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Exchange Rate News
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, March 23, 2026: The Naira opened the day with a slight adjustment, trading at approximately ₦1,356.74 per Dollar.
Pound to Naira Exchange Rate Today, March 23, 2026: The British Pound Sterling showed resilience against the Nigerian Naira, trading at ₦1,804.50.
Some of the top gainers on the NGX include:
Guinness Nigeria: +9.92% to ₦423.20
John Holt: +9.72%
Sovereign Trust Insurance: +9.57%
Entertainment News
Burna Boy Makes History as First African Artist to Gross $3.1m on Oceania Tour: Burna Boy has become the first African artist to gross over $3 million on an Oceania tour, selling 31,000 tickets across four shows.
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Papa Ajasco Rebrands as Bondu Alaska: Veteran actor Abiodun Ayoyinka has rebranded himself as Bondu Alaska, moving away from the Papa Ajasco character due to trademark restrictions.
Uche Montana Opens Up About Challenges in Finding Genuine Romantic Partners: Nollywood actress Uche Montana revealed the difficulties of finding genuine romantic partners despite her popularity, citing public perception and career visibility as major obstacles.
Fashion and Style News
Nigeria’s Fashion Industry Surviving, Not Thriving: Despite its potential, Nigeria’s fashion industry is struggling to grow, with a lack of infrastructure and policy support limiting its GDP contribution.
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AFROVISION X 2026 to Spotlight Nigerian Fashion and Film: The AFROVISION X 2026 festival in Canada will celebrate Nigerian, African, and Caribbean creativity in fashion, film, music, and more.
Shaffy Bello Reinvents Herself at 55: Veteran actress Shaffy Bello is redefining her style and career at 55, showcasing bold fashion choices and timeless elegance.
Sport News
Nigeria Dominates Ghana in Women’s T20I: Nigeria’s women’s cricket team defeated Ghana by 136 runs in the Nigeria Cricket Federation Women’s Invitational T20I tournament, with Christable Chukwuonye scoring 43 off 27 balls.
NFF Kicks Off 2026 Electoral Process: The Nigeria Football Federation has begun preparations for its 2026 electoral process, with an Extraordinary General Assembly scheduled to appoint members of the NFF Electoral Committee and Electoral Appeals Committee.
D’Tigress Shine in FIBA World Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria’s D’Tigress beat Philippines 101-84 in a FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournament game, and also defeated Colombia 70-37 in their opener.
Super Eagles Face Jordan in Friendly: Nigeria’s Super Eagles will take on Jordan in an international friendly in Amman during the March FIFA window.
BAL 2026 Set for March Tip-Off: The Basketball Africa League’s sixth season will begin on March 27, 2026, in Pretoria, South African.
Manchester City Wins Carabao Cup: O’Reilly’s Brace Secures 2-0 Win Over Arsenal – Manchester City claimed their fifth Carabao Cup title under Pep Guardiola with a 2-0 win over Arsenal at Wembley.
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