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Nigeria Congratulates Mexico on 216th Independence Anniversary, Seeks Deeper Trade and Investment Ties

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has congratulated the Government and people of Mexico on the country’s 216th Independence Anniversary, reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening diplomatic, economic and commercial relations between both nations. Mexico marked its Independence Day on September 16, 2026, commemorating the beginning of the independence movement in 1810. Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs…

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Canada Invites 1,000 Candidates to Apply for Permanent Residence in Latest Express Entry Draw

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Canada has issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence in its latest Express Entry draw, creating another opportunity for skilled workers seeking to settle permanently in the country. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the draw on August 18, 2026, targeting candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). Candidates needed a minimum…

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US Film Director Sentenced to Prison for Defrauding Netflix of Millions

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13th July 2026 A United States film director has been sentenced to prison after being found guilty of defrauding global streaming platform Netflix of millions of dollars earmarked for the production of a science fiction television series. According to U.S. prosecutors, the filmmaker diverted funds provided by Netflix for personal luxury spending instead of using…

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Naira Holds Steady at ₦1,382.33 per Dollar Amid Improved FX Market Stability

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13th July 2026 The Nigerian naira maintained its stability against the United States dollar, closing at ₦1,382.33/$1, a development that analysts say reflects improved liquidity and relative calm in the country’s foreign exchange market. The latest exchange rate indicates that the local currency continues to benefit from ongoing reforms introduced by the Central Bank of…

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FG Suspends Planned Increase in WAEC, NECO Registration Fees After Public Outcry

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13th July 2026 The Federal Government has suspended its proposed increase in registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), following widespread public criticism and calls for a review of the policy. The decision was announced on Monday by the…

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Soldiers Now Earn Minimum of ₦100,000 Monthly, Defence Minister Says as FG Moves to Boost Troop Welfare

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9th July 2026 Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has announced that the Federal Government has increased the monthly earnings of soldiers, with the lowest-paid personnel in the Armed Forces now receiving at least ₦100,000 as part of renewed efforts to improve troop welfare and strengthen the country’s fight against insecurity. Badaru said the…

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ADC, ICPC Clash Over El-Rufai’s Hospital Visit, Detention Conditions

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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) have traded words over allegations concerning former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai’s hospital visit and the conditions of his detention. The controversy began after the ADC accused the anti-corruption agency of denying El-Rufai access to adequate medical care while…

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[BREAKING] PFIPC scandal: Senate rejects motion to investigate controversial N1.3bn allocation

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Nigeria’s Senate has rejected a motion calling for an investigation into the controversial ₦1.3 billion budget allocation connected to the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) scandal. The decision comes amid growing public scrutiny over the alleged inclusion of the allocation in the 2026 federal budget for an entity whose legal status and operational existence…

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