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CBN Engages Nigerian, Chinese Businesses to Improve Cross-Border Payments

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has opened discussions with Nigerian and Chinese businesses to address payment difficulties, strengthen banking connections and improve financial transactions between the two countries. The initiative is expected to identify challenges affecting cross-border payments while exploring ways to improve access to financial services, remittances and investment opportunities.The apex bank disclosed […]

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Tinubu’s Order Helps Cut Federation Account Deductions to ₦8.4tn – World Bank

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Tinubu’s Order Helps Cut Federation Account Deductions to ₦8.4tn – World Bank Nigeria recorded a significant reduction in deductions from its Federation Account in the first half of 2026, following changes introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration to the management of certain oil and gas revenues.According to the World Bank’s Nigeria Development Update report, total

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UNESCO Condemns Killing of Mexican Journalist, Calls for Justice

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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has condemned the killing of Mexican journalist, Josué Martínez Contreras, calling on authorities to ensure a swift, transparent, and impartial investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice. UNESCO Director-General, Khaled El-Enany, described the attack as a grave assault on press freedom and reiterated the need to

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Spain Crowned FIFA World Cup 2026 Champions, After Defeating Argentina in Historic Final

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Spain have been crowned champions of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after defeating Argentina 1-0 in a captivating final at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, United States, bringing an end to one of the most memorable tournaments in the competition’s history. The European giants secured their second World Cup title following a hard-fought victory

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INEC Seeks Improved Funding, Staff Welfare Ahead of 2027 General Elections

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called for improved funding and enhanced staff welfare as preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum. The appeal was made by the Chairman of the Commission, Prof. Joash Amupitan, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, during a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and

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Spain Cruise Past France to Book Place in 2026 FIFA World Cup Final

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Spain have advanced to the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a convincing 2–0 victory over France in the semi-final played on Tuesday, July 14. La Roja took the lead in the 22nd minute after Mikel Oyarzabal converted from the penalty spot, rewarding Spain’s early dominance. The 2010 world champions continued to dictate

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France Cruise Past Morocco to Reach 2026 FIFA World Cup Semi-finals

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France booked their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 2-0 victory over Morocco, producing another composed display to keep their quest for a third world title firmly on course. After a tightly contested opening half, Didier Deschamps’ side raised the tempo after the break to overwhelm the Atlas

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Argentina Stage Stunning Comeback to Eliminate Egypt from FIFA World Cup

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Defending champions Argentina produced a remarkable comeback to defeat Egypt 3–2 in a thrilling FIFA World Cup Round of 16 encounter, securing a place in the quarter-finals after recovering from a two-goal deficit. Egypt took control of the contest with first-half and second-half goals from Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Zico, putting the North African side

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Bountiis Empowers Women to Overcome Life’s Challenges in Lagos

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Bountiis, a nonprofit organisation dedicated to women’s empowerment, has concluded the fourth edition of its flagship Rise & Thrive programme, bringing together women from diverse backgrounds for emotional wellness, personal development and community support at the University of Lagos The event, themed “Whole. Worthy. Thriving.”, brought together women from diverse backgrounds, including widows, divorcees, married

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Musk aims to merge Rocket and AI businesses ahead of the anticipated IPO

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Elon Musk is integrating SpaceX with xAI to advance space-based artificial intelligence ahead of a much-anticipated IPO. Elon Musk is taking a dramatic move toward unifying his space exploration and artificial intelligence aspirations, announcing the merger of key enterprises ahead of what is generally expected to be a massive IPO later this year. SpaceX announced

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