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Tinubu’s Aide Rebukes Atiku, Asserts Nigeria’s Unique Economic Context
Tinubu’s Aide Rebukes Atiku, Asserts Nigeria’s Unique Economic Context....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on New Media, O’tega Ogra, has responded to Atiku Abubakar’s comparison of Nigeria’s economy to Argentina’s, emphasizing the distinct nature of each nation’s economic challenges………CONTINUE READING
Atiku had suggested that President Tinubu should learn from Argentina’s President, Javier Milei, in addressing economic reform, prompting Ogra to refute the comparison.
In his statement, Ogra highlighted that Nigeria and Argentina are incomparable, noting the dire economic situation in Argentina and cautioning against drawing parallels.
He pointed out Argentina’s staggering inflation rates, plummeting industrial and construction output, and declines in economic activity, retail sales, and construction. Ogra underscored the stark contrast between the two countries, emphasizing President Tinubu’s commitment to addressing Nigeria’s economic hardships.
Ogra criticized Atiku for overlooking Nigeria’s unique context and for suggesting measures that could exacerbate the nation’s challenges. He reaffirmed President Tinubu’s dedication to fostering a prosperous, stable, and inclusive Nigeria, prioritizing the welfare of Nigerian citizens above all else.
In conclusion, Ogra dismissed Atiku’s comparison as flawed and urged for a nuanced understanding of Nigeria’s economic situation, emphasizing President Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to effective governance.
What is the current Dollar to Naira exchange rate at the black market, also known as the parallel market (Aboki FX)?....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Here is the Dollar to Naira rate for April 16. These are the prevailing rates at which dollars are exchanged for naira in the parallel market.
How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market?
At the Lagos parallel market, traders sell one dollar for ₦1400 and buy at ₦1390 as of Thursday, April 16, 2026, according to Bureau De Change (BDC) sources.
It is important to note that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not officially recognize the black market and has advised individuals to carry out foreign exchange transactions through authorized banks.
Dollar to Naira Black Market Rate (Today)
- Selling Rate: ₦1400
- Buying Rate: ₦1390
Dollar to Naira CBN Rate (Today)
- Highest Rate: ₦1344
- Lowest Rate: ₦1340
Keep in mind that actual buying and selling rates may differ slightly due to market fluctuations.
The 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) began nationwide on Thursday, with over 2.2 million candidates expected to participate across accredited centres.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The exam, conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), will run from April 16 to April 22 in multiple daily sessions.
JAMB Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, urged examination officials to remain highly committed and professional, noting that the success of the exercise depends largely on their dedication.
He gave the charge during a virtual final briefing for technical officers ahead of the examination, where he also praised staff, ad hoc personnel, service providers, and technical advisers for their roles in the successful conduct of the mock exam.
Oloyede said many of the issues recorded during the mock exercise were due to poor assessment of centres by some technical officials.
He further stated that incentive packages would be awarded to teams that perform exceptionally, particularly in handling exam materials and submitting timely reports.
Reiterating JAMB’s zero-tolerance stance on malpractice, he warned candidates against bringing prohibited items into examination halls.
He also disclosed that biometric verification and real-time monitoring systems have been deployed to protect the integrity of the exercise.
Candidates whose biometrics cannot be verified, he added, will be rescheduled to write the exam at approved centres.
Meanwhile, a NAN correspondent monitoring proceedings at Aduvie International School, Jahi, reported that the first session scheduled for 8:30 a.m. began slightly behind schedule at about 8:40 a.m.
The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, on Thursday inspected security deployments at Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the FCT Police Command spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, the inspection is part of proactive measures to ensure a smooth, peaceful, and hitch-free conduct of the ongoing examinations.
The UTME is scheduled to run nationwide from April 16 to 18, 2026.
During the exercise, CP Sanusi assessed security arrangements put in place to safeguard candidates, examination officials, and CBT facilities.
He also engaged with centre supervisors, assuring them of adequate security presence throughout the examination period.
Adeh added that the CP reaffirmed the command’s commitment to maintaining law and order, warning that any attempt to disrupt the examinations would be met with decisive action in line with the law.
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