Post-Conference Exchange: Following their heated clash at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) conference in Port Harcourt, African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore revealed on Arise News that he called former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi to demand an apology.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• The “Poison” Joke: Sowore recounted that instead of apologizing, Amaechi invited him over for food and drinks, to which Sowore playfully responded that he declined out of fear of being poisoned because he knew Amaechi was upset.

• Democratic Credentials: Defending his political background, Sowore argued that his pro-democracy activism created the very political space that allowed politicians like Amaechi—who is the African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice-presidential candidate—to serve in high offices like speaker, governor, and minister.

• Clash Over Records: Their initial disagreement ignited when Sowore criticized Amaechi’s record on railway projects and fuel subsidies, prompting Amaechi to defend his infrastructure projects and tell Sowore to “close his mouth” while politicians were speaking.

• Economic Stance & Leadership View: Reaffirming his opposition to the removal of petrol subsidies, Sowore maintained that true leadership should be measured by vision, problem-solving, and commitment rather than merely holding past government positions.

Successful Rescue: Nigerian Army troops from Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA successfully rescued 14 kidnapped victims from bandits in Zamfara State’s Tsafe Local Government Area.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Black Market Rates: On Tuesday, August 25, 2026, Bureau De Change (BDC) sources at the Lagos parallel market reported that the US dollar was sold at ₦1,407 and bought at ₦1,398.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• CBN Official Rates: Meanwhile, official Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) figures recorded a highest rate of ₦1,350 and a lowest rate of ₦1,345 for the USD to NGN exchange.

• Important Disclaimers: The CBN does not officially recognize the parallel market and advises individuals to conduct forex transactions through commercial banks. Additionally, actual market prices may vary depending on the platform or dealer.