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“‘The Boss Is Back!’: President Tinubu Jetting Back To Lagos After Grueling European Working Vacation!”
President Bola Tinubu is set to return to Nigeria on Sunday, concluding his extended working vacation in Europe. Initially departing for London on August 30 for a three-week working vacation as part of his annual leave, the president subsequently traveled to Paris, France. Although the presidency announced on September 21 that he would return over the weekend, his extended absence beyond 21 days sparked notable constitutional debates and public discussion regarding the transfer of powers to Vice-President Kashim Shettima.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Despite operating from abroad, the presidency maintained that the commander-in-chief remained in continuous contact with state officials and directed government affairs. Sources indicate that upon touching down, Tinubu will initially stay in Lagos for up to a week before proceeding to Abuja.
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Return to Home Soil: President Tinubu is scheduled to arrive back in the country on Sunday, wrapping up his time abroad.
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Itinerary Plans: Sources close to the president’s schedule report that he will base himself in Lagos for approximately a week before heading to the nation’s capital.
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Early 2027 Alignments: Meanwhile, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has announced plans to personally head campaign structures for Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid across both the FCT and Rivers State.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has confirmed that 24 personnel connected to the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in Niger State will remain in protective detention for two weeks. This directive stands pending the conclusion of an independent investigation by a Federal Government committee.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
National Public Relations Officer Babawale Afolabi stated in an interview that the officers will be kept at the national headquarters in Abuja to ensure they remain accessible to the 10-member investigative panel constituted by Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The committee has been given a two-week window to look into the circumstances surrounding the deaths and submit its official report.
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Protective Detention Status: The NSCDC clarified that the detention is a special directive rather than a standard criminal arrest, designed specifically to prevent any interference with the ongoing probe.
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Suspensions and Custody: Following the deaths of the suspects—who were arrested and detained between September 15 and 16—three additional personnel were identified and suspended, raising the total number of officers in custody to 24.
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High-Profile Personnel Involved: The affected officers under interrogation include the suspended Niger State Commandant, Ajayi Philips, along with various heads of intelligence, operations, and legal units from the state command.
The Corps has emphasized that administrative disciplinary proceedings are running concurrently with the independent presidential investigation.
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“‘The Battle Lines Are Drawn!’: Eric Chelle Unveils Shocking Super Eagles Starting XI For Madagascar Clash”
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has officially named his starting line-up for Nigeria’s crucial Group L opening match in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Madagascar, scheduled for 5 p.m. today at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The squad selection comes as Nigeria looks to bounce back from their previous 2-0 defeat against the Barea at the 2019 AFCON tournament in Egypt.
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Between the Posts & Defense: Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali takes the starting role in goal, backed by a backline featuring full-backs Ola Aina and Bruno Onyemaechi alongside central defenders Semi Ajayi and Calvin Bassey.
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Midfield Engine: Team captain Wilfred Ndidi anchors the midfield alongside Fulham star Alex Iwobi.
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Attack & Flanks: In a bold tactical move, Chelle handed youngster George Ilenikhena his first international start, pairing him upfront with Akor Adams, while Ademola Lookman and Samuel Chukwueze provide width and threat from the flanks.
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Goalkeeper: Stanley Nwabali
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Defenders: Ola Aina, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, Bruno Onyemaechi
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Midfielders: Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi
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Forwards: Samuel Chukwueze, Ademola Lookman, George Ilenikhena, Akor Adams
The Nigerian currency, the Naira (₦), experienced further pressure against the United States dollar during the official foreign exchange market session on Friday, September 25, 2026.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Data released by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) indicated that the local currency traded at an official rate of ₦1,329.5138 per $1 on Friday. This reflects a slight shift from the previous day’s rate of ₦1,328.6687 per $1 recorded on Thursday. Meanwhile, at the parallel market, the naira closed the week trading at ₦1,390 to the dollar.
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Official vs. Parallel Rates: While the CBN official rate hovered around ₦1,329.5138/$1, street and parallel market rates closed slightly higher at ₦1,390/$1.
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Market Variances: Actual rates offered by commercial banks and Bureau de Change (BDC) operators may fluctuate based on transaction margins, as well as prevailing supply and demand dynamics.
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Future Outlook: Market watchers and participants continue to closely track forex inflows, greenback demand, and upcoming CBN policy adjustments to gauge the naira’s trajectory.
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