INEC Conducts By-Elections Across Four States as Five Legislative Seats Go to Polls
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is conducting by-elections today across Gombe, Kano, Bauchi and Delta states, with five legislative seats up for grabs. Voting is scheduled to take place between 8:30am and 2:30pm across the affected constituencies, including Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye, Dawakin Kudu, Disina, Sakwa and Udu. The polls come as political activities intensify ahead of […]
Soludo Pardons Akwa Okuko, Appoints Him Ambassador for Youth Reformation
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has granted clemency to popular native doctor Chidozie Nwangwu, popularly known as Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki, and appointed him as an Ambassador for Youth Reformation in the state. Nwangwu was among eight native doctors arrested last year over alleged involvement in the promotion of money rituals, quick-wealth schemes and […]
NGX Market Capitalisation Hits ₦162 Trillion For The First Time Ever
The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) closed trading on Friday, September 18, 2026, on a bullish note, with total equity market capitalisation hitting a record ₦162.16 trillion for the first time. The latest milestone surpassed the previous record of ₦161.8 trillion, recorded on May 13, 2026, as renewed buying interest across major stocks lifted the market. […]
Zidane Names Mbappe France Captain, Unveils First Squad
New France head coach Zinedine Zidane has confirmed Kylian Mbappe as captain of Les Bleus after unveiling his first squad since succeeding Didier Deschamps. The Real Madrid forward will continue to lead the national team after wearing the armband during the World Cup, where he finished as the tournament’s top scorer with 10 goals. France, […]