GLOBEALERT

Feed

Open sources, classified and cross-checked. 793+ stories.

BUSINESS3d agoCardoso: Why CBN took market by surprise on interest rateBangkok, Thailand: The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has explained why the apex bank’s latest monetary policy decision took the market by surprise, saying the need to correct a faulty monetary policy transmission mechanism, alongside improving macroeconomic conditions, informed the move. The post Cardoso: Why CBN took market by surprise on interest rate appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESS3d agoAbiodun’s Industrial Expansion: As Ogun lines up $17bn investment, By Kayode AkinmadeA $7bn-plus deep seaport deal, a proposed $10bn LNG project, more than 1,600 kilometres of roads and a cargo airport underscore Ogun State’s ambition to become a leading investment and industrial hub The post Abiodun’s Industrial Expansion: As Ogun lines up $17bn investment, By Kayode Akinmade appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DISASTER3d agoPlane crash: NAF assures Igbokoda residents of action on environmental concernsThe Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has acknowledged the concerns expressed by residents of Igbokoda, Ondo State, particularly reports of an offensive odour and fears of possible environmental impact following the aircraft accident. The post Plane crash: NAF assures Igbokoda residents of action on environmental concerns appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESS3d agoOPay named Digital Bank and Financial Inclusion Leader at BAFI 2026The dual recognition reflects OPay’s commitment to delivering accessible, reliable, secure and convenient financial services through technology. The post OPay named Digital Bank and Financial Inclusion Leader at BAFI 2026 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICS3d agoFrom Morocco to South Africa, Israel election watched closely across AfricaOctober 27 vote could test whether Israel's ties with African countries withstand the fallout from the war on Gaza.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESS3d agoJUST IN: Cardoso explains reasons behind MPC interest rate cut, hails synergy with fiscal authorities“It took the market by surprise, and markets, as we know, generally don't like surprises,” Mr Cardoso said at the panel discussion themed “How Central Banks Decide—Committee Decision-Making and Communication in an Era of Uncertainty”. The post JUST IN: Cardoso explains reasons behind MPC interest rate cut, hails synergy with fiscal authorities appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESS3d agoDMO offers N7.15 trn bond for October  subscriptionBy Elizabeth Adegbesan The Federal Government through the Debt Management Office, DMO, has offered N7.15 trillion FGN Bond for September subscription. DMO disclosed this in its latest announcement saying that   the N17.5 trillion offer comes in three tranches. The first tranche is N500 billion for February 2034 (10 year reopening) bond with a 19 percent […] The post DMO offers N7.15 trn bond for October subscription appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESS3d agoStakeholders urge insurance, pension operators to prioritise customer valueBy Rosemary Iwunze Stakeholders in the insurance and pension sectors have urged operators to deploy funds raised through recapitalisation to improve services, develop innovative products and strengthen customer confidence. They made the call in Lagos during a panel discussion at the 11th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Association of Insurance and Pension Editors (NAIPE). The […] The post Stakeholders urge insurance, pension operators to prioritise customer value appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESS3d agoShell to sell Nigeria domestic gas business to Vaaris EnergyBy Faith Odukomaiya Shell Petroleum B.V. has signed an agreement to sell its full interest in Shell Nigeria Gas Group to Vaaris Energy Limited, a Nigerian energy company, as the oil major refocuses its investments on strategic businesses. Shell’s Country Chair in Nigeria, Elohor Aiboni, said the transaction would provide a platform for the domestic […] The post Shell to sell Nigeria domestic gas business to Vaaris Energy appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CONFLICTBREAKING3d agoEritrean forces suffer 'heavy losses' in Tigray, Ethiopian militia saysAfricanews [en]
BUSINESS3d agoBOS Africa, Temple Company partner to develop sports business professionalsThe partnership will combine professional education with practical industry experience in sponsorship, athlete management, sports media, intellectual property and content production. The post BOS Africa, Temple Company partner to develop sports business professionals appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESS3d agoDollar to Naira exchange rate today, October 15, 2026The Nigerian Naira held steady with a marginal upward trajectory against the United States Dollar on October 15, 2026, maintaining its stability across both the official window and the parallel market. The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, October 15, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD3d agoNAF Assures Igbokoda Community Of Engagement On Environmental Concerns After Aircraft AccidentThe development followed complaints from Igbokoda residents about the strong stench emanating from the river where the aircraft crashed last week. The post NAF Assures Igbokoda Community Of Engagement On Environmental Concerns After Aircraft Accident appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BUSINESS3d agoForex inflow rises 23% to $35bn, as outflow declinesBy Elizabeth Adegbesan Nigeria’s net foreign exchange (forex) inflow grew by 23.2 percent year-on-year, YoY, to $35.77 billion in the first half of 2026 (H1’26) from $29.77 in the corresponding period of 2025. Vanguard analysis of data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Quarterly Statistical Bulletin and Data for the review period showed that […] The post Forex inflow rises 23% to $35bn, as outflow declines appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS3d ago2027: We know how to stop Tinubu from getting second term  -  MomoduMomodu also dismissed suggestions that Tinubu would refuse to accept defeat if he lost the election, arguing that Nigerians’ determination could shape the outcome of the contest. The post 2027: We know how to stop Tinubu from getting second term - Momodu appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CONFLICT3d agoOne Dead As Suspected Hoodlums Attack Oriyomi Hamzat’s Supporters In Oyo— PoliceIn a statement, the Command's Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, said the group was attacked by suspected hoodlums shortly after leaving Molete while heading towards Iwo Road, where Agidigbo FM is located. The post One Dead As Suspected Hoodlums Attack Oriyomi Hamzat’s Supporters In Oyo— Police appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICS3d ago2027: We’re preparing to win, Atiku, Obi ‘shooting the breeze’ — APC spokespersonMorka said the APC was leaving nothing to chance as it prepared for another electoral contest, adding that the party had won bye-elections since the last general elections. The post 2027: We’re preparing to win, Atiku, Obi ‘shooting the breeze’ — APC spokesperson appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARY3d agoGuinea-Bissau junta head fires officer close to former president EmbalóThe leader of Guinea-Bissau's military authorities, General Horta N'tam, has dismissed an army officer close to Umaro Sissoco Embaló, the latest removal involving personnel close to the ousted president.Africanews [en]
POLITICS3d ago2027: Tinubu to skip some APC campaign rallies, cites governance demandsPresident Tinubu says he may not attend every APC campaign rally ahead of the 2027 elections, citing the demands of governance, Nigeria’s financial obligations and the need to attract long-term investors. The post 2027: Tinubu to skip some APC campaign rallies, cites governance demands appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICS3d ago11th Senate Race: Akpabio courts Tinubu, warns Uzodimma over ambitionGovernor Uzodimma of Imo State, the APC senatorial candidate for Imo West District for the 2027 elections, is reportedly aspiring to replace Godswill Akpabio as the president of the 11th Senate. The post 11th Senate Race: Akpabio courts Tinubu, warns Uzodimma over ambition appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICS3d agoDigital security command centres – for fancy?Across Nigeria, governors have unveiled security command and control centres with fanfare. Enugu, Akwa Ibom, Plateau, Oyo, Gombe and Edo have invested, or announced investments, in facilities built around CCTV surveillance, drones, communications links, control rooms, data analysis and response coordination. Enugu’s centre is linked to AI-enabled cameras and long-range drones with day-and-night vision; Edo’s […] The post Digital security command centres – for fancy? appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTH3d agoKenya’s Ebola cases test preparedness beyond NairobiThe scare exposed gaps in how far outbreak readiness reaches Kenya’s remote communities.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS3d agoIn The National Interest: UK launch exposes deep frustrations about Nigeria, by Olu FasanLast week, on October 7, the London School of Economics, LSE, hosted the UK launch of my book In The National Interest: The Road to Nigeria’s Political, Economic and Social Transformation. Two LSE faculties—the Department of International Relations and the Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa—collaborated to organise the book launch, which included a public lecture. […] The post In The National Interest: UK launch exposes deep frustrations about Nigeria, by Olu Fasan appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS3d agoLet President Bola Ahmed Tinubu breatheBy TAIWO & KEHINDE OLUWAFUNSO Nigeria is at a critical point in our national history. What we need now is focused, determined, and responsible leadership — a leader who is ready to take bold decisions and damn the consequences. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu came into office when the Nigerian economy was in a coma, drained, […] The post Let President Bola Ahmed Tinubu breathe appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria