World Bank: 63% of Nigerians Now Living in Poverty Despite Lower Inflation

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Nigeria’s poverty crisis has worsened significantly, with about 63 percent of the population now living below the poverty line despite recent signs of easing inflation, according to the World Bank. The latest assessment paints a troubling picture of Africa’s largest economy, where economic reforms and declining inflationary pressures have yet to translate into meaningful relief for millions of citizens struggling with the rising cost of living. The World Bank noted that while inflation has shown signs of moderation in recent months, the impact of earlier price shocks — particularly following…

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FirstBank Partners Eko Hotels & KEY Academy for ChessMasters 2026 Tournament

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FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and the leading financial inclusion service provider, has announced its strategic sponsorship of the second edition of ChessMasters, Africa’s largest school chess tournament. The announcement was made at the official press conference of the tournament held on 16 March 2026 at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos. ChessMasters is an annual chess tournament designed to equip the next generation with critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills. The competition targets children in primary school aged between 6 and 11 years old. Organised by Eko Hotels and…

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U.S. Embassy Abuja Suspends Visa Appointments Over Security Concerns

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The United States Embassy in Abuja has announced the suspension of visa appointment services following heightened security concerns in Nigeria’s capital. In a statement issued to applicants, the embassy said the decision was taken as a precautionary measure in response to recent security warnings, though it did not disclose specific details about the nature of the threat. Affected applicants were advised not to visit the embassy premises until further notice, as all scheduled visa interviews have been temporarily halted. “The safety of our staff and applicants remains our top priority,”…

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Terrorists Kill Nigerian Brigadier General, 18 Soldiers in Borno Base Attack says AFP

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A brigadier general in the Nigerian Army has been killed alongside at least 18 soldiers following a deadly overnight assault by terrorists on a military base in Borno State, according to an AFP report. The attack occurred in Benisheikh, a town located about 75 kilometres from Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, where insurgents reportedly overran a brigade formation, killing troops and destroying military assets. Kaga Local Government Chairman, Zannah Lawan Ajimi, confirmed that the brigade commander, Brigadier General O.O. Braimah, was among those killed in the attack. “Unfortunately, the brigade…

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Polaris Bank advocates Youth Financial Literacy Through Global Money Week 2026

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As conversations around money become more complex in a fast-evolving digital world, the need to Building Financially Smart Future and equip young people with the right financial knowledge, has never been more urgent. From spending habits to saving culture, digital transactions, and entrepreneurial thinking, financial literacy is increasingly becoming a life skill, not just a nice-to-have. It is against this backdrop that Polaris Bank is participating in this year’s Global Money Week (GMW), a global financial awareness campaign which kicked off from Tuesday, April 7 through Thursday, April 30, 2026.…

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500‑Level Covenant University Student Dies During Football Training, University Confirms

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The management of Covenant University has officially confirmed the death of a 500‑level student, Toluwase Jesutunmise, who died following a medical emergency during a football training session on campus. According to a statement issued by the university’s Vice‑Chancellor, Professor Timothy Anake, the incident occurred on Monday, when the student complained of leg pain and fatigue while participating in a routine football training drill. Moments later, he was observed gasping for breath by teammates. Jesutunmise was immediately taken to the university’s medical centre, located close to the training field, where medical…

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Sterling Bank Deepens Commitment to Women Entrepreneurs with OneWoman Financing Dialogue

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Sterling Bank, through its women focused initiative, OneWoman, convened a powerful gathering of women entrepreneurs, development finance institutions, ecosystem leaders, and business stakeholders at the Funding Her Future Breakfast Dialogue in Lagos. The session brought together voices from across sectors for a focused and necessary conversation on how to unlock more inclusive and effective financing pathways for women led businesses in Nigeria. At its core, the dialogue was not just about access to capital. It was about building the right systems around women entrepreneurs. Conversations explored how financing, business readiness,…

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Cancer Survivor Accuses Blessing CEO of Doctoring Her Medical Report

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A breast cancer survivor, Deborah Mbara, has accused controversial relationship coach, Blessing CEO, of allegedly altering her medical report and presenting it as evidence of her own illness, in a controversy that has sparked nationwide outrage. Mbara, a makeup artist based in Asaba, Delta State, alleged that the social media personality obtained her medical record under false pretences and later manipulated it to support claims that she was battling stage four breast cancer. Speaking in a viral video circulating on social media, Mbara said she had initially shared her medical…

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27-Year-Old Man Burns Father to Death in Jigawa, Police Probe Motive

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: A 27-year-old man has reportedly set his father ablaze in a shocking incident in Jigawa State, leaving residents stunned and prompting a full-scale police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the gruesome act. The suspect, whose identity has yet to be officially disclosed by authorities, was said to have carried out the attack at the family residence following what witnesses described as a heated altercation. The father was allegedly doused with a flammable substance and set on fire, sustaining severe burns that led to his death. Sources within the community…

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Bloody Easter: Scores Feared Dead as Suspected Herders, Bandits Attack Benue, Kaduna Communities

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It was a blood-soaked Easter celebration in parts of Benue and Kaduna states as suspected armed herders and bandits launched coordinated attacks on vulnerable communities, leaving dozens dead, many injured, and several others missing. In Benue State, at least 17 persons were reportedly killed when suspected herders stormed Mbalom and surrounding communities in Gwer East Local Government Area during the Easter weekend. The attackers, said to have arrived in large numbers, opened fire on residents, razed homes, and destroyed food barns and market stalls. Eyewitnesses said the assault, which began…

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