Day: January 7, 2026
‘Don’t be like baba Mohbad’ — Portable alleges father exploited him for money
Controversial street-pop artist, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has levelled serious allegations against his father, accusing him of neglect, manipulation, and financially exploiting his…
Petrol marketers signal cheaper fuel price in Nigeria, await Dangote Refinery action
Nigerian petroleum products marketers have announced a plan to further cut the price of premium motor spirit near N739 per liter nationwide. The Independent Petroleum…
Naira records massive appreciation against US dollar as foreign reserves hit $45.61bn
The naira recorded significant appreciation against the United States dollar on Tuesday at the official foreign exchange market. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data showed…
Nigeria’s electricity subsidy hits N1.98tn as tension mounts on fresh tariff hike
Nigeria’s electricity subsidy obligations have risen to N1.98 trillion over the 12 months from October 2024 to September 2025, according to the latest quarterly reports…
19 Nigerian banks meet CBN recapitalization requirement ahead of March deadline
As of January 6, 2026, nineteen Nigerian banks have met the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN’s recapitalization requirements, ahead of the March 31 deadline. This…
Greater Kwara Foundation visits orphanage homes, donates food items in Ilorin
The Greater Kwara Foundation on Wednesday visited several orphanage homes across the Ilorin metropolis, donating food items and sharing love and kindness with vulnerable children…
Dame Pauline Tallen: A life of diligent service, integrity and patriotism
By Ayantunde Ayangbayi, JP Today, Thursday 8th January, 2026, marks a milestone in the life of an illustrious daughter of the Nigerian State-Dame Pauline Tallen,…

