Dollar to Naira Black Market Exchange Rate Today – 1st November 2024 Here is the latest information on the Dollar to Naira exchange rate at the black market, commonly referred to as the parallel market (Aboki fx). For Thursday, 1st November 2024, sources from Bureau De Change (BDC) in Lagos indicate that the Dollar is […]
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NAFDAC Urges Nigerians to Avoid Recalled Nivea Deodorant Over Safety Risks
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued an alert to Nigerians, cautioning them to stop using the recently recalled batch of Nivea Black & White Invisible Roll-on deodorant (50ml). The product recall aligns with a warning issued by the European Union Rapid Alert System for Dangerous Non-Food Products. NAFDAC […]
Kaduna State Approves ₦72,000 Minimum Wage and Free Transport Scheme for Workers
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has announced the approval of a new minimum wage of ₦72,000 for the state’s civil servants, set to take effect in November 2024. This wage increase, confirmed in a statement by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Musa, underscores the administration’s commitment to improving worker welfare and supporting vulnerable […]
Governors and Ministers Gather as Shettima Leads 145th NEC Meeting
Vice President Kashim Shettima chaired the 145th National Economic Council (NEC) meeting at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday. The gathering brought together state governors, ministers, and other stakeholders to discuss strategies for tackling Nigeria’s current economic challenges. This marks the seventh NEC meeting of 2024, with a focus on […]
Governors, Ex-VP Sambo, DSS Chief, and NNPC’s Kyari Discuss Critical Issues at NGF Meeting
The Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) convened a high-level meeting on Wednesday night in preparation for the National Executive Council (NEC) session, focusing on vital issues like local government autonomy, the excess crude account (ECA), and petroleum profit tax (PPT). Held at the NGF Secretariat in Abuja, the meeting was chaired by Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman […]
Black Market Dollar to Naira Rate Today, October 31, 2024: Naira Hits Record Low
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rates on October 31, 2024 The black market dollar to naira exchange rate today shows continued volatility as the naira struggles amid low dollar liquidity. In Lagos’ parallel market, traders buy dollars at N1745 and sell at N1750, while the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) rate remains significantly lower, with buying […]
Nigerian Evacuation from Lebanon Faces Delays Amid Regional Tensions
The Federal Government’s plan to evacuate stranded Nigerians from Lebanon has hit a roadblock. While an evacuation initiative was initially announced in response to escalating Middle Eastern tensions following Iran’s missile attack on Israel on October 1, 2024, many Nigerians remain stranded in Lebanon. Low registration numbers and reluctance among Nigerians in Lebanon have further […]
IPMAN Urges Dangote to Reassess Pricing Amid Refinery Supply Hurdles
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has requested that billionaire Aliko Dangote reconsider his pricing strategy for petrol, following claims of a boycott by independent marketers. IPMAN President Abubakar Garima addressed these issues, stating that, despite an advance payment of ₦40 billion to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), IPMAN members are […]
Naira Strengthens by 2.4% Against the Dollar in Official Market
On October 30, 2024, the Naira gained strength in the official market, appreciating by 2.4% to trade at N1,630.45 against the dollar. This improvement is notable compared to the previous trading session on Monday, where the Naira was valued at N1,670.65 per dollar. According to data from the FMDQ’s official trading platform, the total daily […]
Zinedine Zidane Questions Ballon d’Or Credibility, Backs Vinicius Jr.
Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane has voiced his criticism of the Ballon d’Or after Manchester City midfielder Rodri received the prestigious award over Vinicius Jr. Zidane raised concerns about the award’s integrity, recalling the contentious decision in 2018 when Cristiano Ronaldo was overlooked despite an outstanding season. In an interview with DAZN, Zidane stated, “When […]