by Wale Gbadebo As of May 2025, several African countries have maintained strong currencies against the U.S. dollar, reflecting various degrees of fiscal discipline, monetary policy effectiveness, and economic structure. Currency strength remains a vital indicator of a country’s economic stability and overall financial health. According to the Forbes currency calculator, the following are the strongest currencies in Africa. 1. Tunisia – Tunisian Dinar (TND) Exchange Rate: 2.97 TND per USD Tunisia continues to lead as the African country with the strongest currency. The Tunisian Dinar’s strength is largely supported by strict exchange control measures and inflation management, even amid…
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By Kazeem Ugbodaga President Bola Tinubu has unveiled a documentary chronicling his first two years in office, describing the period as one defined by “courage, sacrifice, and national renewal.” Titled “Two Years of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu: The Documentary,” the film reflects on the administration’s most consequential reforms and the challenges that have shaped its leadership journey. Taking to his official social media handle on Friday, President Tinubu wrote: “From tough reforms to steady recovery, ‘Two years of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu: The Documentary’, reflects on two defining years of courage, sacrifice, and national renewal. “This is not just a…
By Norbert Chiazor Rotimi Amaechi should spare Nigerians! No one is persuaded on his fake rhetoric of “If you’re not ashamed, I am ashamed”. He laments that his passport was seized in Germany while he suffered 30-minute detention recently for holding the green passport. No infamy can be more ignoble than his retrograde,divisive antecedents in Nigeria’s democracy,especially against the Jonathan era. Today, the ex- Rivers state governor is in the cold, pining in his loquacious worst,all because he lost out in the power game including the 2023 presidential primaries. That Amaechi’s sanctimonious vibe came on Sunday makes his hollow-hearted offering…
By Kenneth Orusi In an era where governance in Nigeria is often marked by inconsistent policies, eroded public trust, and a growing chasm between leaders and the led, the emergence of pragmatic, reform-minded leaders is both refreshing and necessary. Among such pragmatic leaders is Senator Prince Ned Nwoko, the member representing Delta North in the National Assembly. Senator Nwoko is known for not being loud or populist, but for his deliberate, strategic approach to addressing Nigeria’s multifaceted challenges and those of Anioma nation. The phrase “a square peg in a square hole” aptly captures the essence of Senator Nwoko’s political…
In a significant development for the future of Nigerian sports media, Senator Ned Nwoko has praised the National Sports Commission (NSC) and its Chairman, Mr. Shehu Dikko, for taking bold steps toward the full revival of sports broadcasting in Nigeria by the end of the year. The initiative, described by Nwoko as “a bold and commendable move,” was unveiled during an inspection and engagement session that brought together key stakeholders in the country’s broadcasting and sports sectors. The effort is part of Dikko’s “3Rs” agenda—Reform, Rebuild, Restore—aimed at overhauling and modernizing the infrastructure that supports sports broadcasting in Nigeria. A…
By John Paul Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting peace and development in the Niger Delta region, pledging continued collaboration with stakeholders and investment in youth empowerment initiatives. The company’s Managing Director, High Chief Keston Pondi, made this declaration on Saturday, May 31, 2025, during the official commissioning of the Isoko Youth House (Fred Obe Secretariat) in Ozoro, Delta State. Speaking at the event, Chief Pondi emphasized that Tantita’s mandate from the federal government—primarily to safeguard critical oil infrastructure—goes beyond pipeline surveillance. He stated that the company is equally focused on fostering long-term peace and…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to cultural revival, economic advancement, and global engagement. In his address on Thursday, marking the second anniversary of his administration, President Tinubu said that the Motherland 2025 Festival, billed for December, aims to position Nigeria as a world-class destination for tourism, investment, and creative exchange. “In the spirit of democracy and national renewal, we are preparing to welcome the world to Nigeria soon for the Motherland Festival. This landmark gathering will spotlight our rich heritage, dynamic creative industries, and the vibrant energy of our people. It will showcase Nigeria’s beauty through tourism,…
By Edeki Igafe Operatives of the Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT) of Delta Police Command have neutralised three kidnap suspects during a gun duel on the Ughelli – Patani road. Spokesman of the command, SP Bright Edafe disclosed this to newsmen in Warri on Friday. Edafe said that the deceased hoodlums were neutralised on Tuesday by operatives of the CP – Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT) during a gun duel. He said that the CP-SAT, led by its commander, ASP Robinson Julius were on a surveillance patrol on the Ughelli – Patani Road when they engaged the hoodlums. “The CP-SAT team were…
Gateway Games 2024: Senator Ned Nwoko Celebrates Delta’s Win, Urges Early Talent Grooming Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, representing Delta North and Chancellor of the Sports University of Nigeria, has congratulated Team Delta for their outstanding performance at the just-concluded Gateway Games 2024, where the state secured its fifth consecutive National Sports Festival title. The festival, which wrapped up on Thursday, brought together over 10,000 athletes across 549 events, offering a vibrant platform for showcasing talent and resilience from all parts of Nigeria. Team Delta led the medal table with 98 gold, 66 silver, and 80 bronze medals—maintaining a wide margin…
By ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The National Association of Seadogs (NAS), popularly known as the Pyrates Confraternity, has condemned what it describes as the “national disgrace” of forcing Nigerian students to sit for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) in the dark and in unfit conditions due to the late arrival of exam papers in Asaba and other parts of the country. Speaking to journalists in Asaba, Comrade Michael Chukwuma Nwaidei, Capoon of the Vito Corsica Deck of NAS (Aniocha/Oshimili and Ika federal constituencies), expressed outrage over the situation, demanding immediate accountability from the West African Examinations Council…