…45.2 percent on year in the first seven months, the data showed. “Export and import values remain elevated, helped by soaring global demand for electronics and green tech products,” wrote Julian Evans-Pritchard of Capital Economics. China’s trade surplus appears to be on pace to match that of last year, reaching $687 b…

…training to prepare their products for the Nigerian and American markets under the U.S. Alumni-Led Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund Manufacturing Programme, strengthening its commercial partnership with Nigeria. The eight-month programme, which ran from January to August and graduated its 2026 cohort in Lagos on Wedne…

…agriculture and trade. Agriculture cannot grow without manufacturing because value addition is what creates wealth and employment,” Onafowokan said. On monetary policy, he backed the CBN’s decision to retain the Monetary Policy Rate at 26.5 per cent, describing it as the right balance between curbing inflation and main…

…voice of God. "Yes, you may have made a mistake. "But you are not your mistake. "Your value did not disappear because your virginity did. "Open your heart and your mind to the possibility that God can still write a beautiful story with your life. "If God could bless me, a lady who wasn't a virgin with a virgin man as a…

…Okpebholo to remain committed to his leadership style, saying it reflected the Yoruba value of Omoluabi. “We are here to celebrate you. I know you came to Osun State for politics, but beyond politics, we are talking about what the Yoruba call Omoluabi par excellence. Your simplicity and your approach to things, keep it…

…guard attached to Radiant Glory Academy, Umuichichi, Aba, Abia State, Chidiebere Kalu has been sentenced to one year imprisonment for s3xually abusing a 10-year-old female pupil. The judgment was delivered on August 5, 2026 by the Family Court sitting at the Magistrate Court, Aba. The case arose from reported incidents…

…responsibility to preserve the integrity of the Miss North Carolina USA title and the values of our organization." "As an organization entrusted with selecting and preparing women to represent our states on the national stage, we must uphold the standards and values that our titleholders agree to embrace when accepting…

…daily make enormous sacrifices to safeguard our country’s peace, unity and democratic values. “A well-motivated and properly equipped military remains indispensable to achieving sustainable national security and development,” Benson said. The committee chairman further stated that the reforms align with the objectives…

…beyond persistent political controversies over academic qualifications and instead evaluate leaders based on competence, vision, integrity, courage and measurable performance. According to him, formal education remains one of the greatest tools for development, but academic certificates should not be the sole yardstick…

…of the OPU, describing unity as the foundation of Yoruba culture, traditions and values and a bond that transcends continents and generations. “In a world often divided, OPU Canada stands as a beacon of solidarity, fostering a vibrant community where every member feels valued and heard. “Over the past decade, OPU Canad…

By Alumona Ukwueze NSUKKA — The National Chairman of the South East Movement for Tinubu 2027, Prof. Damian Opata, has weighed in on the controversy surrounding President Bola Tinubu’s recent remark that “all is fair in politics,” saying the statement is neither new nor peculiar to Nigeria’s political history. Opata, a…

…hence he actively and intentionally finds ways to make her feel loved, respected and valued. "When I decided to marry my wife, my goal was simple: to build a beautiful family and make sure she never has a reason to regret marrying me," he wrote. "Every day, every week, every month, and every year, I intentionally find…

…office did not specify how many civil servants received the palliatives or the value per recipient.Reactions as Adeleke shares palliatives ahead of electionReactions trailed Adeleke's disbursement after the governor announced the development on social media. Below are some of their comments: Sodiq Tade commended the go…

Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Orji Uzor Kalu, has blamed the All Progressives Congress (APC) for failing to effectively communicate the achievements of President Bola Tinubu’s administration to Nigerians, insisting that despite the prevailing economic hardship, the government has recorded signifi…

…companies with substantial foreign currency exposure to more accurately reflect the value of their dollar-denominated revenues in their financial statements. “This has been particularly beneficial for export-oriented and foreign exchange-earning businesses such as Aradel Holdings and Seplat Energy, whose revenues are l…

…were obtained after a forensic exploitation of the recovered devices, including high-value intelligence materials and a camcorder. Read more: https://punchng.com/army-places-bounty-on-wanted-iswap-leaders/ FG promises payment of outstanding N35,000 wage award by Aug. 15 The Federal Government has assured federal civil…

…married friends as she once did following the end of her marriage, saying she now values the freedom that comes with being single. She also made it clear that, when it comes to romance, she prefers the company of younger men. by Linda Ikeji at 05/08/2026 4:11 PM | Share this Story

…stars including Achraf Hakimi and Omar Marmoush, the list highlights the financial value attached to Africa’s leading football talents. Here are the 10 highest-paid African footballers in 2026, based on their reported weekly wages. 10. Inaki Williams – Ghana Weekly wage: £180,707 | Club: Athletic Bilbao | Nationality:…

…to cover up his abuse of her and their children as a condition to him buying her most valuable asset, which was their biggest financial entanglement. The issue is not whether Jolie needed the money-the issue is that she was trying to untangle her life and her finances from her controlling and abusive ex-husband. That d…

…the Jigawa State capital. Musa said, "The council approved the award of a contract valued at ₦586,260,886.44 for the renovation of various structures at the Maigatari Border Free Zone, alongside the general renovation of the Government Guest House in Gumel." According to him, the approval reflects the state government'…

…followed difficult decisions but insisted that Britain was not “walking away from our values.” Cooper said in a March 19, 2026 statement to parliament: “In a range of countries, we will transition away from spending high levels of grant ODA, but our ambition and effort will remain high, delivering through modernised pa…

…resources are required, we will continue to prioritise this initiative while ensuring value for money,” he added. Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Power, Mahmuda Mamman, said uninterrupted electricity was indispensable for powering critical medical equipment, preserving vaccines, supporting l…

…technologies. In addition, high-pressure cylinder testing and high-voltage battery evaluation require sustained investment in modern laboratories and highly skilled technical personnel.” Despite the challenges, Omoniyi assured Nigerians that the government’s clean mobility programme remains safe when certified products…

…led operatives to a warehouse in Zaria, where they recovered 190 solar inverters valued at about N69m and 10 lithium batteries worth approximately N9m. Preliminary investigations indicated that the items were stolen from a container transporting the consignment to Zaria. “The recovered items have been taken into police…

…and individually numbered limited editions, Amofah is clearly targeting collectors who value both exclusivity and long-term reliability.The Warrior King Native Collection is currently available in limited quantities, positioning it as a collector’s item for those looking to invest in a piece of modern Ghanaian history.