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NIGERIA’S 10 MOST CRITICAL COMMODITIES: WHAT BUSINESSES AND POLICYMAKERS NEED TO KNOW IN 2026

ABUJA, Nigeria — January 8, 2026 Nigeria’s economy relies heavily on a select set of strategic commodities that shape foreign exchange earnings, domestic production, and inflation. From energy resources to key agricultural staples, these commodities influence business planning and government policy. Understanding their trends is essential for investors, companies, and policymakers navigating 2026. Top 10

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NAIRA STRENGTHENS TO ₦1,418/$ — WHAT IT MEANS FOR NIGERIANS AND HOW TO PROTECT YOUR MONEY

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Nigeria’s naira strengthened to ₦1,418.26 per US dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, reaching its strongest level in over a year under the current system. This development follows a steady climb since the end of 2025, when the naira closed at ₦1,430.84/$ on December 31. Data from the Central

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FIVE FOREST GUARDS KILLED IN ATTACK ON OLD OYO NATIONAL PARK

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OYO STATE, Nigeria — January 6, 2026 Five officers of Nigeria’s National Park Service were killed on Tuesday night when suspected bandits attacked the Old Oyo National Park office in Oloka Village, Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, according to state authorities and the police. Security agencies have launched a manhunt as investigations continue.

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U.S. Rewrites Multilateral Engagement as Trump Exits 66 Global Groups

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Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced that the United States will withdraw from 66 international organizations, describing them as ineffective, wasteful, or misaligned with U.S. national interests. The administration said a broader review of U.S. participation in additional international bodies is still underway.According to a statement from the White House, the withdrawals

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Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z Trifold, a Three-Fold Smartphone, at CES 2026

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Las Vegas, NV — Samsung is pushing the boundaries of smartphone design with its new Galaxy Z Trifold, revealed Sunday at the CES tech conference in Las Vegas. The device folds in two places—almost like a brochure—allowing an iPad-sized screen to fit into a pocket. The Trifold follows Samsung’s strategy of experimenting with foldable displays,

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AI Startup and Google Reach Settlement in Lawsuits Over Teen Suicides and Self-Harm

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An artificial-intelligence startup and Google have agreed to settle multiple lawsuits brought by families of teenagers who harmed or took their own lives after interacting with the startup’s chatbot, potentially resolving some of the most high-profile cases linking AI technology to mental health risks. The lawsuits, filed in states including Florida, Colorado, Texas, and New

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U.S. Population Growth Set to Slow, Potential Decline by Mid-Century, CBO Reports

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The United States is on track for a sustained slowdown in population growth, with projections indicating that the nation’s population could begin to shrink after 2056, according to a new report by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). The analysis cites declining birth rates, an aging population, and moderating immigration as key factors behind the projected

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Trump Orders Crackdown on Defense Industry Stock Buybacks

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In a bold move aimed at reshaping the defense sector, President Trump signed an executive order Wednesday targeting stock buybacks by major defense contractors. The order directs companies to cap executive compensation and prioritize investments in production capacity over shareholder payouts. Officials said the measure seeks to ensure that federal defense spending translates more directly

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Markets Mixed as Geopolitics, Policy Signals, and AI Optimism Pull in Opposite Directions

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Global equity markets traded unevenly on Wednesday as investors balanced rising geopolitical tensions and policy uncertainty against sustained enthusiasm for artificial intelligence and select corporate developments. In the United States, stock indexes diverged. The Dow Jones Industrial Average edged lower after opening the year with a three-day winning streak, reflecting cautious sentiment around policy risks

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