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The latest phase of the intervention was held in Lafia Local Government Area on Saturday, September 19, 2026, bringing the free medical and empowerment programme to the 13 wards in the local government.

The latest position comes amid renewed pressure from petroleum marketers for the Federal Government and NNPC Ltd to accelerate efforts to return the government-owned refineries to production.

The inductees completed the Exchange’s 15-day Automated Trading System Brokers’ Certification Programme, which covers market structure, trading procedures, regulatory compliance and the operational framework of the Nigerian capital market.

In a heartfelt birthday message issued on Monday, September 21, 2026, the President said Oluremi had stood by him through different seasons of their lives, sharing in both the challenges and triumphs that came with his personal and public journey.

Last week brought major developments across Nigerian and global financial markets.

NLC President, Joe Ajaero, stated this in a statement issued on Sunday, amid growing concerns over the proposed concession and the future management of the prestigious secondary school.

Vice President Kashim Shettima will deliver Nigeria’s national statement at the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Thursday, September 24, after President Bola Tinubu mandated him to lead the country’s delegation to the annual gathering.

Speaking in an interview with Arise News, Awakan said Nigeria had an abundance of cultural, heritage and tourism stories that remained largely untold, stressing that effectively packaging and telling those stories could attract visitors and investment to destinations across the country.

Idris reportedly died in the United Kingdom on Sunday, September 20, 2026, with news of his death prompting visits by political leaders and senior government officials to his Abuja residence.

The decision ends weeks of speculation over the President’s attendance at the high-level diplomatic event, after earlier official indications suggested that Tinubu would travel to New York and address the General Debate.