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World Bank Approves $500m for Nigerian MSMEs

The World Bank has greenlit a $500 million package to boost credit access for Nigeria's MSMEs. The FINCLUDE project targets women-led and agribusiness firms to drive growth and jobs. Read more.

New Archbishop of Westminster Appointed by Pope

Pope Leo XIV names Bishop Richard Moth to lead Catholics in England and Wales, replacing Cardinal Vincent Nichols. Moth pledges commitment to safeguarding and social justice.

Russian court fines Austrian bank Raiffeisen $400m

A Russian court has ordered Austria's Raiffeisen Bank to pay nearly $400 million in compensation to a company linked to sanctioned oligarch Oleg Deripaska. The bank says it will appeal.

Bank of England Cuts Interest Rate to 3.75%

The Bank of England has cut its key interest rate to 3.75% after UK inflation eased faster than expected. Governor Andrew Bailey confirmed the move, marking the sixth reduction since August 2024. Read more for the full analysis.

UK Junior Doctors Stage 14th Strike Over Pay

Junior doctors in England begin a five-day strike, their 14th walkout, demanding a 26% pay rise. The Labour government calls it 'irresponsible' amid NHS strain. Read the full story.

Fast Ways to Block Your Union Bank Account

Learn the quickest methods to block your Union Bank account using USSD *826*6#, the UnionMobile app, or customer care. Protect your funds instantly during emergencies.

$5B Africa Energy Bank HQ Complete in Abuja

Nigeria has completed the headquarters of the $5 billion Africa Energy Bank in Abuja. Minister Heineken Lokpobiri confirms all host obligations are met, paving the way for operations to begin. Read more.

CBN sells $36.60m to banks amid naira depreciation

Central Bank of Nigeria intervenes in forex market with $36.60 million sale to authorized dealers including Access, UBA, Zenith banks to stabilize naira. Experts analyze impact on currency stability.

First Openly Gay Woman Wins Miss England 2025

Grace Richardson, 20, becomes first openly gay Miss England winner after overcoming school bullying. She will represent England at Miss World 2026. Read her inspiring story!

Zenith Bank Awards N140m to African Tech Innovators

Zenith Bank empowers African innovators with N140 million funding at 2025 Tech Fair. Ten startups including Trust Loop and Cubbes Technologies receive grants and mentorship to scale their solutions.

Union Bank Rewards Top Teachers with Millions

Union Bank of Nigeria honoured exceptional educators at the 11th Maltina Teacher of the Year Awards in Lagos. Discover the winners and the bank's commitment to education.

Eze's 2017 Super Eagles Training Photos Resurface

Old photos of Arsenal star Eberechi Eze training with Nigeria's Super Eagles in 2017 have gone viral, revealing Nigeria's early attempt to recruit the England international. What could have been?

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