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News Agency of Nigeria

July 19, 2026

SEC set to deliver sustained zero trade fail rate in T+1 settlement cycle: DG

The DG said the focus would be on full delivery-versus-payment discipline across custodians, brokers and the Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS).

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
July 19, 2026

Lagos residents decry soaring corn prices

A corn trader, Justina Odion, blamed the high retail price on increased wholesale costs.

Corn
July 19, 2026

Afam Okeke wins NBA general secretary election with 8,478 votes

The live results portal showed that a total of 82,167 voters were accredited for the general election held on Saturday.

Afam Okeke
July 19, 2026

Civil society organisations key to strengthening Nigeria’s democracy: CDHR 

He said civil society organisations serve as a bridge between the government and the people.

CDHR
July 19, 2026

2027: Nigeria won’t drift into one-party state, says LP presidential candidate 

Mr Okereke described the one-party state narrative as a mere political construct.

Chibuzor Okereke
July 19, 2026

Flooding: Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu place emergency response agencies on alert

He urged residents living in flood-prone areas to heed early warning messages.

July 19, 2026

Flood Alert: NEMA urges residents in flood-prone areas to evacuate as rains intensify

Mrs Umar advised motorists and pedestrians against driving or walking through floodwaters.

Flood
July 19, 2026

Shettima departs Abuja for ECOWAS summit in Freetown

The summit will focus on key policy decisions and strategic resolutions.

Vice-President Kashim Shettima
July 19, 2026

NBC unveils new digital broadcasting rules  

Mr Ebuebu said the commission had observed declining ethical standards in broadcasting.

National Broadcasting Commission
July 19, 2026

POWA reaffirms commitment to members’ welfare

According to Mrs Disu, the invaluable role of police officers’ wives cannot be overemphasised.