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Bank of England raises interest rates to 4%, the first increase for more than three years
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Bank of England raises interest rates to 4%, the first increase for more than three years

Decision by MPC a week after the budget comes as Iran war continues to drive up energy costs Business live – latest updates The Bank of England has raised interest rates for the first time in more than three years to combat rising inflation, as the Iran war continues to put upward pressure on energy costs. The widely expected move, which took the Bank’s base rate from 3.75% to 4%, was the first rise since August 2023.

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2027: NDC chairman urges grassroots mobilisation
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2027: NDC chairman urges grassroots mobilisation

By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the National Chairman of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Moses Cleopas Zuwoghe, has urged party leaders, members and supporters to take the party’s message to communities across the country. Zuwoghe made the call during a strategic meeting with NDC leaders in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, which brought together members of the local government and ward executive committees across the 17 wards.

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Otu condemns attack on Obi’s convoy, orders arrests
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Otu condemns attack on Obi’s convoy, orders arrests

By Ike Uchechukwu, Calabar Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has condemned the attack on the convoy of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, in Calabar, directing security agencies to identify and arrest those responsible. “I extend my deepest, most heartfelt sympathies to Mr Peter Obi and his team over the deeply disturbing incident that occurred yesterday during his campaign visit to our state capital,” Otu said.

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Africa risks losing digital sovereignty to global tech firms – DPC Executive Director
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Africa risks losing digital sovereignty to global tech firms – DPC Executive Director

The Executive Director of the Data Protection Commission (DPC), Dr Arnold Kavaarpuo, has urged African countries to take control of their data to protect their digital sovereignty. The lecture was attended by the Deputy Rector of GIMPA, Prof. Ebenezer Adaku, who chaired the event; the Dean of SOTSS, Prof. Emmanuel Sarkodie Adabor; and the Dean of Students, Prof. Augustina Akonnor.

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PIAC elects Peter Quartey as new Chair for one-year term
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PIAC elects Peter Quartey as new Chair for one-year term

Economist and development finance expert Professor Peter Quartey has been elected Chair of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) to serve a one-year term, effective 3rd November, 2026. Mr Samuel Bekoe, Vice Chair, PIAC Professor Peter Quartey is an accomplished Professor of Economics with over 22 years of experience in development finance, private sector development, monetary and financial sector development, and digital finance.

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Democrats take back Congress: What it means for Donald Trump
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Democrats take back Congress: What it means for Donald Trump

The 2026 U.S. midterm elections have dramatically reshaped Washington, with Democrats projected to regain control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. Democrats made gains in several traditionally Republican states, while historic victories were recorded in key gubernatorial and congressional races.

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KEDI Healthcare Celebrates 20 Years in Nigeria with 8th Car Award Ceremony and Major Announcements
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KEDI Healthcare Celebrates 20 Years in Nigeria with 8th Car Award Ceremony and Major Announcements

KEDI Healthcare Industries Nigeria Limited celebrated its 20th anniversary alongside its 8th Car Award Ceremony on 24 October 2026 at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts (formerly the National Theatre), Iganmu, Lagos. Celebrating 20 Years and Unveiling a Renewed Corporate Direction Established in 2006, KEDI Healthcare has developed a strong presence in Nigeria and expanded its business network into other African markets, including Ghana, Benin Republic and Liberia.

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Wike distances self from court ruling favouring Okorocha over Uzodimma
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Wike distances self from court ruling favouring Okorocha over Uzodimma

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims that he influenced the court judgment which recognised former Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha as the All Progressives Congress candidate for Imo West Senatorial District in the 2027 elections. The controversy followed a Federal High Court judgment in Abuja directing the Independent National Electoral Commission to recognise Okorocha as the APC candidate for Imo West Senatorial District in the 2027 general election.

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