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💠Peter Obi condemns Kogi abduction 💠Naira ₦1,384/$, 💠PFIPC DG arrest, 💠Oyo rescue mission, 💠Spain beats France to reach World Cup final. Good morning. Here are the News stories shaping Nigeria and the world today.  💠Politics — Peter Obi Condemns Kogi School Abduction Presidential candidate Peter Obi has condemned the abduction of a school principal, NECO invigilator, and several students from Government Secondary School, Opada-Olowa, Dekina LGA, Kogi State ➡️  Read More   --- 💠 Economy — Naira Exchange Rate On Thursday, July 16, 2026, the naira traded at:   - Official NFEM rate: ~₦1,384/$   - Parallel market buying rate: ~₦1,408/$   - Parallel market selling rate: ~₦1,420/$   ➡️  Read More   --- 💠 Security — PFIPC DG Arrest Update Police arrested Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, DG of the fictitious Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC).  ➡️  Read More   --- 💠 Security — Oyo Rescue Miss...

  Presidential candidate Peter Obi attended a high-level roundtable in Berlin hosted by the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR).  The event, themed “Nigeria in 2027 and Beyond”, gathered diplomats, policymakers, and business leaders.  Obi emphasized;  Nigeria’s need for competent, accountable leadership. Transitioning from consumption to production to eradicate poverty. Strengthening SMEs as the backbone of the economy. Building international partnerships to accelerate growth. He reiterated that Nigeria has the resources to become globally competitive if governance prioritizes education, healthcare, and rule of law.

 🟧 Peter Obi in Berlin • Naira ₦1,382/$ • PFIPC DG Arrest • Oyo Rescue Mission • Spain vs France Final 🔹 Politics: FIPC DG Arrest The Director‑General of the PFIPC has been taken into custody over alleged fraud charges, sparking calls for accountability.   🔹 Economy: Naira ₦1,382/$ The naira trades at ₦1,382 to the dollar in official markets, reflecting ongoing currency pressures and policy responses.   🔹 International: Peter Obi in Berlin The Labour Party leader continues his international engagements, meeting stakeholders in Germany to discuss governance and economic reforms.   🔹 Security: Oyo Rescue Mission Authorities in Oyo State launch a coordinated rescue mission, honoring fallen heroes and ensuring community safety.   🔹 Sports: Spain vs France Final The Euro 2026 football final pits Spain against France in a highly anticipated clash of European giants.