Topnaija latest news updates for today, 21st August 2024

Good morning Nigeria and welcome to Topnaija latest news updates, Topnaija newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Wednesday, 21st August 2024.

Nigerian student in UK loses N2.2 million in UBA account fraud

In an alarming case of financial fraud, Bamidele Dayo, a Nigerian student pursuing a master’s degree in the United Kingdom, found himself the victim of a mysterious and devastating bank theft involving the United Bank for Africa (UBA).

On June 25, Dayo initiated a routine transfer of N10,000 from his United Bank for Africa (UBA) account. However, within moments, his phone was flooded with unusual debit alerts totalling N2.272 million. The transactions included four separate withdrawals of N500,000 each, plus an additional N272,000. Read more here.

Drugs Supply Scam: Kano anti-graft agency arrests Kwankwaso, permanent secretary, others

The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, has apprehended Alhaji Mohammed Kabawa, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs and four others over an alleged multi-billion Naira drug supply fraud.

Among those arrested is Abdullahi Bashir, the Chairman of the state branch of the Association for Local Governments of Nigeria, ALGON. Read more here.

Black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate for today August 21st 2024

What is the Dollar to Naira exchange rate at the parallel market, known as the black market (Aboki Fx) today? As of August 1st, 2024, the dollar to naira exchange rate is 1 USD to 1,602 NGN at the black market.

This means that for every one US dollar, you can exchange it for ₦1,602, Topnaija.ng reports. Read more here.

Nigerian equity market gains N66 billion amid recovery

The Nigerian equity market rebounded on Thursday, posting a N66 billion gain after the previous session’s decline. This recovery was driven by strong investor interest in leading stocks such as Seplat, Oando, and Stanbic IBTC.

The market capitalization, which began the day at N54.382 trillion, saw an increase of N66 billion, closing at N54.448 trillion, marking a 0.12% rise. Read more here.

All you need to know about Fast and Furious 11

•  Fast and Furious 11 release date, cast, and more

After the jaw-dropping events of Fast X, fans of the Fast & Furious franchise are eagerly anticipating the next installment, Fast & Furious 11 (XI). With returning stars Dwayne Johnson and Gal Gadot, coupled with a plethora of unresolved cliffhangers, Fast & Furious 11 promises to be a cinematic spectacle that no fan should miss.

Fast & Furious 11 Release Date: A Cinematic Countdown. Read more here.

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