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33 banks now bigger, stronger By Vanguard Editorial Board on April 6, 2026 – Recommended Nigerian Newspaper Report 34

The recent recapitalisation exercise led by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, which saw 33 deposit money banks raise an impressive ₦44.65 trillion, is not a mere regulatory milestone. It is a reaffirmation of the fundamental truth that strong banks are the backbone of a strong economy. As Nigeria navigates an increasingly complex global financial landscape, routine capital base upgrades are inevitable.

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Easter: Celebrating amid bloodshed By Vanguard Editorial Board on April 3, 2026 – Recommended Nigerian Newspaper Report 33

Easter, the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, remains the cornerstone of the Christian faith and a profound moral compass for society. Beyond its religious observance, it proclaims a timeless message: life conquers death, hope overcomes despair, and love triumphs over hatred.

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Religion and ethnicity undermining our democracy By Vanguard Editorial Board on April 2, 2026 – Recommended Nigerian Newspaper Report 32

Democracy, in its purest conception, rests on the principles of equality, merit and the collective will of the people. Yet, in many plural societies such as Nigeria, these ideals are increasingly suffocated by the influence of religion and ethnicity—two forces that, while culturally significant, have become pernicious tools in the political arena.

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