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FIFA Bans Paredes for 10 Games, Hits Argentina With Massive Fines

FIFA issued a 10-match ban to Leandro Paredes and fined the Argentine Football Association $321,000 over World Cup brawls and political banners.

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Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today: Naira Trades at ₦1,332.49

Oct 12, 2026
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Adeleke Rejects ADC Pact Claims After Osun Election Victory

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Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today: Naira Trades at ₦1,332.49

Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today: Naira Trades at ₦1,332.49

Dollar to Naira exchange rate for October 12, 2026. The dollar trades at ₦1,332.49 at NFEM and ₦1,380 at the parallel market.

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Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today: Naira Trades at ₦1,332.49

Dollar to Naira exchange rate for October 12, 2026. The dollar trades at ₦1,332.49 at NFEM and ₦1,380 at the parallel market.

By Bisi Adeyemi
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US States Demand Sweeping Instagram Changes as Meta Privacy Trial Begins

US States Demand Sweeping Instagram Changes as Meta Privacy Trial Begins

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Nigeria Evacuating 83 Citizens From South Africa Amid Xenophobia Threats

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Jannik Sinner Out of US Open After Right Knee Injury Fails to Heal

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The Daily Brief

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FIFA Bans Paredes for 10 Games, Hits Argentina With Massive Fines

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