Amnesty kicks as police declare Nigerian journalist wanted
The Nigeria Police Force has asked the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) to produce its Founder and Editor-in-Chief, Fisayo Soyombo. FIJ, a media outfit based in Lagos State, recently published an…
NCC extends deadline for SIM-NIN linkage to July 31
The Nigerian Communications Commission has directed telecommunication companies to extend the disconnection of telephone lines not linked to National Identification Numbers from April 15, 2024, to July 31, 2024. A reliable…
JUST-IN: APC Suspends El-Rufai’s Loyalist As Woman Leader Over ‘Attack’ On Kaduna Gov
Badarawa/Malali Ward executive committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna North LGA of Kaduna State has suspended the State’s APC Woman Leader, Hajiya Maryam Suleiman popularly known as ‘Mai Rusau’, over…
Presidency accuses Peter Obi of exploiting ethnic and religious divides during 2023 elections
The Presidency has criticized Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, accusing him of stoking ethnic and religious tensions to advance his political agenda. Bayo Onanuga, a presidential aide, made the…
“El-rufai caused all the problems of insecurity we have in the north ”- APC chieftain blows hot
Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Yekini Nabena, has accused the former governor of Kaduna state, Nasir El-rufai, of being behind the insecurity in northern Nigeria. Nabena…
CBN slashes import duties seven times in two weeks
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has slashed customs import duties on cargoes imported into the country at the nation’s seaports and airports seven times within the space of two weeks. The customs duty dollar-denominated…
Rice farmers call on FG to restart Anchor Borrowers Program for lower rice prices
The Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria (RIFAN) has called on the federal government to restart the Anchor Borrowers Program (ABP) and address insecurity across the country as a measure to stem the ever-increasing rice…
Biden slammed for declaring Easter Sunday as Transgender day
US President, Joe Biden’s announcement of declaring this Easter Sunday as Transgender Day of Visibility has generated significant controversy. Although March 31 has always been set aside to honour the transgender…
Why next of kin can’t access funds after account owners’ death
Lagos-based legal practitioner and Principal/Founder, Muhammed Adam & Associates, Muhammed Adam, speaks to VICTORIA EDEME on issues associated with writing a will Can you explain the importance of having a will?…
NIMC lists fees for correcting NIN biodata on mobile app
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced the fees that Nigerians are required to pay to modify the data on their National Identification Number (NIN). NIMC last weekend disclosed that corrections…
Three bandit groups participated in Kuriga students abduction, received ransom – Sources
At least three groups of terrorists operating from Zamfara State were involved in the recent abduction of more than 130 students in Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, two intelligence sources and…
Banks May Explore Licence Downgrade For New Capital Base
As the board of banks sit to deliberate on the options they can explore to meet the new capital requirements, analysts and operators in the banking industry have said some may be forced to consider downgrading their…
Pressure Mounts On Governors To Rescue 2024 Hajj Exercise
There is growing pressure on state governors with large contingents of intending pilgrims to intervene in the sudden increase of the 2024 Hajj fare by the National Hajj Commission (NAHCON) earlier this week. While some…
Nigeria’s situation can be changed, says Obasanjo
The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, on Saturday played host to former President Olusegun Obasanjo, who charged political leaders on sacrifice and selflessness. Obaseki received Obasanjo who was on a courtesy visit at…
EFCC arraigns Binance chiefs Thursday, gets arrest warrant
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission will on Thursday arraign Binance Holdings Limited and two of its senior executives, Tigran Gambaryan and Nadeem Anjarwalla, who recently escaped from custody and fled Nigeria,…
Gaza War: Thousands of Israeli protesters demand Netanyahu’s resignation
Thousands of Israelis took to the streets again on Saturday to protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing religious government. This is happening as there is no sign of a let-up in Israel’s military…
Easter: Tinubu working hard to make life better for Nigerians, says Lagos APC
The Lagos state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) says the party is aware of the country’s problems and that the government is working hard to improve them. The state party chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi,…
Edo 2024: INEC displays governorship candidates list in Edo
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Saturday displayed the list of governorship candidates of the 17 political parties contesting the September 21 governorship election in Edo. The commission’s office…
White House Accuses Journalists Of Stealing From Airforce One
A White House staffer recently met a reporter for a covert assignment by the statue of Andrew Jackson in Lafayette Square. But the House of Cards-esque…
What does Aregbesola want from Oyetola?
I am compelled to ask this question because of what I knew before I came in contact with my Principal, Adegboyega Oyetola in July, 2019, and even afterwards. I am aware that…
Police arrest father, son for allegedly beating neighbour’s wife to death
The Police Command in Ogun has arrested a 54-year-old man, Chizoke Obiadada, and his 17-year-old son for allegedly beating to death their neighbour’s wife, 43-year-old Tope Owoade. Omolola Odutola, the State Police Public…
Spouse seeks US intervention as Binance top executive lingers in FG’s custody
The spouse of a detained senior official at Binance, the cryptocurrency trading platform, has reached out to the U.S. Congressional delegation in Nigeria, requesting their intervention for the release of her husband,…
Man swims across Third Mainland Bridge to promote mental health awareness
Akinrodoye Samuel, the Nigerian athlete better known as , has swum across 11.8 kilometres-long water of the Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos, to raise awareness on mental health. …
How Anthony Joshua’s company raked in £35.9m profit in 2023
Anthony Joshua‘s company, Sparta Promotions Limited recorded £35.9m profits and equity growth in 2023 after the British heavyweight enjoyed a massive outing in 2023. Adding to all his sponsorship deals, partnerships…