…plaintiff challenged the continued participation of the affected political parties in Nigeria's electoral process and sought orders compelling INEC to deregister them. The Federal High Court agreed with the plaintiff and ordered INEC to deregister the five political parties. However, the judgment did not take immediate…
Three Senior Advocates of Nigeria are set to battle for the presidency of the Nigerian Bar Association as lawyers across the country prepare to elect new national officers on July 18. The presidential race pits Olumuyiwa Akinboro, Lateef Akangbe and Oyinkansola Badejo-Okunsanya against one another in an election expect…
…inclusive and better equipped to secure a peaceful world," he said. The IGP said the Nigeria Police Force, which serves more than 230 million people, was navigating rapid digital transformation, making innovation "no longer a choice" but "an operational necessity." "Criminal networks now exploit artificial intelligence…
…Adviser to the President on Media and Policy Communications, Daniel Bwala, has said a Nigerian earning ₦60,000 a month is better off than many Nigerians who relocated abroad five years ago, arguing that The post Earning N60,000 in Nigeria better off those who japa five years ago - Bwala appeared first on Tribune Online…
GistReel Nigerian comedian and actor Bovi has sparked reactions online after advising people to avoid doing business with anyone who believes Cristiano Ronaldo is a better footballer than Lionel Messi. In a video shared on X (formerly Twitter), he claimed a person's opinion on the long-running football debate could rev…
The Nigerian naira traded at approximately ₦1,373.99 per United States dollar at the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) on Thursday, July 9, 2026, according to the latest available market data. Data from the official foreign exchange market showed the naira continuing to trade within a relatively stable r…
By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has stated that the Standard N100 note is still a legal tender and must be accepted for all transactions. The apex bank, in a statement by its Ag. Director, Corporate Communications, Mrs. Hakama Sidi-Ali, yesterday, said the clarification became necessa…
…prices climbed across several petroleum depots in Lagos, reflecting mixed trends in Nigeria's downstream petroleum market. Meanwhile, the global crude oil prices suddenly surged sharply on Wednesday, with international benchmark Brent crude climbing close to the $80 per barrel mark, signalling renewed strength in the o…
…offenses in different courts, and those charges are clearly bailable offenses under the Nigerian law,” she said. She explained that although El-Rufai had repeatedly applied for bail, the conditions attached to the approvals had made his release difficult. “In the High Court, he was denied bail. In the Federal High Cour…
…Mountains, an area known to harbour remnants of terrorist groups operating along the Nigeria-Cameroon border. She was accompanied by her two-year-old child, Musbahu Christopher, at the time of the arrest. Items recovered from the suspect included an Itel mobile phone, an extra battery, and some personal clothing. Durin…
Cardi B and Nigerian goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, spotted looking cozy at Paris Fashion Week Singer, Cardi B and Nigerian goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, were spotted looking cozy at Paris Fashion Week. The 6'6" Udinese and Super Eagles goalkeeper and Cardi B were at the Jean Paul Gaultier Fall/Winter 2026 Haute Couture show (a…
…rescue of the victim and the apprehension of the perpetrators in collaboration with the Nigerian Army, members of the Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) and hunters. The CP has assured residents that we will do everything possible to bring the perpetrators to justice and asks members of the public with useful information…
GistReel A Nigerian lady has accused officers of the Nigeria Police Force of assaulting her and her younger sister during what she described as an unprovoked encounter after leaving a nightclub in Surulere, Lagos. According to the lady, the incident happened in the early hours of Friday after she, her sister and a frie…
…his involvement with the council was driven by a desire to attract foreign investment to Nigeria. "I don't really have a negative plan. It's all about passion for the country. That agency is to bring foreign investors to Nigeria and make Nigeria a preferred destination for investment," he said. Reps track N1.3bn budget…
…on July 6, 2026, by operatives of the Service and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) Aviation Security (AVSEC) at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, while attempting to board a flight to Abuja. According to the DSS, the drone was allegedly being transported without the mandatory End…
…from N1,405 per dollar on Tuesday. But the naira was stable at N1,379 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), as data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that the indicative exchange rate remained unchanged at N1,379 per dollar. Consequently, the margin between the parallel and official mar…
By Chioma Gabriel The presidential hopeful for the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in the upcoming 2027 elections, Mr Peter Obi, has raised the alarm over his safety and the systematic frustration of his businesses, claiming he "might not even be alive" to contest the next poll. Speaking during an interview on With C…
…I had attended the wedding of a friend's daughter in London. There I met some old Nigerian friends, some based in Nigeria, who I hadn't seen for several years. We exchanged pleasantries and banters. Then, one of them said: "I read your newspaper column, why are you always critical of President Bola Tinubu." He said bei…
Domestic carrier, United Nigeria Airlines, has entered into a strategic partnership with Boulevard Hotels to offer members of its Unity Rewards loyalty programme exclusive hotel benefits. The incentives offered in the programme include: a 25 percent discount on room rates, complimentary breakfast, early check-in, late…
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, and the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral maritime cooperation, enhance regional maritime governance, and promote the sustainable development of the Blue Economy across West Africa. Speak…
Nigeria's healthcare system is being sustained by the heroism of doctors and other health workers rather than strong institutions, a Professor of Haematology and Laboratory Medicine, Prof. Obike Ibegbulam, warned on Wednesday. The don said unless governments at all levels urgently invest in resilient healthcare infrast…
GistReel A Nigerian man has opened up about his encounter after attending a wedding with his wealthy friend. Identified as @Mikelliberation on X, the man shared that upon arrival at the wedding, he was allowed entry while his friend was denied access. Man Shares Encounter At Wedding Meanwhile , his friend w…
…On April 23, Vanguard Law & Human Rights highlighted some of the challenges plaguing the Nigerian judiciary, chief among them the judiciary's continued reliance on analogue systems. This factor, it noted, was partly responsible for the slow pace of justice administration in the country - a situation that breeds widespr…
By Chioma Obinna The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has secured the release on bail of renowned consultant cardiac surgeon, Prof. (Dr.) Martin Aghaji, after he was arrested and detained by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) over an alleged economic crime. Aghaji was arrested at his residence in En…
…expanding access to treatment and rehabilitation, and promoting the wellbeing of Nigerians. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, gave the assurance at the opening of the National Drug Use Summit in Abuja on Wednesday. The summit, themed “Addressing Illicit Drug Use and Trafficking:…