The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has re-arraigned a former Chairman of the Board of Directors of defunct Skye Bank Plc, now Polaris Bank Limited, Tunde Ayeni, over an alleged N15.6 billion fraud. The development was disclosed during proceedings before Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital T…

…remarks at a media parley held on Monday in Abeokuta, the state capital, where he appreciated the media for their "critical role" in shaping public accountability and democratic development. Adebutu lamented that journalists are operating in "one of the most difficult periods" globally, particularly in Nigeria, and cal…

…identified himself as her media aide. In a statement released on Monday by her Special Assistant on Media, Austine Elemue, the minister's office said the appointments did not originate from her office. Elemue stated that he is the only authorised media aide permitted to issue official statements on behalf of the minist…

…or the Southeast geopolitical zone. Accordingly, Ohanaeze Ndigbo unequivocally disassociated the Igbo nation from the said call for the resignation of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by its factional Deputy President-General, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro,…

The High Court of Justice, Kebbi State, sitting in the Birnin Kebbi Judicial Division, on Monday adjourned the trial of a nurse, Hannatu James, who is facing charges over the alleged death of two minors at Martha Bamaiyi General Hospital, Zuru. Justice Nusirat Ibrahim Umar adjourned the matter until July 13, 2026, foll…

…the escalating crackdown on the rights to freedom of expression, peaceful assembly, association and media freedom, and the flagrant disregard for the rule of law by Nigerian authorities." According to SERAP, "Nigerian authorities should safeguard, not stifle, human rights and the rule of law in the country." The statem…

Jeremy Doku has become a father, the Belgian football association announced Monday, days after the player’s plans to leave the World Cup to be there for the birth sparked controversy. After consultations with medical staff, Doku was allowed to temporarily leave the Red Devils before last Sunday’s game with Iran to join…

The judges' lawyer informed the court that a joint preliminary objection and a joint statement of defence had been filed in response to the suit.

…caused confusion in the area as residents scrambled for safety, while economic and social activities were temporarily disrupted. The Niger State Police Command spokesman, SP Wasiu Abiodun, while confirming the development, stated that a joint security team promptly responded to the threat posed by the terrorist group.…

…of Budget; Ministry of Transport and Energy; and other relevant players in the official procurement process, the Borno State Government wishes to state categorically that no rail construction project was awarded, funded, or executed by the Government during the 2025 fiscal year. “It is hereby confirmed that no Executiv…

…hackers unlock older iPhones. This release opens the door for other researchers who specialize in finding iOS vulnerabilities, such as those working for governments or their contractors, to develop effective hacks for iPhones, provided they can find additional vulnerabilities to chain together with this one. This could…

A disturbing video has been circulating on social media. In it, a teenage boy claims that he and about 30 other teenagers have been undergoing military-style weapons training inside a thick forest along the Adamawa-Borno axis. To test the credibility of his account, he was reportedly handed a rifle and asked to dismant…

…dividends in the power sector. Among the profound impacts of the REA is the financial and operational lifeline to critical public institutions. By deploying solar hybrid mini-grids, the REA is permanently driving down the cost of governance and improving public service delivery. Under the Energizing Education Programme…

…Alexandra Auditorium (PAA), UNN. The monumental 411-page compendium, edited by Associate Prof. Greg Mbajiorgu and Chikaogwu Kanu, celebrates the extraordinary life, scholarship, and artistic genius of Emeritus Professor El Anatsui. The Ghanaian-born artist lived and worked in Nsukka for forty-seven years, rising from t…

By Cynthia Alo The Cocoa and Coffee Farmers Alliance Association of Africa, COCEFAAA, has warned that global cocoa prices could rise above $10,000 per tonne again as multinational food companies channel investments into laboratory-grown cocoa instead of supporting smallholder farmers across Africa. The association said…

…statement noted that the technology-driven system eliminated traditional bottlenecks associated with promotion exercises, enhanced operational efficiency, and ensured that all eligible personnel were given equal opportunities to compete strictly on the basis of merit, competence and performance. To further strengthen t…

…Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project in Epe, Lagos State. He maintained that no politician could attain the presidency through deception, stressing that truth, accountability and a verifiable record of service are the hallmarks of credible leadership. Commenting on reports circulating on social media that former Anamb…

…end due to the shock, emotions and depressed caused by the false information they saw. Social media, which was developed for the benefit of all, has turn into weapon fashioned against humanity as many bloggers and online users have turned into journalists without certification, and are spreading lots of false and inacc…

…Area of Oyo State. The Police, reacting to viral reports and videos circulating on social media, said there was no official confirmation that the victims had been rescued, insisting there was no evidence linking Igboho to any rescue operation. The development followed a warning by the activist, who accused criminal ele…

…meeting, the NURTW leadership outlined a three-pronged framework aimed at expanding social security coverage for its members. The proposal includes mass enrolment of transport workers into the Personal Pension Plan, the introduction of an automated daily pension contribution system linked to existing transport revenue…

…to millions of informal workers across the country, describing the current level of social protection as grossly inadequate. In a statement by its General Secretary, Gbenga Komolafe, FIWON lamented that the vast majority of Nigerian workers in the informal economy remain excluded from essential social security programm…

…pension scheme. According to him, "On the issue of pensioners, we have pensioners' associations that are affiliates of the labour centres, and we remain committed to their welfare." He noted that existing pension regulations provide for adjustments whenever the minimum wage is increased, especially for retirees under t…

…derailing the political process and, several persons and organisations including the judiciary, scrambled to douse the fires its was beginning to ignite. Not since the country's return to the democratic path twenty six years ago, has a judgement attracted this much opprobrium with no known body including its possible b…

…for reposing their trust in Governor Oyebanji. The President, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga, also lauded law enforcement agencies for maintaining law and order. He charged the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, "to continue to invest in conducting a pea…

…South-East states. He further argued that GDP figures do not adequately capture commercial networks, informal trade and investment flows, and that the spread of Igbo capital across Nigeria should be viewed as a strength rather than evidence of regional weakness. While these arguments may scratch the surface of the matt…