…President William Ruto signed the Central Bank of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2026, into law, introducing reforms that set out how Kenya will respond to future banking crises by establishing rules for emergency support to lenders and expanding the central bank’s role in preserving financial stability. Under the law, the CB…

…of Orugbam, Egbor and neighbouring communities to remain calm, refrain from taking the law into their own hands and cooperate with the police by providing credible information that could assist the investigation. "Further developments will be communicated as the investigation progresses. The communities should remain c…

…country's youngest chartered accountant by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, in a statement. "This remarkable milestone is a testament to the power of hard work, discipline, resilience and an unwavering commitment to excellence," the minister had said in the statement. Sharing her testimony before th…

By Yinka Kolawole Nigeria's manufacturers are increasingly embracing local sourcing and value addition as a survival strategy to reduce dependence on imported inputs amid rising production costs that continue to undermine their competitiveness within the domestic and regional markets. Industry operators, however, warn…

…while speaking with journalists shortly after the installation of Venerable Emmanuel Kolawole as the seventh Dean of the Archbishop Vining Memorial Cathedral Church, Ikeja, Lagos, on Sunday. Also instituted as canons during the service were Revd Canons Tope Fashogbon, Innocent Okonkwo, Lekan Daramola, Samson Ogabi, Mic…

…describing it as another critical section in need of rehabilitation. A resident, Sesan Lawal, who also runs a motorcycle business in the area, said, "The government is trying with the flyover project, and we appreciate that. But other parts of this road also deserve urgent attention. The Onibuku, Baba Ode, and Goro axe…

…from the burden of duty that the Constitution places upon the National Assembly "to make laws for the peace, order and good government of the Federation or any part thereof..." What exactly does the responsibility to act mean to us at the National Assembly? It suggests the exigency of acting with clarity and precision…

By CHIDO ONUMAH On July 2, 2026, Nigeria's defence, intelligence, law enforcement, anti-corruption, emergency response, and public safety agencies took an extraordinary step by jointly addressing the nation on the state of national security. The initiative emerged from consultations among the leadership of these instit…

…achieved. The ministry also advised Nigerians residing in South Africa to remain calm, law-abiding and vigilant, urging them to relocate to safer areas and avoid locations prone to violence amid ongoing xenophobic and Afrophobic demonstrations. The ministry, however, appealed to Nigerians not to engage in retaliatory a…

…national security matters, while state police would be responsible for enforcing state laws, maintaining public order and protecting lives and property within their jurisdictions. Bamidele said the bill equally contains several safeguards designed to prevent governors from abusing state police. He explained that althou…

…produced another commanding display on Sunday, defeating Rwanda 106-62 to complete a flawless qualifying window and secure passage to the second round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The emphatic victory ensured Nigeria finished the three-game window with a perfect recor…

…Development, Abubakar Batta; Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe; House of Representatives candidate for Ifelodun/Offa/Oyun Federal Constituency, Rafiu Ajakaye; Chairman, Lower Niger River Basin Development Authority, Abdullateef Alakawa, among others.

…members. The proposed reforms, announced by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, are aimed at repositioning the NYSC into a skills-driven and productivity-focused institution aligned with the Federal Government's economic agenda. Other measures approved by the FEC include a technology-driven call-up pro…

…out to close him down. Nyland continued to frustrate Brazil, producing a good save to claw away Rayan's fierce strike before making another outstanding stop to deny Guimaraes, although the offside flag went up. The arrival of Neymar in the 67th minute drew huge roars from the largely pro-Brazil crowd. It was Norway who…

…with agencies including the EFCC and other security institutions despite having no lawful authority. It said the Presidency’s explanation only raises more questions. “How did an alleged impostor gain unrestricted access to the Presidency? Who authorised the allocation of office space? Who approved the deployment of sta…

…calm and allow relevant institutions to perform their duties in line with the rule of law. "Our democracy is strengthened when facts prevail over speculation and institutions are respected," he said, urging citizens to "reject misinformation and avoid premature conclusions." He stressed that the country's focus should…

…and other national security matters. The state police, he said, would enforce state laws, maintain public order, prevent crime within their jurisdictions and protect lives and property. The Senate Leader said the bill also provides safeguards to prevent abuse of state police by governors. He explained that while govern…

…and perpetrate crime. "While the Command regrets the inconvenience this may cause to law-abiding residents, the exercise has become necessary in view of prevailing security concerns and the increasing use of such vehicles by criminals to conceal their identities and frustrate law enforcement efforts. "The Command there…

…Sanwo-Olu, Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, and the Oniru of Iruland, Oba Gbolahan Lawal, have urged political leaders to uphold democratic principles, promote patriotism and place national interest above personal ambition. They made the call on Sunday during separate meetings with members of the All Progressives Co…

…State Governor Dikko Umaru Radda, represented at the ceremony by his deputy, Faruk Lawal Jobe, commended the Buhari family for sustaining the late president's ideals through investments in education. "This edifice is a remarkable achievement. It is contributing towards education and knowledge, and there is no greater i…

…official found culpable after due process should be prosecuted in accordance with the law, while any funds determined to have been unlawfully diverted or spent outside constitutional provisions should be recovered and returned to the Federation Account. HURIWA maintained that the matter extends beyond politics, describ…

…issued on Sunday in Abuja. A member of the House Committees on Youth and Defence, the lawmaker described the NYSC as a strategic national institution whose founding objectives should be preserved while reforms are considered. His comments followed the Federal Government’s unveiling of what the Minister of Youth Develop…

…The party added that any deductions from state allocations found to have been made unlawfully should be refunded, while relevant anti-corruption agencies should investigate any evidence of financial misconduct in accordance with the law.

…a thorough and impartial investigation, insisting that anyone found to have violated the law should be held accountable through due process. He said Nigerians deserve transparent governance anchored on integrity, accountability and the rule of law.

…of the reforms and instead, constitute a broader committee to review them. The lawmaker made the call in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja. A member of the House Committees on Youth and Defence, Agbese described the NYSC as "A national institution that has played a critical role in fostering national unity which sh…