…and illegal production. Those losses could hardly come at a worse time. As the federal government searches for new domestic revenue sources to reduce dependence on oil and as well, finance infrastructure, healthcare, and education, hundreds of billions of naira continue to leak into the informal economy. Every illicit…

…the prosecution is politically motivated. ADC alleges assault The ADC has accused the Federal Government of subjecting El-Rufai to political persecution, alleging that operatives of the ICPC denied him access to medical treatment, arrested his personal physician and assaulted his wife. In a statement issued on Tuesday…

…of NIMC, Engr Abisoye Coker-Odusote, disclosed this during a courtesy visit to the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, as part of stakeholder engagements on the implementation of the new NIMC Act. President Bola Tinubu signed the NIMC Act into law on June 26, 2026, replacing the 2007 Act. Coker-Odusote sa…

…access required more than financing businesses. "We realised very quickly that we needed to be more than just an investor. Building this market required us to combine catalytic capital with technical assistance, venture support, ecosystem development, and strategic partnerships. That is how lasting impact is created."…

By Henry Obetta The Health Writers Association of Nigeria (HEWAN) has commended the Federal Government for establishing the National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office (NHTDAO), describing the initiative as a landmark policy decision that will strengthen digital health governance, improve evidence-based decisi…

…of dollars. Court documents show both matters are before Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja. Yisawu is facing eight charges, including alleged conversions of $789,950 and $122,600, while Dikko is facing 12 counts covering transactions dating back to 2022. Count one of the eight charges alleged that be…

THE Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has been ranked among the top three best-performing Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government in the 2026 Public Service Reforms Performance Assessment conducted by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR).

The Federal Government has commenced moves to sanitise airport car hire operations through the introduction of a new technology-driven system aimed at eliminating unregulated activities, improving passenger safety and closing security loopholes across the nation's airports. The initiative, known as the Airport Car Hire…

IHS Nigeria has completed a clean cooking initiative in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, distributing 10,000 liquefied petroleum gas cylinders to households as part of efforts to reduce dependence on firewood and charcoal. The communications infrastructure company said the programme, known as Project Breathe Clean…

…commanders in Borno By Henry Umoru & Ndahi Marama ABUJA - The Senate has urged the Federal Government to halt the policy of rehabilitating and reintegrating former Boko Haram members into society, and ensure that perpetrators of terrorism and banditry are, instead, arrested and made to face the full wrath of the law. T…

The Nigerian Press Organisation has welcomed President Bola Tinubu's directive to the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission to investigate the activities of major global technology companies and generative artificial intelligence platforms operating in Nigeria. The organisation described the move as a…

…an impressive save midway through the first half, while Camilo Vargas denied Fabian Rieder and Dan Ndoye at the other end. The contest remained evenly balanced after the break, with Switzerland enjoying more possession but struggling to break down Colombia’s disciplined defence. Switzerland progress to to World Cup las…

…“despicable” and saying she was unworthy of holding public office. The French Football Federation has since announced plans to pursue criminal charges against Amarilla, calling her comments “utterly abhorrent and unacceptable.” FIFA has not indicated when the investigation into the alleged abuse of IShowSpeed is expect…

…during his country’s last-16 win over co-hosts the United States, the Belgian Football Federation announced on Tuesday. The 24-year-old Aston Villa midfielder was forced off early in Belgium’s 4-1 victory over the US in Seattle on Monday. “Unfortunately, the medical examinations have confirmed that Amadou has suffered…

…Initiative Take part in Nigeria’s power industry reform. Learn the technical knowledge needed to install smart power meters worldwide and become a certified professional. Unlock the opportunity to earn money, establish a sustainable income, and attain greater financial independence while also helping to close the count…

…follow recent public debates over Bayelsa’s poverty profile, stressing that while federal policies influence the national economy, the constitutional responsibility for developing the state’s economy rests largely with the governor and his administration. According to him, poverty should not be viewed merely as a socia…

…and herders into an economic opportunity for citizens through the introduction of the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development. " I created the Livestock Ministry to create economic opportunities for Africans. The cotton, ginnery and garment industries are job creators. If we partner well and incorporate these ideas a…

…Intervention Promotion Council was fictitious and had never been established by the Federal Government. "The directive follows the discovery of the fictitious PFIPC, which was never established by the Federal Government of Nigeria and has no basis in any law, presidential instrument, executive approval, or other lawful…

…a monumental upset. Egypt looked poised to score a famous victory at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium after goals from Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Zico left them 2-0 up with just 11 minutes of normal time remaining. But Cristian Romero's 79th-minute header from a pinpoint Messi cross gave the defending champions a lifeli…

The Federal Government says the country is well and uniquely poised to help address global energy challenges. Dr Ekperikpe Ekpo, the Minister of State, Petroleum Resources (Gas), made this submission at the opening of the Nigeria Oil and Gas (NOG) Energy Week on Tuesday in Abuja. The 25th NOG has its theme as "Forging…

…so that Nigeria can maintain balance.” Suleiman also commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and the Minister of Works for what he described as their contributions to infrastructure development. He maintained that the North would not support the presidential candidate of the African Democr…

…with that stance."Coventry confirmed that while the IOC will allow its international federations to make their own decisions regarding the future hosting of events in Russia, the IOC itself will not stage any competitions in the country or invite Russian government officials to its events."Our country's return to the O…

…from a sub-committee and comments allegedly made by the Attorney General of the Federation, which reportedly directed the postponement of the election and other far-reaching changes to the NBA's electoral process. The NBA described the alleged directives as unconstitutional, saying the Attorney General lacked the legal…

…by Emefiele's counsel, Matthew Burkaa (SAN), before Justice Yusuf Halilu of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, Abuja. Agulu told the court that although he had earlier testified to disbursing over N1.6bn linked to Emefiele, he neither received the funds directly from the former CBN governor nor witnesse…

…company, noted that payments businesses entering new markets often find themselves redesigning compliance processes country by country because regulators interpret money movement differently, even when the underlying transactions are identical. Freddie Omany, managing director at PawaPay. Image source: TechCabal. Bart-…