…is expected to support technology-driven governance by improving the tracking of mining operations, strengthening enforcement, promoting data-driven decision-making and accelerating ongoing reforms aimed at sanitising the sector. The development was disclosed in a statement signed by Lara Owoeye-Wise, Special Assistant…

…calm, avoid speculation and refrain from actions capable of inflaming tensions or undermining public peace. While acknowledging the grief and emotions generated by the tragedy, he urged the public to allow the appropriate institutions to perform their duties without interference or undue pressure.The lawmaker further a…

…and other stakeholders to ensure that public safety is promoted without undermining the constitutional guarantees of freedom of religion and expression,” the statement added. The association, however, reaffirmed its commitment to the rule of law and responsible religious conduct, urging preachers to carry out evangelis…

…has also forced many downstream operators to reassess replacement costs when determining depot prices, amid ongoing uncertainty in the international oil market.Dangote loading disruption influences depot pricesThe inflow of new cargoes coincides with market reactions to the Dangote Refinery's temporary suspension of pr…

…died on Friday after falling down a mine shaft during an operation targeting illicit mining, a police spokeswoman said. The deaths are the first military fatalities since President Cyril Ramaphosa deployed troops in March to bolster police operations against crime and illegal mining. The incident occurred at an abandon…

…High Court, Abuja, border on terrorism, kidnapping, concealment, incitement and illegal mining. The defendants, all of Suleja Local Government Area of Niger State, are alleged to have conspired with one Muhammad Sani, Jibril Mohammed and Ibrahim Khabab between January and May 2026 to k!dnap school children and teachers…

…overwhelming. He said the team analyzed museum collections and comparative datasets, examining skulls, pelts, and skeletal anatomy alongside specimens from known African colobus monkeys, which allowed them to demonstrate conclusively that Colobus congoensis represents a distinct species.However, there are some conserva…

…Sudanese firm operating in Hong Kong.Britain further sanctioned two state-owned Sudanese mining companies accused of generating gold revenues for the Sudanese Armed Forces. A third state-owned company, Ariab Mining Company, was also designated over allegations that it was "channelling revenue from conflict gold to both…

…for national development. Halilu said innovation would play a critical role in determining Nigeria’s future competitiveness, adding that NASENI’s Innovate Nigeria programme provides grants of up to N250 million to support innovators and technology-driven enterprises. He urged young Nigerians to continuously upgrade the…

…But Google’s head of global affairs Kent Walker said the EU moves risked “undermining vital privacy and security guardrails for millions of Europeans”. He said AI assistants already could access Android and by sharing search data, “Europeans’ private searches would be exposed to unfamiliar companies, without adequate a…

…some persons in the Israeli government of orchestrating a covert campaign aimed at undermining him over the Trump administration's efforts to negotiate a deal with Iran. Speaking with Joe Rogan on his podcast, broadcast on Wednesday, Vance downplayed Israel's alleged political influence on US policies in the Iran war.…

…opportunity to examine how FATF standards could be implemented effectively without undermining human rights. He noted that the 2023 revision of FATF Recommendation 8 clarified that only non-profit organisations (NPOs) that fall within FATF’s definition should be subjected to counter-terrorism financing measures, stress…

…us to resolve that the governor of Oyo State should not be seen as downplaying, undermining and politicising an issue that ought to be something the whole nation across party divides should commend the armed forces for what they have done on this occasion and continue to encourage them to do so.” Oshiomhole’s position…

…with The PUNCH, said the Presidency had no objection to an international body examining the incident if Makinde believed there were unresolved issues. “The Governor has just expressed his opinion that the UN should probe this incident. Our doors are open. Let the UN come if he thinks there is more to it than what our m…

…use of the documents, saying the development was capable of creating confusion and undermining public confidence in the electoral body. In a statement by Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC dismissed the reported upload as false, insisting that only the leadership recognised by INEC had access to the commission’s nominati…

…assault. However, following an investigation that included reviewing CCTV footage and examining digital devices, officers concluded that the available evidence did not meet the threshold for prosecution, and no further action was taken. Following the investigation, FIFA removed Dieperink from its roster of match offici…

…miners during a coordinated enforcement operation that led to the closure of an illegal mining site in Osun State. The suspects, Danladi Isa and Musa Kabiru, both in their twenties, are casual workers. Both are giving useful information that would help investigators fish out their sponsors. The operation, carried out b…

…people.” He warned, “An investigation that is not seen as fair and impartial risks undermining public trust regardless of its findings. “Nigeria’s international reputation is also at stake. The global community closely watches how countries respond to allegations of corruption involving senior public officials”. In his…

…police divisions nationwide in line with Section 66(3) of the Police Act. Before determining the substantive issues, the court dismissed a preliminary objection filed by the PSC challenging the competence of the suit and the locus standi of the NBA to institute the action. Justice Anuwe held that the NBA had the requis…

…by French prosecutors into Amarilla's comments. French authorities are reportedly examining whether the senator committed aggravated public insults motivated by the victim's actual or perceived origin, ethnicity, nationality, race, or religion. If found guilty, Amarilla could face penalties of up to one year in prison…

…network connected to Berrebouh's criminal activities. Police are reportedly examining Nasri's alleged involvement in the "organised money laundering" aspect of the case through XS nightclub in Ivry-sur-Seine, Val-de-Marne. Nasri became a shareholder in the venue around 2016 after reportedly investing a few hundred thou…

…sustained policy implementation and operational resilience will be key factors in determining whether Nigeria qualifies for Frontier Market status. The development follows a series of reforms spearheaded by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), alongside the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group), Central Securiti…

…consistent policy implementation and operational resilience will be critical in determining whether Nigeria qualifies for Frontier Market classification during the 2027 review. The development comes as Nigeria's capital market continues to implement wide-ranging reforms led by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SE…

…under his Seven-Point Agenda for the sector. She emphasized the scale of Nigeria's mining opportunity, and its historical underperformance, despite the presence of more than 44 minerals in commercial quantities across over 500 locations, spanning gold, iron ore, lithium, coal, bitumen, barite and gemstones. Meanwhile,…

…have launched an investigation into the incident. Investigators are examining witness accounts, the aircraft, flight school records and communications from the flight, while also considering whether any mechanical issues may have contributed to the unusual circumstances. The student was not injured, and the aircraft la…