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Pennsylvania, USA — A U.S. federal court has sentenced Samuel Olasunkanmi Abiodun, a Nigerian national, to five years in prison for his involvement in a transnational sextortion and wire fraud conspiracy that led to the tragic death of a teenager in Pennsylvania. The sentence was announced by U.S. Attorney David Metcalf, who stated that Abiodun…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised former President Muhammadu Buhari for officially designating June 12 as Nigeria’s Democracy Day, describing the move as a courageous correction of historical injustice and a tribute to the Nigerian people’s democratic aspirations. Addressing a joint session of the National Assembly on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, as…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed that CBEX (Crypto Bridge Exchange), operating under the corporate identity of ST Technologies International Ltd, also known as Smart Treasure or Super Technology, remains banned from operating in Nigeria. This clarification was issued in a public notice released yesterday, amid reports suggesting that CBEX…
ABUJA — Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has donated laptops, printers, and a total of ₦6 million to the Government Secondary School in Chibok, Borno State, as part of his commitment to improving education and infrastructure in underserved communities. In a statement shared via his official account on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday,…
NIGERIA – A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Jesutega Onokpasa, a prominent political commentator, has passed away. Onokpasa died on Monday, and the news of his passing was confirmed Tuesday. Pro APC advocate Okezie Atani announced his passing via his X page, mentioning the political figure by his wife and children. He wrote, “We…
United States – President Donald Trump’s administration said Monday it was sending 700 US Marines and thousands more National Guard troops to Los Angeles, sparking a furious response from California’s governor over the “deranged” deployment. Trump had already mobilized 2,000 National Guard members to the country’s second most populous city on Saturday, with some 300 taking…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Russian Federation has unveiled plans to strengthen its educational partnership with Nigeria through increased scholarship opportunities and broader academic collaboration. The announcement was made by the Russian Ambassador to Nigeria, Amb. Andrey Podelyshev, during a press briefing held Monday evening in Abuja. Speaking on Russia’s long-term vision, Amb. Podelyshev revealed that…
Abuja, Nigeria:Aliyu Audu has tendered his resignation as Senior Special Assistant to the President on Public Affairs, effective immediately. In a letter dated June 8, 2025, and addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu through the Chief of Staff, Audu announced his departure from the role, expressing deep appreciation for the opportunity to serve in the…
Delta state, Nigeria: The Delta State Government has approved the release of ₦6.7 billion as its counterpart contribution to access the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) grant, aimed at bolstering basic education infrastructure across the state. This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Works (Rural and Public Infrastructure), Mr. Charles Aniagwu, during a press briefing…
NIGERIA – The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, said it has arrested a driver who allegedly attempted to run away after causing an accident that resulted in the death of a pedestrian. This was contained in a statement by Mr Taofiq Adebayo, Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, LASTMA. He said the lone accident…
NIGERIA – Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, the Ooni of Ife has commended President Bola Tinubu’s newly proposed forest guard security structure. Ogunwusi gave the commendation when he paid a courtesy visit to the President at his Ikoyi residence in Lagos on Sunday. While speaking with journalists after the visit, the Ooni expressed optimism about the Tinubu administration’s…
LAGOS STATE – Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has conducted an official inspection and handover of three newly acquired Blue Line train sets to the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority, LAMATA. The newly delivered trains, recently imported by the State Government, mark another milestone in the state’s rail infrastructure development. During his visit to…
NATIONWIDE – Managing Director of Federal Roads Maintenance Agency, FERMA, Dr. Chukwuemeka Agbasi, has promised that the agency will intensify it’s repair of federal roads across the country to make them motorable. He also commended President Bola Tinubu for his unwavering support to the agency through his renewed hope agenda, which he noted was the…
NIGERIA – President Bola Tinubu, this afternoon, told the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, he was no longer angry with him and that “all his sins” had been forgiven. This development came about after the president met with members of the Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), who came to plead on behalf of the governor, and…
Lagos, Nigeria — The gospel music scene is undergoing a dynamic transformation as a new generation of artistes blends afrobeats, RnB, and urban sounds into traditional worship. These fresh voices are not only reshaping the sonic landscape of Christian music but also broadening its appeal to younger, global audiences. AnEndlessOceanAyobami Alli-Hakeem, better known as AnEndlessOcean,…
Akwa lbom, Nigeria:In a significant political development, Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has formally announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing alignment with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reform agenda. Speaking during a press conference in Uyo on Friday, Governor Eno confirmed the decision…
Abuja, Nigeria:The Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources has honoured 25 retired staff members for their exemplary service, professionalism, and dedication throughout their careers. The recognition ceremony, held in Abuja, was part of the Ministry’s 2025 Ministerial Awards and Recognition event—an initiative aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the current administration to promote a culture…
Makkah, Saudi Arabia — The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced that return flights for Nigerian pilgrims will officially begin on the 13th of Dhul-Hijjah, marking the conclusion of the 2025 Hajj exercise. NAHCON Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, confirmed that the initial departures will involve pilgrims from Imo…
Ibadan, Oyo State — Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has proposed a sweeping constitutional amendment that would introduce a single-term limit of five or six years for all elected public officials across Nigeria’s three tiers of government. Makinde made the proposal on Friday during a courtesy visit at his Ikolaba residence in Ibadan, shortly after…
NIGERIA – The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has called on Nigerians to embrace selflessness, compassion and generosity in the collective pursuit of a better Nigeria. The party made this call in a post on its official X handle as it congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and across the world on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. The opposition…
Abuja, Nigeria — Nigeria mourns the passing of Professor Jibril Aminu, former Minister of Petroleum and Education, who died at the age of 85 on Thursday in Abuja after a prolonged illness. The announcement was confirmed by family sources, with funeral prayers held at 2:00pm at the Abuja National Mosque, after which his remains…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Cristiano Ronaldo continues to redefine football history, with landmark achievements that highlight his enduring excellence on the global stage. In a significant development in November 2024, the Portuguese forward became the first player ever to score against 200 different teams—comprising 152 clubs and 48 national teams—after netting a goal in a…
Abuja, Nigeria — Ram sellers across major Nigerian cities have lamented poor patronage as prices of rams surge ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, attributing the spike to insecurity, inflation, and supply chain disruptions. In Abuja, livestock traders at the Dei-Dei market blamed the drastic price increase on reduced supply from the Northwest and neighboring countries,…
Asaba, Nigeria — The absence of the prosecution team has once again disrupted proceedings in the high-profile terrorism and attempted murder case involving the Iyase of Ogwashi-Uku, Chief Michael Nwaukoni, and four others. The case, marked FHC/Asb/18C/24, was scheduled for hearing at the Federal High Court in Asaba but was adjourned by Justice Olufumilola Agbaje…
LAGOS STATE – Pastor Tunde Bakare, the founder of the Citadel Global Community Church, has explained the reason behind his visit to President Bola Tinubu in Lagos. The preacher paid a courtesy visit to President Tinubu 45 days after he criticised his administration. While speaking at his church in April, Pastor Bakare warned the President…
Washington, D.C. — The United States has officially raised tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum to 50%, following a new executive order signed by President Donald Trump, in a move aimed at tightening protectionist trade policies. However, the United Kingdom has been granted temporary exemption from the hike, as its tariff rate remains at 25%,…
Saudi Arabia, Nigeria: Nigerian pilgrims have joined hundreds of thousands of Muslims in Mina, Saudi Arabia, marking the official commencement of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. The movement to Mina signals the start of the five-day religious journey, one of the central pillars of Islam. This year, over 1.47 million international pilgrims are participating…
Lagos, Nigeria — Embattled Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara paid a visit to President Bola Tinubu in Lagos on Tuesday, amid ongoing political tension surrounding his administration. The meeting comes on the heels of Fubara’s suspension by the President, alongside that of his deputy and several members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, following…
Lagos, Nigeria — Wema Bank PLC has been awarded the prestigious title of Commercial Bank of the Year at the 2025 edition of the Nairametrics Capital Market Choice (NCMC) Awards. The announcement was made during a gala ceremony held in Lagos to honor top performers in Nigeria’s capital markets. Organised by Nairametrics, the NCMC Awards…
Abuja, Nigeria — The ongoing industrial action by the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has stalled legal proceedings involving suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The senator was expected to appear before the Federal Capital Territory High Court on Tuesday, but the strike action, which began on Monday, prevented the scheduled arraignment from taking…
ABUJA – THE Federal Government disclosed yesterday it has commenced the validation of a National Consumer Trust Framework to deepen financial inclusion and restore credibility in the banking sector. The initiative, expected to tackle cyber fraud and rebuild public confidence in Nigeria’s financial system, is led by the Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion,…
