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Just In: Monarch’s Wife in EFCC Custody Over Alleged ₦600m Fraud After Jumping Bail

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has re-arrested Olori Halima Tejuoso over an alleged ₦600 million fraud involving Mrs. Mary Oluwaseye Sholoye...

Nigerian Envoy Presents Credentials in Jamaica, Pledges Stronger Bilateral Ties

By Omoyeni Ojeifo Nigeria’s High Commissioner to Jamaica, Dr. Jane Bassey Adams, has unveiled a “New Dawn” vision for Nigeria-Jamaica relations, seeking to...

33 More Nigerians Evacuated From South Africa Following Deaths of Two Citizens

By Omoyeni Ojeifo Another batch of 33 Nigerians have been evacuated from South Africa as xenophobic violence continues to threaten the safety and...

250,000 Serving Teachers Get Pathway to Professional Licensing

By Omoyeni Ojeifo A new Federal Government programme targeting 250,000 serving educators nationwide will offer thousands of uncertified teachers currently in classrooms a...

Trump Bans CNN, MS NOW, Politico Over ‘Fake News’, Announces ‘Permanent’ US Security Control of Greenland

US President Donald Trump has announced a ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House while simultaneously declaring a new...

I will retire from politics after my tenure as governor, says Alex Otti

By Segun Adebayo Abia Governor Alex Otti has indicated that he will retire from active politics after completing his tenure, saying he wants...

Oyedele, Cardoso Sign Pact to Tame Inflation, Debt, Forex

By Samuel Akpan The Federal Government and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have locked fiscal and monetary policy into a binding coordination...

Just In: Niger Imposes 24-Hour Curfew In Minna Over Deaths Of 37 Suspected Illegal Miners

By Omoyeni Ojeifo The Niger State Government has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Minna, the state capital, following protests over the deaths of...

Illegal Mining: Interior Minister Suspends Niger NSCDC Commandant Over Deaths

By Omoyeni Ojeifo The alleged deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in Minna have prompted the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, to suspend...

Nigeria, Spain Explore Agricultural Partnership To Boost Food Production, Cut Losses

By Omoyeni Ojeifo Nigeria’s drive to improve food security and create jobs for its growing youth population is pushing the government to seek...

Visa Processing: FG Urges Foreign Missions to Cut Delays for Nigerians

By Omoyeni Ojeifo Long visa waiting periods are creating difficulties for Nigerians seeking to travel abroad, prompting the Federal Government to urge foreign...

Civil Service Critical to Good Governance and Growth, Says Ekiti Governor Oyebanji

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has reaffirmed that a strong civil service is vital for effective governance and sustainable growth. Addressing attendees at...

AY Laments Rising Artiste Fees, Reveals Music Stars Now Demand Up to ₦200m for Shows

By Segun Adebayo Popular comedian and actor Ayo Makun, better known as AY, has revealed that the cost of getting top Nigerian music...

Abuja Court Hands South African Woman 40-Year Sentence for Heroin Trafficking 

By Omoyeni Ojeifo In a major legal victory against transnational drug cartels, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has secured a 40-year...

NAFDAC, Public Complaints Commission Partner to Fight Counterfeit Drugs, Unwholesome Products

By Maryanne Awuya The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reaffirmed the critical role of inter-agency cooperation in...

Clearlake Seizes Full Chelsea Control as Boehly Exits

By Samuel Akpan Clearlake Capital has taken full control of Chelsea after buying the stakes of chairman Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter,...