FCCPC Sets Final Deadline for Digital Lenders The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has established April 2026 as the final deadline for digital money lenders to regularize their operations. This move follows the expiration of an initial January 5, 2026, compliance window under the new Digital, Electronic, Online and Non-Traditional Consumer Lending […]
3 Journalists Among 11 Palestinians Killed in Israel’s Gaza Attacks Israeli military strikes on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, has resulted in the deaths of at least 11 Palestinians. Among those killed were three journalists and two 13-year-old boys. The incidents occurred across various parts of the enclave, including the Netzarim area and the […]
Over 20 Insurgents Killed as Military Overuns Stronghold in Timbuktu Triangle A counter-insurgency operation in the Timbuktu Triangle of Borno State, troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) successfully eliminated over 20 terrorists. The military disclosed that the fierce encounter occurred during an aggressive advance into known insurgent enclaves, including Tergejeri and Ajigin. […]
Jandor Unveils Campaign Website Ahead of 2027 Lagos APC Primaries Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has officially signaled his intent to contest the 2027 Lagos State governorship election under the All Progressives Congress (APC). The move was confirmed through a campaign flyer shared on Wednesday, prominently featuring the slogan “Jandor for […]
Oyo Unveils Week-long Activities for 50th Anniversary Oyo State has officially unveiled a week-long schedule of activities to commemorate its 50th anniversary, marking five decades since its creation on February 3, 1976. The Chairman of the Anniversary Committee, Hon. Saheed Akinade-Fijabi, announced the lineup during a press briefing in Ibadan, describing the Golden […]
The $9M Mirage: Why Nigeria is Chasing Ghostly Influence in Washington The President Bola Tinubu administration has reportedly committed to a massive $9 million-per-year lobbying contract in Washington, D.C., a move that has sparked intense debate over Nigeria’s foreign policy priorities. At a cost of $750,000 per month, the deal aims to navigate […]
FG to End Dichotomy, Approve Polytechnics Award of Degrees The Nigerian Federal Government has announced a landmark policy to end the long-standing HND-degree dichotomy. Under this reform, polytechnics will be empowered to award degrees, repositioning technical education as a primary driver of national development. Minister of Education Dr. Tunji Alausa disclosed […]
NBA Demands Probe into Task Force Assault on Anambra Lawyer The Nigeran Bar Association, Awka Branch has condemned the brutal assault of lawyer, Charles Ifeanyi by the Operation Clean and Healthy Anambra (OCHA) Brigade at Eke-Awka Market. The association is demanding a formal government investigation into the enforcement team’s actions. The attack […]
Trump Uses AI-Generated Images to Push Greenland Acquisition, Map of Expanded U.S. Territory President Donald Trump has escalated his campaign to acquire Greenland by sharing a series of AI-generated images on his social media platform, Truth Social. One notable image depicts Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio standing […]
Adopt Technology in Court administration, CJN Urges Registrars The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has urged court registrars to embrace technology and judicial automation to improve efficiency. Speaking at a strategic retreat, she emphasized that digital tools were essential for managing modern caseloads and meeting public expectations. She highlighted that […]
