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The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has thrown its weight behind Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, over the one-week closure of the Onitsha Main Market, describing the move as bold, timely and necessary to halt the economic strangulation of the South-East. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Ohanaeze said the decision aligns […]
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has rejected allegations that Nigeria’s newly enacted tax reform laws were modified after being passed by the National Assembly, insisting that the final documents accurately reflect legislative decisions. Akpabio addressed the matter during Wednesday’s plenary session, responding to concerns sparked by Abdussamad Dakuku, a member of the House of Representatives, who […]
The Federal Government has approved the acquisition of two new communication satellites as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s digital infrastructure and advance President Bola Tinubu’s ambition of building a $1 trillion economy. The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, announced the approval on Wednesday in Abuja during a press briefing held […]
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), will graduate 4,141 students at its 33rd convocation ceremony scheduled for Saturday, with 104 students earning First-Class Honours degrees. The university’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Olusola Kehinde, disclosed this on Wednesday during a press briefing at the Senate Building ahead of the event. He also announced that the Federal Government […]
Court Sets 10-Day Deadline to Wrap Up Emefiele’s EFCC Naira Redesign Trial A Federal Capital Territory High Court has designated 10 additional dates to wrap up the trial involving corruption allegations brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against Godwin Ifeanyi Emefiele. The former Governor of the Central Bank […]
Court to Rule on UK Visa Fraud Virtual Testimony A Federal Capital Territory High Court in Jabi has scheduled February 18, 2026, to rule on a motion seeking to allow a United Kingdom-based Nigerian, Mr. Emmanuel Opeyemi, to testify virtually. The Inspector-General of Police filed the application to enable Opeyemi, who is […]
Sharia Council Rejects INEC Chairman Amupitan, Vows to Disregard Elections Under Him The Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN) has officially declared that the Muslim community will not recognize or legitimize any election conducted under the leadership of the current Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan. […]
Lagos Probes Mile 2 Inferno, Raises Concerns Over Chemical Storage Hazards The Lagos State Government has launched an investigation into a major fire that gutted a warehouse at Mile 2 in the Amuwo-Odofin Local Government Area. The probe follows concerns regarding the nature and volume of chemical substances stored at the facility, which […]
Luxury Hotel Fire Forces Mass Evacuation in Courchevel Ski Resorts A serious fire broke out Tuesday evening at the five-star Hotel des Grandes Alpes in the prestigious Courchevel ski resort. The blaze started in the attic of the historic property, which is known for hosting royalty and high-profile guests. Fortunately, authorities confirmed that […]
Syrian Interim President Al-Sharaa, Putin Discuss Future of Russian Military Bases in Syria Syrian interim President, Ahmed al-Sharaa met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, to discuss the future of Russia’s military presence in the country. The meeting marks al-Sharaa’s second visit to the Kremlin in less […]
