SSDC Seeks EFCC Partnership on Transparency and Accountability
By Anayo Akwitti The Managing Director of the South-South Development Commission (SSDC), Ms. Usoro Akpabio, has called for collaboration with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to ensure that the financial activties of the Commision are properly guided by compliance with extant financial laws. Usoro made the call on Thursday during a courtesy visit […]
NLC Accuses Senate of Undermining Democracy in Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Case
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has strongly criticized the Senate for continuing to bar Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from carrying out her legislative duties despite a court ruling voiding her suspension. In a statement signed by its President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, on Wednesday, the NLC described the Senate’s action as “a brazen, premeditated […]
Reps Push 12 Landmark Bills to Transform Nigeria’s Mining Sector
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives has commenced deliberations on twelve landmark bills aimed at repositioning Nigeria’s solid minerals sector as a central pillar of economic diversification and national growth. The public hearing to this effect, organised by the House Committee on Solid Minerals, brought together government agencies, industry players, community representatives, and other […]
SEC Sets 2027 Deadline for Global Sustainability Standards Enforcement
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced a phased plan to adopt the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) disclosure framework. SEC said the move will boost investor confidence, reduce information risks, and unlock greater access to international capital for Nigerian issuers. SEC Director-General, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, stated this while speaking at […]
NUPENG Accuses Dangote of Breaching Agreement, Threatens Fresh Strike
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has accused the Dangote Group of reneging on agreements reached with the Federal Government over workers’ unionization rights, warning that it may resume its recently suspended nationwide strike. In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by its National President, Comrade Williams […]
Banking, Fintech Complaints Top as FCCPC Recovers ₦10bn
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has disclosed that Nigerian consumers recovered more than ₦10 billion between March and August 2025. This comes as banking and fintech services emerged as the leading sources of consumer complaints. According to updated data released by the Commission on Thursday, banking accounted for 3,173 […]
CBN Unveils PSV 2028 to Shape Nigeria’s Digital Payments Future
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has unveiled the Nigeria Payments System Vision 2028 (PSV 2028), a new strategic blueprint designed to deepen financial inclusion. The blueprint will also enhance interoperability, and position the country’s payments ecosystem as globally competitive. Speaking at the inaugural meeting of the PSV 2028 Project Committee in […]
Border Security: IGP Orders Monthly Reports
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun has ordered commanders of the Border Patrol Section of the Nigerian Police to submit detailed monthly reports on their operations, warning that failure to do so will be regarded as dereliction of duty. Speaking at a meeting with senior border commanders in Abuja on […]
French Lawmakers Warn of Social Media’s Harmful Impact on Minors
By: Aremu Toyeebaht A French parliamentary committee has sounded the alarm on the dangers of social media use among minors, urging a total ban for children under 15 and a nighttime “digital curfew” for teenagers aged 15 to 18. The recommendations, published Thursday, follow months of testimony from families, influencers, and executives of major platforms. […]
ECOWAS Unveils Social Protection Framework and Operational Plan (2024–2028)
By: Chinedu Echianu The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched a Social Protection Framework and Operational Plan (2024–2028) aimed at expanding coverage and tackling poverty across the sub-region. Speaking at the launch, General Secretary of the Organisation of Trade Unions of West Africa (OTUWA), John Odah, said that with the exception of […]