SON Warns Inaccurate Measurements Threatens Trust, Economy
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Standards Organisation of Nigeria, SON, has warned that inaccurate measurements in sectors such as fuel dispensing, healthcare, food production, and manufacturing could weaken public trust and hurt Nigeria’s economic growth. Director General and Chief Executive of SON, Dr. Ifeanyi Okeke, stated this on Wednesday during the 2026 World Metrology Day celebration […]
CBN Holds Interest Rate at 26.5% Amid Rising Inflation Concerns
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Central Bank of Nigeria has retained the benchmark interest rate at 26.5 percent as authorities continue efforts to rein in inflation and stabilise the economy. The decision was announced on Wednesday by the CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, after the 305th meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee in Abuja. Cardoso said all […]
NDC Clears Peter Obi for 2027 Presidential Primary
By Chinedu Echianu Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has been cleared to contest the presidential primary of the Nigeria Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 general election. The announcement was made on Wednesday by the chairman of the party’s National Screening Committee, Sam Egwu, in a video shared on the party’s official X […]
Gender Balance Key to Nigeria’s Development — Hadiza Usman
By Chinedu Echianu The Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination, Hadiza Usman, says Nigeria’s development goals cannot be achieved unless the executive, legislature and public institutions deliberately create opportunities for the empowerment, inclusion and leadership advancement of women across the country. Speaking at the 2026 Young Women’s Leadership Conference (YWLC) in Abuja, […]
Chelle Unveils Super Eagles Squads for Unity Cup, Friendlies
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Head coach, Eric Chelle has named two strong Super Eagles squads for the upcoming Unity Cup invitational tournament in London and high-profile international friendlies against Poland and Portugal next month. The Malian tactician retained a balanced mix of experienced stars and emerging talents as Nigeria intensifies preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup […]
NDLEA Smashes Nigerian–Mexican Meth Cartel
By Oluwakemi Kindness, The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has dismantled a highly sophisticated Nigerian–Mexican methamphetamine production syndicate. The agency said it also arrested the cartel kingpin, three Mexican nationals, and six other suspects, while recovering drugs and precursor chemicals valued at over ₦480 billion from a clandestine laboratory in Ogun State. […]
SEC Adopts T+1 Settlement Cycle from June 1, 2026
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced a major reform in Nigeria’s capital market, introducing a T+1 settlement cycle for equities and commodities transactions effective June 1, 2026. The move is aimed at improving market efficiency, strengthening risk management, reducing counterpart exposure, and aligning Nigeria with global capital market standards. Final […]
We Lost 17 Officers — IGP Disu Honours Fallen Policemen
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has paid tribute to 17 Police Mobile Force officers killed in a terrorist attack in Yobe State, as fresh attention turns to the growing risks faced by security forces in Nigeria’s insurgency zones. Disu led a memorial parade on Tuesday at Nigeria Police Force Headquarters in […]
ADC Names Imoke, Abdulfatah to Lead 2027 Presidential Primaries
By Oluwakemi Kindness The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has appointed former governors Liyel Imoke and Abdulfatah Ahmed to head key committees for its presidential primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to the party, Liyel Imoke will serve as Chairman of the Presidential Screening Committee, while Abdulfatah Ahmed will lead the Presidential Election Committee. […]
Court Grants ₦100m Bail to Ex-Kaduna Governor El-Rufai
By Oluwakemi Kindness Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, in the sum of ₦100 million with one surety in like sum. The court imposed strict conditions that must be met before the bail can be perfected. Justice Abdulmalik ruled that the […]