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CBN Clarifies NRBVN Charges for Nigerians in Diaspora

By Oluwakemi Kindness CBN says BVN registration remains free for Nigerians at home, clarifies $50 fee applies only to diaspora enrolment via the NRBVN platform. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has clarified that the Bank Verification Number (BVN) registration remains free for Nigerians residing in the country, dismissing rumours of new or hidden charges. This follows speculations surrounding the newly launched Non-Resident BVN (NRBVN) platform, which is designed for Nigerians living abroad. Speaking via a statement issued in Abuja […]

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National Assembly Clerk Opposes Proposed Infrastructure Development Agency Bill

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Clerk of the National Assembly, CAN, Kamorudeen Ogunlana, on Monday expressed strong reservations about a proposed bill seeking to create a new agency to manage legislative infrastructure. He warned that the bill to establish the National Assembly Infrastructure and Property Agency may be unnecessary and could contradict efforts to reduce the cost of governance. Speaking during a stakeholder’s engagement on the bill, Ogunlana who has served in the legislature for over three decades questioned the need […]

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Sport

House Committee on Sports Celebrates Shehu Dikko at 55

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Sports, Honourable Kabiru Amadu, has extended warm birthday wishes to the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Malam Shehu Dikko, who turned 55 on Sunday. In a statement issued on Monday, Honourable Amadu, who represents the Gusau/Tsafe Federal Constituency, praised Dikko’s leadership and dedication to the advancement of Nigerian sports, describing him as a "transparent and bold reformer." "On behalf of the House Committee on Sports, I congratulate […]

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Sport

Mission X: House Committee on Sports Backs Super Falcons WAFCON Title

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The House of Representatives Committee on Sports has called on Nigeria’s Super Falcons to sustain their winning momentum at the 2025 African Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and bring home a record-extending 10th continental title. Following a dominant 3-0 victory over Tunisia in their Group B opener on Sunday, the Committee, through its Chairman, Honourable Kabiru Amadu, commended the team’s impressive performance and expressed confidence in their ability to go all the way. Goals from Asisat Oshoala, […]

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Sport

NNL SUPER 8: OSUN UNITED AND KUN KALIFA WIN ON DAY 1

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Osun United and Kun Khalifa got their 2025 NNL Super 8 campaign off to strong starts with narrow 1-0 victories in their opening matches, placing them at the top of the standings after Matchday One. Osun United edged past Warri Wolves with a hard-fought 1-0 win, while Kun Khalifa recorded a similar scoreline against Crown FC, who will now be looking to bounce back in their next outing. Earlier in the day, the fixtures between Barau FC […]

July 7, 2025

Super Falcons celebrate 3-0 victory over Tunisia at the 2025 WAFCON Group B opener.

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WAFCON 2025: SUPER FALCONS CRUISE PAST TUNISIA

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s Super Falcons began their quest for a 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title on a perfect note, after recording a dominant 3-0 win against Tunisia in their Group B opener on Sunday. Goals from Asisat Oshoala, Rinsola Babajide and substitute Chiwendu Ihezuo secured the Super Falcons a first-ever win against Tunisia in their second meeting with the North African country at the WAFCON. The first encounter between the Super Falcons and Tunisia at the […]

July 7, 2025

General

Breaking: Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi, Passes Away at 90

By: Julian Osamoto The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has died at the age of 90. According to a family source who confirmed the news to Journalists, the revered monarch passed away in the early hours of Monday, just days after his 90th birthday celebration and the first anniversary of his coronation. Oba Olakulehin was officially installed as the 43rd Olubadan on June 14, 2024, succeeding the late Oba Lekan Balogun. His brief but impactful reign was marked by […]

July 7, 2025

Professor Abubakar Olanrewaju Sulaiman addresses press on recent kidnapping incidents in Kwara North

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DG NILDS Condemns Kwara North Kidnappings Saga

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Director General National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies Professor Abubakar Olanrewaju Sulaiman has expressed worries and deep concern over the recent spates of Kidnappings in Edu and Patigi Local Government Areas in Kwara North. While sympathising with the peace loving and good people of Lafiagi, Lata nna and Ndanaku in Patigi over the unfortunate and condemnable rascality of the kidnappers, Professor Sulaiman called for extreme vigilance and surveillance not only to fish and flush out […]

July 7, 2025

HOMEF supports NBSAP 2025–2030 and calls for GMO regulation

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Health

HOMEF Hails Nigeria’s Biodiversity Plan, Calls for Stronger GMO Controls

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) has commended the Federal Government for approving the revised National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) 2025–2030, describing it as a major step toward safeguarding Nigeria’s environment. The organisation, however, urged authorities to back the policy with concrete actions, particularly in regulating genetically modified organisms (GMOs). It notes that Nigeria’s newly endorsed NBSAP aligns with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, aiming to stop and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030. The […]

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