ICPC, NRS Partner to Tackle Tax Evasion in Borno
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has partnered with the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) in Borno State to combat tax evasion and address cases of staff bullying during revenue enforcement operations. The partnership was announced on Thursday during a sensitisation meeting with staff of the Nigeria Revenue Service […]
Say No To Ponzi Investment Schemes, SEC Warns Nigerians
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned Nigerians against investing in unregistered online investment schemes promoted across social media platforms, cautioning that many operate as Ponzi schemes. In a public notice issued Thursday via its official X handle, the commission said it had observed a growing rise in fraudulent investment promotions […]
Tinubu Invites Guinea’s President for State Visit to Nigeria
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul President Bola Tinubu has extended a formal invitation to Guinea’s President, Mamadi Doumbouya, for a state visit to Nigeria following a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda. The development was disclosed on Thursday by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Sunday […]
Nigeria Committed to BRICS Cooperation – Ministry of Foreign Affairs
By Zainab Bakare Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening cooperation within the BRICS framework, describing its participation at the group’s 20th anniversary meeting as a significant milestone in advancing global partnership, resilience, and sustainable development. According to a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, Nigeria’s position is […]
Wike Denies PDP-APM Alliance, Accuses Makinde of Political Agenda
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed reports of an alliance between the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), insisting that the opposition party has no coalition arrangement with any political platform. Wike spoke on Thursday while inspecting ongoing infrastructure projects in Abuja, where […]
Court Jails Ex-Power Minister Mamman 75 Years Over ₦33.8bn Fraud
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Federal High Court in Abuja has convicted and sentenced former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to a total of 75 years imprisonment over a ₦33.8 billion fraud linked to major hydroelectric power projects. Delivering judgment on Wednesday, Justice James Omotosho found Mamman guilty on all 12 counts of conspiracy and money […]
NDC Fixes ₦60m Presidential Form Fee for 2027 Poll
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has set ₦60 million as the cost for aspirants seeking its presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to its timetable released Tuesday, aspirants will pay ₦20 million for Expression of Interest and ₦40 million for Nomination Forms. The schedule was signed by National Chairman, […]
Super Falcons Line Up WAFCON Test Clashes in June
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s senior women’s national team, the Super Falcons, are set for crucial international action in the June FIFA window as they step up preparations for the Morocco 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is finalising arrangements for a two-legged friendly series against a fellow WAFCON-bound nation, with […]
Defence Minister Unveils Tech-Driven Shield Against Terrorism
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has unveiled plans for a Multi-domain Hybrid Intelligence Shield (HIS) project aimed at boosting the country’s fight against terrorism, border crimes, piracy, illegal mining and emerging drone threats. The minister disclosed this during a strategic working visit to Monaco alongside senior officials of the Ministry of […]
NBSL Round Two Set for Sallah Showdown in Kaduna
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2026 Nigeria Beach Soccer League (NBSL) will continue with an exciting second round scheduled to hold from May 29 to 31 at the iconic Murtala Muhammed Square in Kaduna during the Sallah celebrations. Seven top teams from across the country are expected to battle for crucial points and qualification spots […]