Italy’s PM gives update on Pope Francis’ condition in hospital
Italy's Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, has provided an update on Pope Francis' condition in hospital. The Pope, who has been diagnosed with pneumonia, was found to be "alert and responsive"…
Nigerian Prisons In Logistical Nightmare As Inmates Linger In Custody
NCS logistical issues are causing many awaiting trial convicts to linger in custody beyond their regular stay. The lack of functional vehicles to transport detainees to court is a major…
Binance Slammed With $81.5bn Lawsuit Over Alleged Tax Evasion, Economic Losses
The Federal Government has filed a fresh lawsuit against cryptocurrency platform Binance The Federal Government seeks $81.5 billion in penalties for alleged economic losses The Federal Government has filed a…
Court Rejects Anyanwu’s Bid To Stop Inec From Effecting Removal As PDP Secretary
The Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected Senator Samuel Anyanwu's request to stop the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from effecting his removal as National Secretary of the Peoples…
Dangote’s Wealth Surges By 100% To $23.9bn, Retains Position As Richest Man In Africa
Aliiko Dangote's wealth has surged by almost 100% to $23.9 billion, according to Forbes. Dangote retains his position as the richest man in Africa and is now ranked 86th in…
Omo-Agege Mourns E.K. Clark, Describes Him As Titan Among Men
Senator Ovie Omo-Agege has mourned the passing of Chief E.K. Clark, describing him as a titan among men. Omo-Agege praised Clark's courage and commitment to justice, especially for the Niger…
Onitsha Markets Shutdown: Traders Count Losses as NAFDAC, Security Operatives Clamp Down on Fake Drugs
Traders in Onitsha are struggling with losses due to the shutdown of six major markets by security operatives for over two weeks. The markets were closed as part of a…
NNPC Debunks Fuel Importation Claims, Denies Quality Issues
NNPC has denied importing 200 million litres of petrol in February 2025, calling the claim "entirely false". NNPC's Group Chief Executive Officer, Kyari, stated that the company has not imported…
EFCC Arraigns 4 Chinese Nationals for Alleged Cyber-Terrorism, Internet Fraud
EFCC has arraigned four Chinese nationals for alleged cryptocurrency investment and romance fraud. The defendants, Xia Guang Can, Li Xu Xin, Zhang Xue Hui, and Lu Yubo, were part of…
National Assembly Reviews 2025 Budget, Cuts Capital Expenditure By N500bn
The National Assembly has reviewed the 2025 budget, reducing capital expenditure by over N500bn and increasing recurrent expenditure by the same amount. The review was necessary due to errors in…