Naira Gains Against Dollar in Parallel Market Amid CBN Reforms

The Nigerian naira has gained against the US dollar in the parallel market, trading at an average rate of N1,515 on Wednesday. The naira's recovery is attributed to the Central…

Rivers Governor Fubara Reveals Crisis with Wike Led to His Freedom to Govern

Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara, has revealed that his crisis with Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, led to his freedom to govern the state. Fubara made the…

APC Withdraws from Osun LG Poll After Court Reinstates Sacked Chairmen

APC in Osun State has withdrawn from the local government election scheduled for Saturday, February 22. The decision comes after a Court of Appeal judgment reinstated the APC's chairmen and…

Boko Haram Funding Allegations: US Ambassador Debunks Claims, Assures Collaboration with Nigerian Government

The US Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, denies allegations that USAID funds Boko Haram. Mills stated that there is no evidence to support the claims made by US Congressman Scott…

Nigeria Bans 60,000-Litre Fuel Tankers from March 1 to Curb Road Accidents

FG has announced a ban on fuel tankers exceeding 60,000 litres from operating on Nigerian roads, effective March 1, 2025. The decision was made in response to the rising number…

Osun PDP Accuses IGP of Plot to Assassinate Governor Adeleke Amid LG Crisis

The Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, of planning to assassinate Governor Ademola Adeleke. The PDP also…

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…