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House of Reps Dismisses Binance Executive’s Bribery Allegations as Baseless

The House of Representatives has dismissed allegations of bribery made by a Binance executive, Tigran Gambaryan, describing them as an attempt to discredit Nigerian institutions. Gambaryan had alleged that certain members of the House demanded a $150 million bribe during the dispute between the cryptocurrency platform and the Federal Government—a claim that Nigerian authorities have […]

South-West Governors Unite to Combat Insecurity with Joint Surveillance Team

Governors of Nigeria’s South-West region have agreed to form a joint surveillance and monitoring team to tackle rising insecurity in the area. This resolution was reached during the South-West Governors’ Forum meeting held in Lagos on Thursday. “Recognising emerging security threats, we have resolved to establish a Joint Surveillance and Monitoring Team to enhance security […]

New Security Unit to Combat Power Sector Vandalism, Says Minister

The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a special security team to safeguard Nigeria’s power installations and infrastructure. “We have now decided, in collaboration with the Minister of Power, to set up what we call the ‘Power Rangers’,” Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said on Friday during an appearance on Sunrise Daily. The ‘Power […]

‘Free My Son!’— 2Baba’s Mother Begs Lawmaker to End Engagement

The mother of Nigerian music icon 2Baba, Rose Idibia, has expressed deep concern over her son’s recent engagement to Edo lawmaker, Natasha Osarawu, stating that he is “clearly not in his right senses.” “My son is currently going through a divorce, and he is clearly not himself. I know my son—this is not him,” Mrs […]

CBN Imposes Charges on ATM Withdrawals from Other Banks

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the discontinuation of the three free monthly withdrawals previously allowed for customers using Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) of banks other than their own. This directive was contained in a circular dated 10 February 2025, issued by the apex bank’s Acting Director of Financial Policy and Regulation, John […]

Counterfeit Drug Dealers Deserve Death Penalty, NAFDAC DG Insists

The Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, has reaffirmed her stance on the imposition of the death penalty for individuals involved in the production and distribution of fake drugs. Speaking on Arise Primetime, Adeyeye described such individuals as “merchants of death” who prioritise profits over […]

IGP Prohibits Plainclothes Officers from Bearing Assault Rifles

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has issued a stern warning to police officers across the country against human rights violations and other forms of misconduct. “No operative should be seen carrying assault rifles while dressed in civilian attire (mufti),” the IGP stated during a virtual meeting with senior police officers on Monday. […]

Stakeholders Decry Customs’ New 4% Levy, NPA’s 15% Port Charge Increase

Strong opposition has greeted the introduction of a new 4% administrative charge on Free-on-Board (FOB) value of imports by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), alongside the Nigerian Ports Authority’s (NPA) proposed 15% increase in port charges. The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), and former Senate President Bukola Saraki, in […]

One-Year Remembrance: Tinubu, Others, Eulogise Wigwe

President Bola Tinubu led other prominent Nigerians to pay tribute to the late banking tycoon, Herbert Wigwe, on the first anniversary of his passing, describing him as “a shining star” Nigeria lost too soon. Wigwe, along with his wife, Chizoba; son, Chizi; and a former President of the National Council of the Nigerian Stock Exchange […]

NNPCL vs. Dangote Refinery: Court to Decide on Jurisdiction Dispute

Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed 18 March for ruling on a preliminary objection filed by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) against a lawsuit brought by Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE over an oil import licence dispute. Justice Ekwo set the date after hearing arguments from […]

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