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Lost and Forfeited: Why Emefiele’s Claim to 753 Abuja Properties Failed

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, sitting in Apo, Abuja, on Monday dismissed an application filed by former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, seeking to reclaim a vast estate comprising 753 duplexes and apartments that had already been forfeited to the Federal Government. Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie ordered the final […]

Sanwo-Olu Accuses Obi of Contributing to Poverty, Defends FG’s Policies

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has criticised Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, accusing him of lacking the moral authority to comment on Nigeria’s poverty situation. In a statement personally signed and titled “Factually Addressing Mr Peter Obi’s Criticism of Nigeria at Johns Hopkins University”, Sanwo-Olu argued that Obi contributed to the poverty he […]

Remo Stars Clinch Historic NPFL Title with Three Matches Remaining

Remo Stars have secured the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title with three matches to spare, following a thrilling 1–0 victory over Niger Tornadoes during a match-day 35 fixture in Ikenne on Sunday. Second-half substitute Olamilekan Adedayo fired home a late winner in the 83rd minute, sealing the triumph for coach Daniel Ogunmodede’s side […]

Presidency: Defections to APC Are Voluntary, Not Forced

The Presidency has insisted that the recent defections of opposition politicians to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) are voluntary and not the result of coercion, contrary to speculation in some quarters. In a statement issued on Sunday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, the Presidency dismissed allegations […]

FG Defends ₦10bn Aso Rock Solar Installation Amid Rising Power Bills

The Federal Government has defended its decision to install a solar power grid at the Aso Rock Villa, citing the unsustainable cost of ₦47 billion annually in electricity bills. Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Mustapha Abdullahi, stated during a press briefing on Friday that President Bola Tinubu approved ₦10 billion for the installation […]

Final Journey: Global Leaders Gather to Honour Pope of the People

Tens of thousands of mourners gathered in St Peter’s Square on Saturday for the funeral of Pope Francis, the Catholic Church’s first Latin American pontiff and a champion of the poor. Some mourners camped overnight to secure a place at the ceremony, which is being attended by world leaders including US President Donald Trump, Ukraine’s […]

EFCC Declares Eight Wanted Over Crypto Fraud Linked to CBEX

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared eight individuals wanted over their alleged involvement in a fraudulent scheme linked to the online trading platform Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX). In a public notice issued on Friday, the EFCC identified the suspects as Seyi Oloyede, Emmanuel Uko, Adefowora Oluwanisola, and Adefowora Abiodun Olaonipekun. Others named […]

Meta Loses Appeal as Tribunal Backs $220m Fine Over Privacy Breaches

The Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal has upheld the $220 million fine imposed on Meta Platforms Incorporated by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). In a statement issued on Friday, the FCCPC’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, announced that the Tribunal also awarded the Commission $35,000 to cover investigation costs. Ijagwu noted […]

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