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NSIB Distances Self from US-Led Probe on Wigwe Crash

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has clarified its role in the investigation into the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of former Access Holdings CEO Herbert Wigwe, his wife, Doreen, their son, Chizi, and former NGX Group Chairman, Abimbola Ogunbanjo. Speaking on Arise News Channel, NSIB Director-General, Captain Alex Bade Jr., said the bureau […]

Wrongly Accused? Bitar Cleared in CBEX Crypto Scam Investigation

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has removed a foreign national, Elie Bitar, from its wanted list over alleged fraud involving the Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX). Bitar had been declared wanted on 30 April for his purported involvement in a fraudulent scheme on the CBEX platform. His details were published on EFCC’s social media […]

Technical Glitch or Human Error? JAMB Registrar in Tears as UTME Woes Emerge

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has admitted that technical errors affected candidates’ performance in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). During a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, became visibly emotional as he apologised for the glitches that marred the exercise. “Once again, we apologise and assure […]

UK Warns of Nigeria’s ‘Worrisome’ Insecurity, Reaffirms Trade Commitment

The United Kingdom has expressed concern over Nigeria’s security challenges, describing the situation as “worrisome.” Speaking to journalists at his residence in Abuja on Wednesday, the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, attributed the deteriorating security to spillover effects from conflicts in Sudan and Niger. Montgomery said the UK was working closely with Nigeria’s […]

Senate Demands Military Reinforcement in Borno, Yobe as Boko Haram Regroups

The Senate on Tuesday called on the Nigerian military to urgently redeploy personnel and advanced equipment to Borno and Yobe States following renewed attacks by Boko Haram insurgents. The resolution followed fresh assaults in the North-East, including the killing of over a dozen soldiers in Marte, Monguno Local Government Area, on Monday, 12 May, and […]

CBN Launches NRBVN to Ease Diaspora Access to Nigerian Banking Services

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in collaboration with the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), has launched the Non-Resident Bank Verification Number (NRBVN) platform, enabling Nigerians in the diaspora to obtain a BVN remotely without needing to be physically present in Nigeria. Unveiled on Tuesday in Abuja, the digital initiative aims to support the CBN’s […]

A Pontiff in Kyiv? Zelensky Seeks Hopeful Visit Amid Ongoing War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has invited Pope Leo XIV to visit Ukraine following their first phone conversation on Monday. “Such a visit would bring real hope to all believers and to all our people,” Zelensky wrote on X (formerly Twitter), describing the conversation as “warm and truly substantive”. The Vatican has yet to issue an […]

Can I Borrow Your Gown? Omoni’s Funny Plea Sparks Online Buzz

Nigerian actress and film producer Omoni Oboli has sparked laughter and admiration on social media with a humorous post following the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA). In a playful message shared on her Instagram handle, @omonioboli, she wrote: “Now that AMVCA is over, please I need a favour; those clothes people wore, can […]

Lights On? Tinubu Govt Targets Broken DisCos in Electricity Shake-Up

The Federal Government has initiated a pilot scheme to overhaul Nigeria’s electricity distribution sector, starting with two underperforming Distribution Companies (DisCos). Mr. Bolaji Tunji, Special Adviser on Strategic Communications to the Minister of Power, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday. He quoted the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, as unveiling the […]

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