Security General

Chief of Defence Staff Raises Alarm Over Lack of National Census, Citing Security Concerns

Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has expressed serious concerns over the country’s failure to conduct a recent national census, warning that the absence of accurate population data is jeopardizing national security and damaging Nigeria’s global credibility. Speaking during an advocacy visit by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Army, Senator

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Judiciary General

Court to Rule on Forensic Examination of WhatsApp Messages in Emefiele’s Trial on September 15, 2025

The Special Offences Court in Ikeja has scheduled September 15, 2025, to deliver its ruling on an application filed by former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, seeking a forensic examination of certain WhatsApp messages admitted as evidence in his ongoing trial. The messages are part of the evidence related to allegations of

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Technology General

FCCPC Sets October 7, 2025, for Arraignment of MultiChoice Nigeria Officials Over Competition Act Breach

The Federal Government, through the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), has scheduled October 7, 2025, for the arraignment of Adewunmi Ogunsanya, Chairman of MultiChoice Nigeria Limited, and John Ugbe, the company’s Managing Director. The officials are facing allegations of breaching the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act of 2018. Justice James Omotosho presided

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Security General

Police Arrest 26 Suspected Masterminds in Yelwata Killings, Assure Nigerians of Ongoing Crackdown

The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the arrest of 26 individuals suspected to be the masterminds behind the recent killings in Yelwata, Benue State. Speaking at a news conference held in Abuja on Tuesday, the IGP disclosed that law enforcement agencies are actively pursuing additional suspects believed to have participated in the

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General

How Malaysian sold $600m palm oil to Nigeria in 2024 – Envoy

• Says palm oil trade with Nigeria thriving The High Commissioner of Malaysia to Nigeria, Aiyub Omar, has said that the thriving palm oil trade between Malaysia and Nigeria has enhanced relations between the two countries. Omar made this known to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Abuja. He noted that the

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General

Mining: FG backs establishment of plant with $400m FDI projection

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, has announced the Federal Government’s support for the construction of a plant in Nasarawa state. Alake said this in statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Segun Tomori, on Sunday in Abuja. He said the plant was projected to generate more than 10, 000 jobs nationwide,

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General

Practical skills undervalued in Nigeria — Kolade-Otitoju

Ace Broadcaster and the Group Controller, Current and Public Affairs, TVC Communications Limited, Babajide Kolade-Otitoju, has decried the undervaluing of practical skills in Nigeria as against the country’s growing youth population and persistent skills gap. He made this known at a public lecture, themed: “Technical Education and National Development: The Place of AI, Its Credibility,

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Technology Features General

Social Media Monetization Boom Sparks Rise in Fake News and Moral Decline Amid Economic Hardship

By Paul Chimodo In recent years, the digital landscape has undergone a seismic shift. Social media platforms, once primarily spaces for connection and information sharing, have transformed into bustling marketplaces where content creators, influencers, and everyday users chase the elusive dream of monetization. This surge in monetized content has created a new economy, one driven

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Environment General

Veteran Musician Baba Sempe Set to Release Bold New Album “CONTROVERSIAL”

Renowned musician Baba Sempe, a household name with over three decades of musical excellence, is gearing up for the release of his highly anticipated new album, titled “CONTROVERSIAL.” Hailing from Kolokuma Opokuma Local Government Area in Bayelsa State, the legendary artist has dedicated considerable time in the studio to craft a project he believes will

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General

Ogu/Bolo LGA Administrator Conducts Emergency Assessment Following Flash Floods, Announces Sanitation Drive

In response to the recent flash flooding across parts of Ogu/Bolo Local Government, the LGA Administrator, Eliel Owubokiri, has embarked on an emergency on-the-spot assessment tour to affected communities. The inspection, which followed a heavy downpour on Wednesday, revealed that blocked drainages and indiscriminate waste disposal were primary contributors to the flooding. As a major

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