Customs partners ICPC in renewed fight against corruption
By Godwin Oritse The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reiterated its commitment to institutional integrity through a sensitisation programme held in Abuja in collaboration with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).The initiative focused on enhancing the operational effectiveness of the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) and strengthening internal mechanisms to combat […]
India passes law to ban online gambling after billions lost to betting platforms
India’s parliament has passed a sweeping bill banning online gambling, after government figures showed companies had stripped $2.3 billion annually from 450 million people.
FG vows to fish out, punish killers of worshippers in Malumfashi, Katsina State
The Federal Government on Friday vowed to hunt down and bring to justice the perpetrators of the heinous killing of worshippers in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Police confirm one student killed in Bauchi
The Police in Bauchi have confirmed the death of Samuel Mbami, a student of the Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, in an attack by suspected hoodlums.
CVR: ADC urges Nigerians to register, collect PVCs
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on Nigerians to take advantage of the ongoing nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise to strengthen their participation in the country’s democratic process.
Nigerian army kills seven bandits in Katsina clash
The Nigerian army says its troops have killed seven suspected bandits in an operation in Katsina state.
Naira depreciates to N1,550/$ in parallel market
The Naira today depreciated to N1,550 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,545 per dollar on Thursday.
Prosecutor seeks death penalty for Kabila in treason trial
A military prosecutor on Friday demanded the death penalty for DR Congo’s former president Joseph Kabila who is on trial in absentia on treason charges.
Burkina Faso stops Gates Foundation’s anti-malaria campaign
Burkina Faso on Friday halted a project backed by US billionaire Bill Gates that had seen genetically modified mosquitoes released in a bid to eradicate malaria and other insect-borne diseases.
2026 World Cup draw to hold Dec 5 at Kennedy Centre, Washington – Trump
The draw for the 2026 World Cup will be held at the Kennedy Center in Washington on December 5, President Donald Trump announced Friday.
FG vows to hunt, bring killers of Katsina worshippers to justice
The Federal Government has vowed to hunt down and bring to justice the perpetrators of the heinous killings of worshippers in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Cameroon court rejects bid to block Biya from re-election
Cameroon’s constitutional court on Friday rejected an attempt to bar veteran President Paul Biya from seeking an eighth term of office and extend his nearly 43 years in power.
Fix PDP, Fix Nigeria Group seeks clarification on zoning committee meeting
The Fix PDP, Fix Nigeria Group has called for clarity regarding the recent zoning committee meeting held in Lagos, following public comments attributed to Hon. Kingsley Chinda, Minority Leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) caucus in the House of Representatives.
Trump says ‘nice’ that Canada removing tariffs on some US goods
US President Donald Trump on Friday praised Canada’s decision to remove all tariffs on goods that are compliant with an existing North American trade treaty.
NPFL: Remo Stars, Rivers United share points in season opener
Remo Stars began the defence of their title with a 1-1 draw at home to Rivers United in what was the first game of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League season.
NAFDAC alerts Nigerians to fake Cowbell Milk in circulation
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians about the circulation of counterfeit 12g Cowbell “Our Milk” sachets across the country.
