A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has granted the final forfeiture of ₦335 million, Galaxy Hospital, five petrol stations, and multiple landed properties linked to an alleged fraud case under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The judgment, delivered in July 2025, followed the commission’s application after an earlier interim forfeiture
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Professor Florence Banku Obi, has pledged to resolve the lingering induction crisis facing the university’s dentistry students within the next few months. This assurance was given during a media briefing held on July 15, 2025, at the Council Chamber of the institution in Calabar, Cross River State.
Nigeria has once again reached a significant milestone in its oil production target, attaining the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) quota of 1.5 million barrels per day (bpd) in June 2025. This marks the second time the country has met the benchmark this year, the first being in January. According to OPEC’s latest
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has issued a strong warning against individuals assaulting officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), vowing that perpetrators will face the full wrath of the law. The governor made this declaration on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in response to the increasing reports of violent attacks against LASTMA personnel
King Salman of Saudi Arabia recently presided over a high-level Cabinet meeting, during which he endorsed a series of key initiatives aimed at strengthening international cooperation and advancing national development goals. The session focused on strategies to enhance diplomatic relations, boost economic diversification, and promote sustainable growth across various sectors within the kingdom. Under King
A renewed controversy is brewing in Washington as U.S. lawmakers remain sharply divided over the delayed release of documents connected to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, some of which are rumored to reference former President Donald Trump. The stalled disclosure, part of an ongoing federal investigation into Epstein’s extensive criminal network and associations with high-profile
Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Amina Mohammed, has described former President Muhammadu Buhari as a leader who upheld the rule of law, even though he remained visibly uncomfortable with the murky waters of politics. Speaking during a recent public dialogue in Abuja on governance and leadership in Africa, Amina shared personal insights into her
A vibrant new mural celebrating Liverpool football star Diogo Jota has been unveiled in the heart of Liverpool, captivating fans and locals alike. The artwork, which vividly captures the Portuguese forward in action, is a tribute to Jota’s significant contributions to Liverpool FC since his arrival. Known for his agility, goal-scoring prowess, and relentless work
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has revealed that it is currently investigating 79 suspected Ponzi schemes operating illegally across Nigeria, as part of its intensified crackdown on fraudulent investment operations. This disclosure was made over the weekend by the Director-General of the Commission, Lamido Yuguda, during a media briefing in Abuja. Yuguda expressed deep
Doctors in Nigeria’s South-West region have issued a stern warning to the Federal Government, threatening to embark on an industrial strike if their demands for improved allowances and welfare packages are not met within 21 days. The medical practitioners, speaking through their professional associations, expressed dissatisfaction with what they described as unfair and inadequate compensation,
