In a move that is expected to reshape property investment dynamics in the Kingdom, Saudi Arabia has officially released the complete framework of its newly approved law regulating real estate ownership by non-Saudi nationals. This development follows the endorsement of the regulation by the Saudi Council of Ministers earlier in the month. Reports gathered by
Electricity consumers within select parts of Lagos State are bracing for extended outages as Ikeja Electric Plc has formally announced a 25-day planned power interruption, which the utility company says is necessary to carry out critical maintenance and infrastructure upgrades on its network. The exercise, according to information obtained by KIIN360, is expected to run
Ghana’s Black Queens secured the third-place medal at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over South Africa on Friday, July 25, 2025. The tightly contested bronze medal match, held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, ended 1-1 after regulation time. Both teams displayed tactical discipline
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commenced a specialized training programme on anti-Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) radar systems in Maiduguri, Borno State, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance air defence capabilities and counter evolving security threats. The initiative, which began on Saturday, July 26, 2025, is designed to equip personnel with advanced skills required
Abuja, July 26, 2025 — The Federal Ministry of Education has refuted recent claims circulating in the public domain that the minimum age for admission into Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1) has been raised to 12 years. In an official statement signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations, Mrs. Boriowo Folasade, the Ministry
Abuja, July 26, 2025 — The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has approached the Supreme Court, seeking an order to compel the Osun State Government to return local government funds allegedly misapplied over a seven-month period. In the originating summons filed at the apex court, the AGF
Lagos, July 26, 2025 — Financial technology firm OPay Digital Services has called on corporate bodies, public sector institutions, and philanthropists to prioritize investment in the educational development of Nigerian schoolchildren, stressing the need for stronger partnerships to bridge learning gaps across the country. The company made this appeal during a recent corporate social responsibility
Beijing, July 26, 2025 — The Chinese government has proposed the establishment of a global artificial intelligence (AI) governance body aimed at promoting responsible development and ethical use of AI technologies across international borders. Speaking at a high-level multilateral technology summit held in Beijing, Chinese officials emphasized the urgency of forming a unified global framework
Abuja, July 26, 2025 — The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) has reported that the number of active bank accounts in the country surged to 320 million as of March 2025, reflecting a steady rise in financial inclusion and digital banking adoption. According to data published by the agency, the increase marks a significant growth
Colombo, July 26, 2025 — In a strategic move to revitalize its tourism-dependent economy, the government of Sri Lanka has announced a new visa-free entry policy for visitors from 40 countries. The initiative, which took immediate effect, is aimed at stimulating foreign arrivals and accelerating post-crisis economic recovery. According to authorities in Colombo, the selected
