Ibadan, July 2, 2025 — The Federal High Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, has convicted two social media personalities, Bukola Rufai and Abdulateef Jimoh, for violating the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Act by abusing the Nigerian currency in viral videos posted online. Justice Uche Agomoh, who presided over the case, found the defendants guilty
Umuahia, July 2, 2025 — Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has firmly dismissed speculations suggesting his involvement in any political coalition, reaffirming his unwavering commitment to the Labour Party (LP). In a statement issued through his media office on Tuesday, Governor Otti described recent reports linking him to opposition coalitions as false and misleading.
The Russian government has maintained that a significant reduction or complete halt in the supply of Western arms to Ukraine would bring the ongoing conflict closer to resolution. Speaking from Moscow, authorities reiterated their long-standing position that continued military support from NATO allies and European countries has been a major factor prolonging hostilities in the
Abuja, July 2, 2025 — Political activist and rights advocate, Deji Adeyanju, has called on Sahara Reporters publisher and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, to consider joining the emerging opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging him to prioritize political impact over public perception. Adeyanju made the call in a public message shared
As political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections begin to take shape, former presidential candidate and Labour Party stalwart, Mr. Peter Obi, has formally submitted a one-term presidency proposal to members of a coalition seeking to present a united front. The move is seen as part of ongoing negotiations aimed at building consensus among
At the ongoing Nigeria Oil and Gas (NOG) Energy Week in Abuja, key stakeholders have renewed calls for robust investment across Nigeria’s energy sector and the wider African continent. Industry leaders, government officials, and international partners converged to chart a course for sustainable energy development, emphasising that unlocking Africa’s vast energy potential requires urgent capital
In a decisive move to address the escalating teachers’ strike in the Federal Capital Territory, the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, is scheduled to hold a high-level meeting tomorrow with area council chairmen, representatives of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), and officials of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). The meeting, which
Lagos, July 2, 2025 – Five Chinese nationals previously convicted of cyber terrorism and internet fraud by a Lagos federal court have been formally repatriated following the completion of their sentences, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) confirmed on Tuesday. The defendants, whose names were among the 15 Chinese and other foreign nationals convicted
A key witness in the ongoing EFCC prosecution has alleged that former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika awarded lucrative contracts to a company linked to his daughter and son‑in‑law, bypassing open bidding and favouring family interests. Retired Ministry of Aviation procurement director Musa Odiniyan testified that Al Buraq Global Investment Limited, operated by Sirika’s daughter Fatima and
Abuja, July 2, 2025 — Nigeria’s economy grew at an estimated rate of 3.7% year-on-year during the first half of 2025, buoyed by increased crude oil production and resilient performance in the manufacturing and services sectors, according to a report from Stanbic IBTC Bank based on S&P Global PMI data . Economists attribute the uptick
