The Court of Appeal in Abuja has overturned a controversial ₦579 billion judgment earlier awarded to Kasmal International Services Limited against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), ruling that the funds in question belong to the Federation and not to any private entity. The appellate court, in a decision delivered on Wednesday, July 16, 2025,
Indonesia has announced a significant diplomatic and economic breakthrough following a high-stakes trade negotiation with the United States, describing the outcome as the beginning of a “new era” in bilateral relations. The agreement, which was finalised after direct talks between Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and U.S. President Donald Trump, marks a major shift in the
The Imo State Police Command has announced a ban on the use of mini-buses and tricycles for police patrol operations across Owerri and other parts of the state, citing security concerns and the need to restore public confidence in law enforcement activities. The directive, issued by the state Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, was
President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has announced plans to drastically reduce the cost of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, by initiating direct sales to consumers. The move, aimed at curbing the high retail prices currently burdening Nigerian households, was disclosed during a recent tour of the Dangote Refinery
The Executive Chairman of Ilorin South Local Government Area, Hon. Nuhu Majeed Podo, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to security and youth development through a courtesy visit to the A’ Division Police Headquarters in Ilorin. During the visit, which took place on Monday, July 15, 2025, Hon. Podo met with Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP)
The Kano State Police Command has arrested twelve senior students of Government Secondary School, Bichi, following the gruesome death of two junior students who were allegedly tortured by their seniors. The incident, which occurred on Monday, July 14, 2025, has sent shockwaves across the state and sparked fresh calls for stricter anti-bullying measures in Nigerian
Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) has become the first Nigerian banking stock to trade above ₦100 per share on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), marking a historic milestone in the nation’s capital market and underscoring renewed investor confidence in the financial sector. The breakthrough occurred on Monday, July 14, 2025, as GTCO’s share price surged past
Vice President Kashim Shettima is set to lead a high-powered federal delegation to Daura, Katsina State, for the third-day prayer in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on July 13, 2025, at the age of 82. Acting on the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Vice President will be
In a bold step toward tackling unemployment and boosting youth empowerment, the Lagos State Government has partnered with Diageo Nigeria to train over 250 young people in hospitality, entrepreneurship, and retail under the Learning for Life (L4L) programme. The initiative was officially launched on Monday, July 14, 2025, at The Wings Tower, Victoria Island, Lagos,
14 July, 2025 The Ogun State Muslim Council (OMC) is deeply saddened by the passing of Alayeluwa Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, and President-General of Ogun State Muslim Council who departed this life on Sunday 13th July,2025 at the ripe age of 91. The monarch’s demise has sent shockwaves
