Two men convicted of the “deliberate and mindless” destruction of one of the United Kingdom’s most cherished natural landmarks are set to learn their fate on Tuesday, July 16, 2025, as a judge prepares to deliver sentencing in a case that gripped the nation. The duo was found guilty of illegally cutting down the Sycamore
Katsina State is set to host a solemn moment as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to receive the body of former President Muhammadu Buhari upon its arrival from London. The remains of the late Nigerian leader will be flown into Katsina before being taken to his hometown, Daura, for burial. According to official sources,
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has revealed that the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021 has attracted over $16 billion in investments into Nigeria’s oil and gas sector and significantly boosted crude oil production. Speaking during a stakeholder engagement in Abuja on Saturday, July 13, 2025, Kalu said the PIA
Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the South West, Chief Bode George, has chosen restraint and reflection in the wake of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s passing, emphasizing the need for solemnity rather than political commentary. Speaking to journalists shortly after news of the former president’s internment, Chief George stated that
As Nigeria intensifies efforts to regulate the cryptocurrency industry, concerns are mounting that several digital asset businesses may struggle to survive under the emerging regulatory framework. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have recently doubled down on enforcement measures targeting cryptocurrency exchanges, peer-to-peer (P2P) trading platforms, and digital
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, departed Abuja for Daura, Katsina State, to attend the state burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari. Her journey follows the announcement of national mourning and official burial rites in honour of the late statesman who served as Nigeria’s Head of State from
A Lagos court has recently convicted two companies for unlawfully collecting the sum of N80 million from unsuspecting investors within the state. The judgment follows an investigation that revealed these firms engaged in fraudulent schemes, misleading investors with false promises and operating without the necessary regulatory approvals. The court’s decision sends a strong message against
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared an indefinite strike in Ogun State, citing unresolved issues surrounding the contributory pension scheme and the minimum wage as key triggers for the industrial action. The decision, announced on Monday, follows prolonged negotiations with state government officials that reportedly failed to meet workers’ demands. According to NLC leaders,
Nigeria’s insurance sector is currently witnessing an unprecedented surge in the performance of its publicly listed companies, marking the best run in several years. This positive trend is driven by several key factors, including increased investor confidence, improved regulatory frameworks, and a growing demand for insurance products amid economic recovery. Market analysts attribute the upswing
In a significant legal development, MultiChoice Nigeria and the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) have jointly approached the Appeal Court to resolve the ongoing dispute surrounding the recent price hikes on DSTV and GOTV subscription packages. This move comes after regulatory interventions and public outcry over the increased fees for satellite TV services
