Lagos, June 21, 2025 – The Nigerian Naira continued its downward slide on the foreign exchange market, trading at an alarming ₦2,200 to one British Pound Sterling, amid persistent liquidity challenges and growing demand for foreign currency. This latest depreciation marks a significant drop in value and adds to the pressure on Nigeria’s fragile exchange
Abuja, June 21, 2025 – States in Nigeria’s North Central zone collectively received a total of ₦126.17 billion in Value Added Tax (VAT) allocations during the first quarter of 2025, despite generating ₦52.69 billion within the same period, a reflection of the Federal Government’s revenue sharing structure aimed at fiscal balancing across the federation. According
Maiduguri, June 21, 2025 – At least ten people have been confirmed dead and seven others injured following a suicide bomb attack at a local fish market in Gwoza, Borno State, in what authorities suspect to be the latest assault by remnants of terror groups operating in the North-East region. The incident occurred on Saturday
Lagos, June 21, 2025 – The Communications Director of the Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria, Mr. Caleb Audu, has attributed Nigeria’s persistent struggle with sickle cell disease to deep-seated cultural and religious sentiments that have historically undermined scientific understanding and intervention. Speaking during a recent advocacy campaign for Sickle Cell Awareness Month, Audu lamented that while
Abuja, June 21, 2025 – As part of activities commemorating the 2025 Civil Service Week, the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction led by its Permanent Secretary, Dr. Yakubu Adamu, observed a special Jumat prayer at the National Mosque in Abuja on Friday. The solemn gathering brought together Muslim faithful from within the
Abuja, June 21, 2025 – The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has issued a stern warning to the public against falling victim to fraudulent recruitment and auction schemes being widely circulated on social media platforms. In a statement released by the Service, the Customs authority expressed concern over the increasing activities of scammers who impersonate NCS
Abuja, June 21, 2025 – The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed the final forfeiture of ₦1.5 billion to the Federal Government, marking a significant legal victory in the country’s anti-corruption and asset recovery efforts. The appellate court upheld the decision of the Federal High Court, which had previously granted a final forfeiture order
Lagos, June 21, 2025 – The Lagos State Police Command has announced the arrest of Wasiu Akinwande, widely known by the alias “Olori Eso,” who has been described as one of the most dangerous and elusive hired killers operating in the state in recent years. Akinwande, whose reign of terror spanned several high-profile violent crimes
Abuja, June 21, 2025 – Development experts and policy stakeholders have called for urgent political will and improved governance to effectively combat the deepening climate crisis and persistent conflicts plaguing the Sahel region. This position was echoed at a high-level policy dialogue held in Abuja, where participants underscored the urgent need for coordinated, inclusive, and
Abuja, June 21, 2025 – The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has applauded Nigeria’s strides in advancing migration governance and strengthening disaster preparedness mechanisms, citing the country’s evolving framework as a model for inclusive and forward-looking policy development. The commendation came during a courtesy visit by a delegation from IOM, led by the Chief of
