A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has adjourned the alleged ₦12.3 billion fraud case involving prominent businessman and Chairman of the Honeywell Group, Oba Otudeko, till June 11, 2025, to allow parties conclude ongoing settlement discussions. Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke granted the adjournment after counsels representing both the prosecution and defence confirmed that talks aimed
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt birthday wishes to Alhaji Khamis Olatunde Badmus, describing him as a consummate farmer, a pillar of community development, and a statesman whose life has been marked by unwavering service to the nation. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Chief
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has taken significant steps to strengthen its operational readiness and expand its presence in Benue State through the ongoing upgrade of critical infrastructure at the NAF Base in Makurdi. The development comes as part of a broader effort by the military to improve its response to prevailing security challenges, especially
In a decisive move to strengthen the implementation framework of its student loan scheme, the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has brought together critical stakeholders for a transformative five-day engagement and technical workshop aimed at fine-tuning operational strategies and enhancing collaboration across sectors. The workshop, which commenced earlier this week in Abuja, brought under one
Qatar has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening economic ties with Nigeria, with special focus on agriculture, food security, and petrochemicals. The confirmation came during a high-level diplomatic exchange, where Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, the Qatari Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, disclosed that several Qatari companies are already expressing strong interest in entering the Nigerian market. “Our
An Afghan woman participating in this year’s Hajj pilgrimage has delivered a baby girl in the holy city of Madinah, marking the first birth recorded during the 2025 Hajj season. The significant event occurred at the Maternity and Children’s Hospital within the King Salman Medical City complex, where the expectant mother was swiftly attended to
In a landmark move toward self-reliance and healthcare innovation, Nigeria has officially commissioned its first large-scale rapid diagnostic test (RDT) production facility, CODIX BIO Limited, in Ogun State. Situated along the Sagamu Expressway, the state-of-the-art factory is set to revolutionize the country’s diagnostics landscape and significantly boost local capacity in disease detection and prevention. CODIX
The National Communication Team of the Federal Government has concluded a comprehensive review of its mid-term performance, with a renewed commitment to more effectively communicate the achievements and policy directions of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to Nigerians and the international community. The meeting, which brought together key officials from various federal communication and information
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed fresh investment initiatives from Qatari investors aimed at exploring Nigeria’s vast agricultural potential, reaffirming the country’s openness to strategic and mutually beneficial partnerships that support economic diversification and food security. The President gave the assurance during high-level discussions with a delegation of Qatari investors at the Presidential Villa in
In a pivotal moment for Nigeria’s economic future, the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun has called on the Ministry’s Top Management Staff to leverage their expertise in driving economic acceleration and fiscal stability for the benefit of all Nigerians. This clarion call was made today at the
