Reading Time: 2 minutesThe trial of the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has been adjourned till Friday, October 24, after he suddenly sacked his entire team of lawyers on Thursday. Kanu, who is facing terrorism-related charges before the Federal...

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Federal Government has approved uniform sale prices for housing units under its Renewed Hope Estate Programme, a move aimed at promoting fairness and affordability for Nigerians across all states. According to the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, the Renewed...

Reading Time: < 1 minuteHuman rights activist and leader of the #FreeNnamdiKanuProtest, Omoyele Sowore, has been arrested by security operatives at the Federal High Court in Abuja. His arrest comes after he led protesters demanding the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of...

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe House of Representatives has taken a strong stance against arbitrary rent increases across Nigeria, proposing that rent hikes should not exceed 20% of the current amount, regardless of infrastructure upgrades or other factors. This decision follows a motion raised by Hon....

Reading Time: 2 minutesAbuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as the sixth substantive Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The swearing-in ceremony took place on Thursday at the State House Council Chamber, Abuja. Speaking during...

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has inaugurated its new Delta State Office Complex in Warri, marking a major milestone in the Commission’s effort to strengthen its presence and improve operational efficiency in the region. According to Mediaplusng.com, the newly completed office...

Reading Time: < 1 minutePresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II, CFR, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, on the 9th anniversary of his ascension to the ancient throne of Benin Kingdom. The anniversary, which falls on Monday, October 20, marks nearly...

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Federal Government has launched the Customs Verification Management System (CVMS) — a major digital innovation designed to move the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) closer to full automation and smarter customs operations. According to a report by Mediaplusng.com, the CVMS serves as...

Reading Time: 2 minutesWest African insurance companies are facing growing financial pressure as climate change continues to cause widespread economic losses estimated at $50 billion annually. Insurers from across the region recently met in Lagos to discuss how to adapt their business models and protect policyholders...

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe African Democratic Congress (ADC) has suspended its National Vice Chairman (South-South), Mr. Usani Uguru Usani, for actions the party describes as violating its constitution and threatening internal unity. In a statement released in Abuja and signed by Mr. James Otudor, the...