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SGF urges Code of Conduct Tribunal to embrace technology

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has urged the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) to adopt digital technology in the administration of justice to improve case management, records administration and overall operational efficiency. Akume made the appeal on Tuesday while receiving the Chairman of the CCT, Dr. Mainasara Kogo, […]

Tinubu Approves New Army Battalion to Boost Security in Kwara

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a new Nigerian Army battalion in Kwara State as part of efforts to strengthen security and intensify the fight against banditry, terrorism, kidnapping and other violent crimes. The new military formation will be sited in Omu Aran, the headquarters of Irepodun Local Government Area. It is expected […]

Ignore Fake Recruitment Update, Customs Tell Nigerians

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has warned Nigerians to disregard a fake recruitment update circulating on social media, stating that it did not originate from the Service. In a statement issued on Thursday, the NCS urged members of the public to rely only on information released through its official communication channels for authentic updates on […]

Troops Rescue 11 Kidnap Victims, Arrest 21 Terror Suspects, Collaborators

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Nigerian military has rescued 11 kidnapped victims and arrested 21 suspected terrorists, collaborators, logistics suppliers and drug peddlers during coordinated operations across Borno, Zamfara and Kogi states. The operations, conducted between July 21 and 22 under Operation HADIN KAI, Operation Fansan Yamma and Operation MESA, also led to the discovery and destruction of improvised […]

Headline: Customs to Begin 100% Cargo Scanning at Onne Port

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) says it will soon commence 100 per cent scanning of all cargoes arriving through Onne Port in Rivers State to strengthen surveillance and curb the importation of arms, ammunition, illicit drugs and other contraband. The National Public Relations Officer of the NCS, Abdullahi Maiwada, disclosed this in Port Harcourt on Tuesday […]

Haaland gets record £15.5m FPL price as Fantasy Premier League unveils major 2026/27 changes

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Erling Haaland has been handed a record-breaking £15.5 million price tag as Fantasy Premier League (FPL) introduced a raft of new features and gameplay updates ahead of the 2026/27 season. The Manchester City striker becomes the most expensive player in Fantasy Premier League history, while Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes received the biggest price increase, […]

CBN Retains Interest Rate at 26.5% as MPC Adopts Cautious Stance on Inflation

July 22, 2026July 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has retained the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 26.5 per cent, opting for a cautious approach to inflation management amid renewed global uncertainties and persistent domestic price pressures. Announcing the decision after the committee’s meeting, the Governor of the CBN and Chairman of […]

Edo Closes Case Against Four Suspected Kidnappers, Defence Opens Friday

July 22, 2026July 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government has concluded its prosecution in the trial of four suspected kidnappers after calling seven witnesses before a special court established to handle kidnapping and cult-related offences in the state. The defendants—Marvellous Isaac (32), Wisdom Michael (36), Rufus Emete Michael (30), and Gift Raphael (27)—are standing trial over the alleged abduction of […]