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NCAA Seeks EFCC’s Support to Tackle Fraud in Aviation Sector

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to intensify efforts against fraud and economic crimes within the country’s aviation industry. The call was made on Tuesday when the NCAA Director General, Captain Chris Najomo, led his management team on a courtesy visit to the EFCC Chairman, Mr. […]

Wike Imposes N5m Fine, 7.5% Conversion Charge on FCT Land Use Defaulters

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved strict penalties for land title holders and allottees who violated the Land Use Act in Abuja. Wike announced a N5 million fine, payable within 30 days, for defaulters. In addition, he approved a 7.5 per cent charge on the Assessed Capital Value of […]

Trump Dismisses Online Rumors of Illness and Death as “Fake News”

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

False claims suggesting that former US President Donald Trump is seriously ill — or even dead — spread rapidly across social media platforms in recent days, fueled by manipulated images, old photos, and misleading narratives. At a White House press conference on Tuesday, Trump, 79, addressed the speculation head-on, calling the rumours about his health […]

Court Nullifies 15-Year Mandatory Service Rule for Nigerian Soldiers

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The National Industrial Court in Abuja has struck down a controversial provision in the Harmonised Terms and Conditions of Service (HTACOS) for officers of the Nigerian Armed Forces, which required soldiers to serve a minimum of 15 years before being eligible to resign. Delivering judgment on Tuesday in a suit filed by Flight Lieutenant J.A. […]

UK Pledges Stronger Cybersecurity Partnership with Nigeria

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Abuja, Nigeria – The United Kingdom has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cooperation with Nigeria in the fight against cybercrime and digital insecurity, pledging technical support and intelligence sharing under an existing security partnership. Speaking at the inaugural seminar on Anticipatory, Cyber, and Digital Diplomacy for Strengthening Nigeria’s Foreign Policy in Abuja on Tuesday, the […]

Tinubu Dismisses Trump’s Tariffs, Says Nigeria’s Economy Strong Enough to Withstand Shocks

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday declared that his administration remains resilient in the face of new U.S. trade policies introduced by President Donald Trump, including tariffs targeting Nigerian exports. Speaking at the Presidential Villa in Abuja during a solidarity visit by members of The Buhari Organisation led by former Nasarawa State Governor, Senator Tanko Al-Makura, […]

Gov. Okpebholo Celebrates Team Edo’s Dominance at National Youth Games

September 2, 2025September 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has hailed the impressive performance of Team Edo at the ongoing 9th National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State, where the state’s athletes have stormed to the top of the medals table with 17 gold, 5 silver, and 3 bronze medals. The Governor, in a statement on Tuesday, described […]

Former IGP Solomon Arase Passes Away at 69

August 31, 2025August 31, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Nigeria Police Force has announced the death of its 18th indigenous Inspector-General of Police and immediate past Chairman of the Police Service Commission, Dr. Solomon Ehigiator Arase, CFR, NPM, fdc, FCIA (Rtd.). Arase, aged 69, died on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Cedarcrest Hospital in Abuja after a brief illness. His passing was formally […]