EFCC: Internet Fraud Fuelling Tougher Visa Restrictions on Nigerians
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has warned that the rising wave of internet fraud is directly responsible for tougher visa restrictions being imposed on innocent Nigerians abroad. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, said fraudulent practices are destroying the future of perpetrators while tarnishing Nigeria’s global reputation. He noted that the trend is forcing foreign […]
Tinubu Lifts Six-Month Emergency Rule in Rivers, Restores Fubara, Assembly
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday lifted the emergency rule imposed on Rivers State since March 18, 2025, paving the way for Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Nma Odu, Speaker Martins Amaewhule, and all members of the State House of Assembly to resume duties from Thursday, September 18. Tinubu, in a personally signed statement, […]
Utah Man Charged with Capital Murder in Charlie Kirk Assassination; Prosecutors to Seek Death Penalty
Prosecutors have formally charged 22-year-old Tyler Robinson with the aggravated murder of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, announcing Tuesday that they will pursue the death penalty in the high-profile case stemming from a Sept. 10 shooting at Utah Valley University. Robinson faces a total of six felony counts, including: Aggravated murder Felony discharge of a firearm […]
Fed Poised to Cut Rates as Trump Pressure Mounts, Economy Shows Signs of Stagflation
The Federal Reserve is set to announce a key interest rate decision Wednesday, as economic uncertainty and political pressure converge in one of the most pivotal monetary policy moments of the year. Amid slowing job growth and stubborn inflation, the central bank is widely expected to lower interest rates for the first time in nine […]
Trump Administration Greenlights $1 Billion in U.S. Weapons Aid for Ukraine via New NATO-Backed System
The Trump administration has approved its first military aid packages for Ukraine under a newly established international funding framework, marking a major shift in U.S. defense policy toward the conflict, according to two sources familiar with the matter. The packages — collectively valued at up to $1 billion — will be delivered through the Prioritised […]
Protesters Project Trump-Epstein Images on Windsor Castle Ahead of State Visit; Four Arrested
British police arrested four individuals on Tuesday after unauthorized images of U.S. President Donald Trump and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were projected onto the walls of Windsor Castle, just hours before Trump’s ceremonial welcome by King Charles. The protest unfolded earlier in the day near the historic royal residence, as demonstrators unfurled a large […]
DSS Files Charges Against Sowore, X, Meta Over Posts on Tinubu
The Department of State Services (DSS) has filed a five-count charge at the Federal High Court in Abuja against human rights activist Omoyele Sowore, alongside social media giants X (formerly Twitter) and Meta (owners of Facebook). Court filings marked FHC/ABJ/CR/484/2015, sighted on Tuesday, list the Federal Republic of Nigeria as complainant, with Sowore, X Inc., and […]
FG Unveils Fresh Incentives to Boost Agricultural Investment
The Federal Government has rolled out new incentives to boost agricultural investment under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Vice President Kashim Shettima announced the measures on Tuesday in Abuja at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) National and Sub-regional Hand-in-Hand Investment Forum. Shettima said the incentives form part of reforms aimed at unlocking […]
Ibas: Emergency Rule in Rivers Was a Necessary Step to Restore Peace
Outgoing Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd), has defended the state of emergency declared earlier this year, describing it as a necessary intervention to restore peace amid political and security turmoil. President Bola Tinubu imposed emergency rule in Rivers on March 18, 2025, following a political impasse that threatened governance. Speaking […]
53 Scale First Hurdle in Federal Permanent Secretary Race
The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) has restated the federal government’s commitment to meritocracy, transparency, and fairness in the appointment of permanent secretaries. The assurance followed the conclusion of the first-tier written examination in the ongoing selection process. Out of 73 accredited candidates, 70 sat for the test, […]
