The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has criticised the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over its reported freezing of the Osun State Government’s statutory allocation account, insisting that the anti-graft agency lacks the constitutional authority to impose a blanket restriction on a state’s finances without a valid court order. The EFCC had directed First Bank...
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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has recovered two FN FAL rifles and live ammunition during a raid on a suspected bandits’ hideout in Dajin Madam Forest, located along the Plateau–Bauchi border. The operation followed ongoing investigations into the arrest of four suspects allegedly involved in supplying arms, ammunition and illicit substances to bandits....
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Nigeria’s Super Falcons produced a commanding performance to defeat Egypt 6-2 and secure a place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Wednesday. The defending champions bounced back from a shock opening defeat to Malawi to finish second in Group C and keep alive their quest for a...
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Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have identified senior commanders and key operatives of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) following recent offensive operations in northern Borno State, marking another breakthrough in ongoing counter-terrorism efforts in the Lake Chad Basin. The identified terrorist leaders include Abu Musa Al-Mangawi Baa Shuwa, described as the Wali...
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has defended its decision to freeze the bank accounts of the Osun State Government, saying the move was aimed at preventing the alleged diversion of public funds and had nothing to do with the state’s August 15 governorship election. In a statement posted on its official X account...
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Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction in the ex-depot prices of petrol and diesel, cutting the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by N50 per litre and Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), also known as diesel, by N80 per litre. The new prices take effect from Thursday, August 6. Under the revised pricing structure, the...
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The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) says it is targeting between $30 billion and $50 billion in investments from 22 major offshore oil and gas projects expected to come on stream between 2026 and 2030. The Commission’s Chief Executive, Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, disclosed this on Wednesday during the Society of Petroleum Engineers’ Nigeria Annual...
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President Bola Tinubu has welcomed the rescue of 308 abducted Nigerians in coordinated security operations across Niger and Kwara states, describing the mission as a testament to the growing effectiveness of intelligence-led operations and inter-agency collaboration. The President also directed security agencies to strengthen early warning mechanisms, deepen community-based intelligence gathering and enhance rapid response...
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The Federal Government has unveiled an ambitious national programme that seeks to tackle youth unemployment, reduce insecurity and unlock the economic potential of Nigeria’s sports industry through the integration of education and elite athletic development. The initiative, known as the National Sports and Education Excellence Programme (N-SEEP), was launched in Abuja by the Minister of...
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The Federal Government has unveiled a comprehensive reform programme aimed at transforming autism care in Nigeria through expanded specialist training, increased investments in tertiary institutions and the establishment of Autism Centres across the country’s six geopolitical zones. Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, CON, announced the initiative during an engagement with stakeholders, describing it...
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