EFCC arraigns former NRC MD over alleged $385,000, N165.5m laundering
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday arraigned a former Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Fidet Edetanle, over alleged money laundering involving $385,000 and N165.5…
B-r-e-a-k-i-n-g: CBN reduces interest rate to 26.50 % from 27%
The Central Bank of Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has reduced the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 50 basis points to 26.50 per cent from 27 per cent, the CBN…
Court grants FG’s request to prosecute suspects linked to Bello Turji in absentia
The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Tuesday, granted an application filed by the Federal Government to prosecute five suspects linked to the notorious terrorist kingpin, Bello Turji, in absentia….
Anambra Govt. seals 200 shops at Bridgehead Market over sit-at-home violations
No fewer than 200 shops at the Bridge Head Market in Onitsha, have been sealed by the Onitsha South Local Government Council. The markets were sealed for failing to comply…
Akwa Ibom Police raids illegal drug distribution hub, apprehend 18 suspects
The Police Command in Akwa Ibom said on Monday that it has dismantled illegal drug distribution enclaves in Itu Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer…
Alleged property fraud: FG withdraws charge against Ozekhome
The Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi SAN, on Tuesday withdrew the charge filed by the Federal Government against, Prof. Mike Ozekhome SAN. He was dragged to court before Justice…
Kaduna ginger producing communities unite to tackle child labour
The Christian Rural and Urban Development Association of Nigeria (CRUDAN) has intensified efforts to eradicate child labour in the ginger supply chain in Southern Kaduna. The association has also urged…
Speeding truck kills LASTMA officer, 2 others in Badagry
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on Tuesday, said that a truck driving on excessive speed, had failed break and killed a LASTMA officer in the course of performing…
Africa’s $29.5trn Mineral Wealth Poised to Boost Mining Sector Jobs
Africa’s mining sector maintains its role as a key contributor of employment creation, fuelled by rising global demand for critical minerals. According to the Compendium of Africa’s Strategic Minerals 2026,…
Palm oil: What restaurants and resellers should know, by Libby Offem-Oke
If you run a food business or resell palm oil, this season is your profit window. Buying now allows you to lock in better quality. Reduce risk…
