Obaseki, following the completion of his second tenure as Edo Governor, has proceeded on vacation for rest and medical checks.

Simbi Wabote, ex-NCDMB head, has denied arrest by EFCC, stating he was only there to answer a routine invitation.

Trump has appointed Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) to reduce bureaucracy.

Tinubu has celebrated Edo’s democratic progress, declaring Nigeria’s economic challenges over, and calling for reconciliation and unity in governance.

Afreximbank has approved a $200m finance facility for BUA Industries, supporting expansion in manufacturing, infrastructure, and export sectors in Nigeria.

CBN’s Cardoso has emphasised that raising capital requirements will empower banks to expand credit access, enhancing financial inclusion for underserved Nigerians

Ondo PDP has claimed it has uncovered a plan by the APC to compromise the upcoming governorship election process.

Shell has won an appeal, overturning a 2021 ruling that ordered it to reduce carbon emissions by 45% by 2030

Zelensky reported that the Ukrainian incursion in the Kursk region is tying down 50,000 Russian troops, limiting Moscow’s offensive capabilities.

IGP Kayode Egbetokun has clarified that the minors pardoned by President Tinubu were arrested for vandalism, not for protesting.

Nigeria Customs Area 2 Command has generated over N550.4 billion this year, achieving 89% of its revenue target.

President Tinubu called for an end to Israeli aggression in Gaza at the Arab-Islamic Summit in Riyadh.

President Tinubu has commemorated Ken Saro-Wiwa and the Ogoni 9, pledging to honour their legacy of justice and sustainable development.

The NNPC has announced an end to petroleum importation, transitioning fully to local supply through the Dangote Refinery.

COP29’s opening plenary has been paused as developed and developing nations clash over agenda priorities.

Amnesty International has urged Abuja authorities to halt forced evictions displacing thousands, demanding immediate support for communities rendered homeless

Edo governor-elect Okpebholo has appointed Fred Itua as Chief Press Secretary, marking the first appointment of his administration.

AGF Fagbemi has inaugurated committee to audit gas agreements, ensuring protection from liabilities and promoting Nigeria’s gas development.

IGP Egbetokun, has emphasised that no quasi-security groups, including state-backed vigilantes, will participate in Saturday’s election.

Korea has pledged $10bn development assistance to Africa by 2030, positioning Nigeria as a major beneficiary of the support initiative.