Afreximbank Calls for Urgent Fiscal Discipline as Africa’s Debt Hits $1.2 Trillion
Africa’s debt reaches $1.2 trillion, with Afreximbank urging fiscal discipline to ensure sustainability and reduce borrowing from 2027.
Abia Businessman Sues First Bank Over Alleged ₦550m Fixed Deposit Fraud
Nigerian Businessman Dr. Eke Agbai has sued First Bank over alleged ₦550m fixed deposit fraud, demanding full reimbursement.
Senate Backs Akpabio with Vote of Confidence Despite Controversy
The Senate has passed a vote of confidence in Akpabio, dismissing allegations of sexual harassment and controversy surrounding his leadership.
US Congress Approves Sanctions on Nigeria Over Christian Killings
The US House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee approves sanctions on Nigeria over the widespread killing of Christians and religious violence.
PDP Is Bigger Than Any Individual, Internal Challenges Will Be Fixed, Says Bayelsa Governor Diri
Bayelsa Governor Diri has insisted that PDP is bigger than any individual and must resolve its internal challenges to remain competitive.
Tinubu Approves Upgrade of Maiduguri Airport, Boosting Trade and Investment in North-East
Tinubu has approved Maiduguri airport’s upgrade to international status, completing Nigeria’s network of international airports across all six geo-political zones.
El-Rufai Alleges Some Ministers Paid for Appointments Under Tinubu
El-Rufai has claimed some ministers paid for appointments under Tinubu, insisting he never lobbied for any position in the administration.
Namibia Confirms First Cholera Case In A Decade, Africa CDC Issues Alert
Namibia has confirmed its first cholera case in ten years, prompting health officials to reinforce response measures and surveillance efforts.
US Imposes Sanctions On Iran’s Oil Minister And Shadow Fleet Vessels
The US has sanctioned Iran’s oil minister and shadow fleet vessels used to disguise Iranian oil shipments to China.
WBO Orders Oleksandr Usyk to Fight Joseph Parker
The WBO has ordered Oleksandr Usyk to defend his title against Joseph Parker.
Wike Dismisses Threats Over Fubara’s Impeachment, Says ‘Heaven Will Not Fall’
Wike has said that heaven will not fall if Fubara is impeached as Rivers’ governor, dismissing threats made by INC
Lagos GDP Hits $259bn, Becomes Africa’s Second-Largest Economy After Cairo
Lagos GDP has reached $259 billion, solidifying its position as Africa’s second-largest economy behind Cairo.
UK, Nigeria Deepen Creative Ties with New Technical Working Group Under ETIP
UK and Nigeria have launched the Creative Industries Working Group to boost collaboration, trade, and innovation under ETIP.
EFCC Exposes 58 Ponzi Schemes, Warns Nigerians Against Fraudulent Investment Platforms
The EFCC has revealed a list of 58 fraudulent investment firms, warning Nigerians against Ponzi schemes
FG Vetting Candidates for Over 100 Diplomatic Missions, Appointments Imminent, Reuters Reports
Reuters has reported the Nigerian government is vetting candidates for diplomatic missions, with ambassadorial appointments expected soon after an 18-month delay.
Shettima: Nigeria On A New Growth Trajectory, Ready For Investment Across Different Sectors
Shettima has said that Nigeria is on a new growth trajectory due to Tinubu’s courageous leadership and policies
Nigerian Government Commences Construction of 2nd Niger Bridge Bypasses
FG has released 30% mobilisation for the 2nd Niger Bridge bypasses, with Works Minister Umahi confirming progress on federal road projects.
Youths Set LGA Secretariat, Chief’s Palace, Hotel Ablaze In Protest Over Deaths Of Benue Security
Security was tightened in Benue after protesting youths set government properties ablaze over murder of protection guards.
Elon Musk Claims X Cyberattack Traced to Ukraine, Suggests Possible State Involvement
Elon Musk has claimed a cyberattack on X was ‘well-coordinated’ and possibly state-backed, with digital traces originating from Ukraine.
House of Reps Proposes Ban on Pornographic Websites, Urges NCC to Enforce Shutdown
The House of Reps has proposed a motion urging NCC to shut down pornographic websites and sanction defaulting internet service providers.
