GHL Floors First Bank in Court as Judge Sets Aside Freezing Order Over Suppression of Facts
A Lagos court has overturned an asset-freezing order against General Hydrocarbons Limited, ruling that First Bank suppressed material facts
Trump Administration Revokes Deportation Protections For Venezuelans In The US
The Trump administration has revoked an extension of deportation protections for over 600,000 Venezuelans, reversing a Biden-era decision.
Extreme Fire Danger Sweeps Across Australia’s Southeast as Heatwave Intensifies
Australia’s southeast is faced with severe fire risks as a relentless heatwave fuels hazardous conditions and heightened warnings.
Chinese President’s Envoy Meets with Vance, Musk Ahead of Trump’s Inauguration
Excerpt: A Chinese presidential envoy has met with Vance and Musk to hold discussions on the eve of Donald Trump’s inauguration. China’s Vice President Han Zheng met with US Vice
EFCC to Arraign Former FBN MD Olabisi Onasanya Honeywell’s Oba Otudeko, Others Over Alleged N12.3bn Fraud
The EFCC will, on Monday, arraign Olabisi Onasanya, Oba Otudeko, others over fraudulent transactions involving N12.3bn in loans.
Italy Pledges €400 Million in New Energy Partnership with Tunisia
Italy and Tunisia have signed a €400 million deal to advance energy transition, renewables, and strengthen bilateral cooperation.
Presidency Defends GDP Rebasing, Says It’s To Reflect Current Economy
The FG has said that the rebasing of Nigeria’s GDP will make economic data look better, enhance investor perception of Nigeria.
Minister Mahmoud Urges Residents to Stay Calm and Vigilant After Bomb Explosion in Abuja
Minister Mahmoud has urged Abuja residents to stay calm after bomb explosion, assuring them of ongoing security measures and investigations.
US Accuses Russia Of Funding Both Sides In Sudan Conflict
The US has accused Russia of funding both sides in Sudan’s war, amid rising tensions at the UN over the conflict.
Nasarawa Governor Sule Restructures Cabinet, Dissolves State Executive Council, Sacks SSG
Governor Abdullahi Sule has dissolved the Nasarawa Executive Council, sacks his SSG, citing efforts to restructure state governance
Bridge Collapse In Brazil Kills One, Spills Sulfuric Acid Into River
A Brazilian bridge collapse has killed one person and spilled sulfuric acid into the Tocantins River
Nigeria’s Crude Production To Increase By 30,000bpd As Oriental Energy Unveils $315m FPSO Vessel
Oriental Energy has unveiled a $315m FPSO vessel, expected to enhance Nigeria’s oil output and support Tinubu’s reforms.
110 Elderly Killed In Haiti Slum After Gang Leader Acts On Voodoo Priest’s Advice
A gang leader in Haiti massacred 110 elderly people, acting on a Voodoo priest’s claim of witchcraft causing his son’s illness.
Again, FG Dismisses Claims of Tax Reforms Targeting Northern Nigeria, Calls for National Unity
FG has assured that tax reforms are not anti-North, urging unity and constructive dialogue to address concerns raised by stakeholders.
Naira Strengthens Further As Eurobond Issuance and EFEMS Boost Investor Confidence
The Naira has appreciated to N1,587.29/$1, N1,590/$ on official and parallel FX markets respectively
Romanian Presidential Candidate Calin Georgescu Pledges to End Ukraine Aid if Elected
Romania’s presidential frontrunner, Calin Georgescu, has pledged to halt all support for Ukraine, sparking EU and NATO concerns.
Protests Erupt Across Georgia as President Zourabichvili Declares Current Parliament ‘Illegitimate’
Mass protests have erupted across Georgia after the government paused EU accession talks, with demonstrators demanding fresh elections and European integration.
NUPRC Data Contradicts NNPC’s 1.8 Million BPD Oil Production Claim
NUPRC data has disputed NNPC’s 1.8 million bpd claim, revealing actual production of 1.538 million bpd in October.
Blinken To Meet NATO Allies In Brussels Amid Rising Concerns For Ukraine Over Trump Victory
US Secretary of State Blinken is set to meet NATO allies in Brussels as Trump’s win raises concerns for Ukraine.
IGP Egbetokun Orders Investigation Into Treatment Of Minors In Police Detention
Following outrage over the arraignment of minors, IGP Egbetokun has directed a probe into minors’ treatment, welfare in police facilities.
