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FG drops N60bn fraud charges against ex-AMCON MD

  Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos State Special Offences and Domestic Violence Court, Ikeja, has struck out a N60bn fraud case against former Managing Director of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria, Ahmed Kuru, following the Federal Government’s decision ...

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‎‎FG names KWAM 1 aviation security ambassador after airport incident

  The Federal Government has announced plans to engage Fuji star, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, as an ambassador for proper airport security protocol, after the recent controversy over his conduct at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, ...

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FG withdraws criminal complaint against Ibom Air passenger, reduces KWAM 1’s ban

  The Federal Government has withdrawn its criminal complaint against Ms. Comfort Emmanson, the passenger accused of unruly behaviour aboard an Ibom Air flight, and reduced the flight ban imposed on Fuji music star Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (popularly known as ...

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FG launches E-fiscal platform to crack down on tax evasion

  The Federal Government has commenced the rollout of a national Electronic Fiscal System to modernise Nigeria’s tax administration, curb evasion, and enhance transparency in revenue collection. The Federal Inland Revenue Service said the EFS, which incorporates an electronic invoicing ...

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Another UK-based Nigerian jailed five years for rape

  A 33-year-old Nigerian man, Segun Ogundipe, has been sentenced to five years in prison in the United Kingdom for raping and sexually assaulting a woman in Gloucester. PUNCH Metro learnt on Sunday, in a report published by Eye_opener220 on Instagram ...

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India buys Nigerian crude as Dangote imports US oil

  Refineries in India are buying Nigerian crude while the country’s Dangote Petroleum Refinery is largely running on American oil, The PUNCH reports. In a twist that underscores the complexities of global oil trade, India’s state refiners are snapping up ...

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Airport chaos: KWAM 1’s apology falls flat

  IN Nigeria, bad behaviour often cascades from the top, with the so-called ‘big man’s’ impunity undermining integrity in every aspect of national life. The incident involving celebrity musician Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as KWAM 1 and K1 de Ultimate, ...

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Ibom Air bans ‘unruly passenger’ for life after airport row

  Ibom Airlines Limited has banned a passenger identified as Comfort Emmanson, from flying with its airline after she was found assaulting one of the crew members of their aircraft. Emmanson had in a viral video repeatedly slapped a Purser ...

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Wanted General Overseer Arrested In Lagos For Cross-border Dr^g Tr^fficking

  Wanted General Overseer Arrested In Lagos For Cross-border Dr^g Tr^fficking Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested the founder and General Overseer of The Turn of Mercy Church, Prophet Adefolusho Aanu Olasele (alias Abbas Ajakaiye) ...

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FirstBank Champions Inclusive Fintech Innovation at Canada-Africa Fintech Summit (CAFS 2025)

  FirstBank Champions Inclusive Fintech Innovation at Canada-Africa Fintech Summit (CAFS 2025) Lagos, 9 August 2025 – FirstBank proudly sponsored the recently held Canada-Africa Fintech Summit (CAFS 2025), which took place from August 5–8 at the Sheraton Centre in Downtown ...

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“F!ghting Corruption Not Difficult As People Make It Look; If You, Your Wife, And Children Are Not Stealing, You Have Reduced Corruption By 60 Percent” — Peter Obi

  “F!ghting Corruption Not Difficult As People Make It Look; If You, Your Wife, And Children Are Not Stealing, You Have Reduced Corruption By 60 Percent” — Peter Obi Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has stated that ...

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EFCC arrests 66 suspected internet fraudsters in Lagos, Ogun

  The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested 66 suspected internet fraudsters in a sting operation in Ogun and Lagos states. Its Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, made this known in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja. Oyewale said that ...

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Israel must ‘reconsider’ Gaza control plan, says EU chief

  EU chief Ursula von der Leyen called on Israel on Friday to reverse its plan to further extend the military’s control over the Palestinian territory of Gaza. “The Israeli government’s decision to further extend its military operation in Gaza ...

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Ivorian forward Guessand seals Aston Villa move from Nice

  Aston Villa have confirmed the signing of 24-year-old Ivorian international Evann Guessand from Ligue 1 side Nice, marking manager Unai Emery’s fifth addition of the summer transfer window. The 6ft 2in forward joins the Midlands club on the back ...

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Modi, Putin discuss Ukraine, strengthen India-Russia ties

  Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he had “a very good” conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday, during which they discussed Ukraine and ways to strengthen bilateral ties. “Had a very good and detailed conversation with my ...

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Return to PDP, Bauchi gov tells Peter Obi

  The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum, and the governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, hosted the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, in the Bauchi Government House on Friday. While welcoming the members of ...

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US gold futures hit record high following tariffs on bullion bars

  The price of gold on the US futures market hit a record high on Friday following a report by the Financial Times that Washington was imposing tariffs on some bullion bars. The FT said gold bars weighing one kilogram ...

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Plateau, World Bank join forces to combat flood, drought

  Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has taken a step towards addressing environmental challenges by initiating an institutional framework in collaboration with the World Bank to generate reliable data aimed at mitigating floods, drought, and other natural disasters in the ...

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No basis for my arrest, says Sowore

  Human rights activist and Publisher of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore, has said there is no basis for his arrest and detention by the Nigeria Police Force. Sowore spoke from detention on Friday when the police led some protesters and ...

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China glad to see improved US-Russia relations, Xi tells Putin

  President Xi Jinping told his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in a phone call on Friday that China was pleased to see Moscow and Washington improving their relations, state media said. Putin and US President Donald Trump are set to ...

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WAFCON: Benue gov gifts Falcon player Ordega N50m, three-bedroom apartment

  Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has honoured one of the female footballers in the just concluded 2025 Women Africa Cup of Nations, Francesca Ordega. Alia, who held a dinner at the new Banquet Hall of Government House, Makurdi, on ...

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Correctional Service sacks 15 officers, demotes 59 in major sweep

  In a sweeping disciplinary action aimed at reinforcing professionalism and accountability, the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board has approved sanctions against dozens of officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service. The move follows the conclusion of a ...

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Glitched grades: WAEC in crisis over result errors

  Candidates urged to re-check new results after 48 hours, students protest, parents slam CBT plans There was outrage after the West African Examinations Council denied candidates access to its results portal for the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate ...

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ADC caught in crossfire as Atiku–Obi rivalry escalates

With the 2027 general elections drawing closer, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s presidential ambition is reportedly shaping the internal structure of the African Democratic Congress while Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, is said to be struggling for ...

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