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CJN Bans Use of ‘Barrister’ Title in Supreme Court, Orders Immediate Compliance

Chief Justice of Nigeria directs lawyers, litigation staff, court registrars, and other officials to immediately stop using "Barrister" as a prefix to their names in all Supreme Court engagements. New directive extends to official correspondence, court records, identity...

Chinese Nationals Nailed for Illegal Mining, Face Five-Year Jail

Federal High Court in Lagos convicts two Chinese nationals after they pleaded guilty to conspiring to illegally mine and export Nigeria's strategic mineral resources without government approval. EFCC prosecutors present documentary evidence and witness testimony linking the defendants...

Oyo Seeks Accountability as Makinde Sets Judicial Panel on Oriire School Abduction

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Governor Seyi Makinde inaugurates an eight-member Judicial Commission of Inquiry to unravel the circumstances surrounding the abduction of students and teachers from schools in Esinele and Yawata communities in Oriire Local Government Area. The commission is mandated to...

Eko Atlantic Could Outgrow Dangote Refinery – Mustafa Chike-Obi

Mustafa Chike-Obi says Eko Atlantic could eventually contribute more to Nigeria's economy than the Dangote Refinery. He argues the new city has greater long-term potential to create jobs and attract businesses. Development economist Dr Ken Ife insists the...

Troops Kill 102 Terrorists, Rescue 393 Kidnap Victims In July Operations

 Nigerian troops neutralised 102 terrorists and other criminal elements during coordinated nationwide military operations in July.  Security forces rescued 393 kidnapped victims, arrested 345 suspects, and secured the surrender of 57 insurgents alongside their family members.  Operations across...

Singapore-Based Tolaram’s $70 Million Bet on Guinness Nigeria Is Now Worth $355 Million – Report

Tolaram's 58.02 percent stake in Guinness Nigeria has grown from $70 million to about $355 million in just over two years. The brewer has returned to profitability after years of foreign exchange losses and balance sheet pressure. The...

FG Sets 2027 Deadline to End Power Subsidies, Rules Out Immediate Tariff Hike

Federal Government announces plans to begin a phased withdrawal of electricity subsidies from 2027 as part of sweeping power sector reforms. Power Minister Joseph Tegbe says the subsidy exit will be gradual, assuring Nigerians they will continue to...

NNPC Records ₦535bn June Profit, Remits ₦6.29tn to Federation in H1

NNPC's profit after tax rose 15.8 per cent to ₦535 billion in June, while revenue climbed to ₦4.39 trillion, reflecting stronger financial performance despite lower crude oil output. The national oil company remitted ₦6.29 trillion to the Federation...

Kenneth Okonkwo Escalates Feud, Brands Peter Obi ‘Classless’

Kenneth Okonkwo brands Peter Obi "classless, non-charismatic," dismisses defamation suit, and accuses former ally of misunderstanding the law Explosive television interview reignites bitter feud as Okonkwo backs Festus Keyamo's criticism and challenges Obi's litigation strategy Social media erupts...

Segun Aina Assumes Office As JAMB Registrar, Declares War On Exam Malpractice

New JAMB Registrar, Prof. Segun Aina, vows to dismantle examination malpractice networks and prosecute operators of admission fraud, impersonation and cybercrime. Board to deploy advanced technology, strengthen collaboration with security agencies and tighten monitoring of CBT centres to...