CBN blacklists top loan defaulters
The Central Bank of Nigeria has officially restricted banking services for “chronic defaulters” and large-ticket obligors with non-performing loans. In a sweeping move to enforce credit discipline and safeguard the nation’s financial system, the apex bank issued a policy statement on Wednesday following remarks by CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso at the 4th Annual IMF/AFRITAC West […]
Disregard false claims of leniency toward terrorists, DHQ urges public
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed as false and misleading narratives circulating on social media suggesting that the Armed Forces of Nigeria are prioritising leniency for terrorists over justice for victims.The military called on the public to disregard sensational and out-of-context interpretations of official statements and instead support ongoing efforts to restore lasting peace and […]
Osimhen may wear arm protective gear
Super Eagles Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen will reportedly wear new protective gear on his arm when he returns to action for the club after undergoing surgery for a fracture. The 27-year-old forward suffered a hand fracture following a collision with Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté during their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash last week. Following the […]
APC convention: FG orders workers to work from home
The Federal Government has directed civil servants working within the Federal Secretariat in Abuja to work from home on Friday, March 27, 2026, ahead of the national convention of the All Progressives Congress. The directive was contained in a circular issued and signed by Abdul Garba, Permanent Secretary, Service Welfare Office, for the Head of […]
Dangote refinery slashes petrol gantry price to N1,200
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has reduced its gantry price for Premium Motor Spirit to N1,200 per litre, while pegging its coastal price at N1,153 per litre, a development expected to reshape fuel supply costs across Nigeria’s downstream distribution chain. According to the spokesperson for the Dangote Group, Anthony Chiejina, the price adjustment represents […]
N2.46bn fraud: Court discharges ex-minister Oduah after restitution
The Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Maitama, Abuja, on Thursday discharged a former Minister of Aviation, Stella Oduah, following the restitution of funds to the Federal Government. The trial judge, Justice Hamza Muazu, struck out the charge against Oduah and her co-defendant, Gloria Odita, after the prosecution confirmed recovery of the alleged proceeds. […]
Health workers protest controversial reform bills in Abuja
Health workers under the Joint Health Sector Unions and the Assembly of Healthcare Professional Associations are currently staging a protest at the Unity Fountain in Abuja over a proposed health sector reform bill before the National Assembly. The protesters expressed strong opposition to the legislation, warning that it could significantly alter the regulatory structure of […]
El-Rufai made ‘greatest mistake’ by surrendering himself – Dalung
Former Minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung, has said that former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, made a “greatest mistake” by surrendering himself to security agencies ahead of his trial. Dalung made the remarks during an interview with Trust TV published on YouTube on Tuesday, where he alleged that the government initially attempted to […]
US-Iran war: FG reopens fuel imports, Dangote reels from FX losses
The Federal Government has lifted its ban on fuel imports, granting six new licences for the importation of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol), following concerns over supply amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The move marks a sharp reversal of Nigeria’s recent policy aimed at reducing dependence on imported fuel. This comes as the Dangote […]
Soldiers rescue 28-year-old kidnap victim, arrest two in Benue
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have rescued a 28-year-old woman identified as Mrs Member Ityavber at Tse-Ubena village in Yooyo Council Ward of Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State. This was contained in a statement issued by the Acting Media Information Officer of OPWS, Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu, and made available to journalists on Thursday. […]
