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Onitsha Drug Market Traders Sue NAFDAC, SON, NSCDC for N1 Billion Over Market Closure

A coalition of traders from the Ogbo Ogwu Bridgehead market in Onitsha, Anambra State, operating under the Unite Nigeria Group (UNG), has initiated legal action against the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and three other entities. The traders have filed a lawsuit at the Federal High Court in Awka, Anambra […]

President Tinubu Emphasizes Business-Friendly Policies, Open to Global Best Practices

Tinubu Reaffirms Pro-Business Stance, Willing to Adopt Global Best Practices President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment in Nigeria. In a meeting with an Airtel delegation led by Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu emphasized that his government is open to adopting successful economic […]

Meranda Steps Down as Lagos Assembly Speaker – Obasa ClaimsMojisola Meranda resigns as Lagos Assembly Speaker

Former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has alleged that Mojisola Meranda, who was appointed as his replacement, has officially resigned from the position. Obasa Insists He Remains Speaker Speaking on Politics Today aired on Channels TV on Thursday evening, Obasa asserted that despite his removal by fellow lawmakers, he still […]

Photos: Supporters Rally at Lagos Assembly, Demand Obasa’s Reinstatement

A massive crowd of supporters gathered outside the Lagos State House of Assembly on Thursday, calling for the reinstatement of Mudashiru Obasa, the former Speaker who was recently removed from office. Obasa’s Supporters Stage Protest at Lagos Assembly Obasa, who arrived at the complex in the afternoon under tight security, was met by a sea […]

Lagos State Assembly Crisis: Mudashiru Obasa Holds Plenary with Four Members

Obasa’s Removal from Office: Who Benefits from the Power Struggle? The political turmoil within the Lagos State House of Assembly took another dramatic turn as the embattled former Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, convened a plenary session with only four legislators present. The session, which took place within the legislative chamber, was made possible after security personnel […]

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Calls for Live Broadcast of Senate Investigation

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) has demanded that the Senate probe against her be aired live to uphold transparency and public accountability. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Insists on Open Senate Investigation Following a dispute over seating arrangements with Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan was referred to the Senate’s Ethics and Disciplinary Committee. Despite this, […]

Kemi Badenoch’s Bid for Relevance: UK PM Keir Starmer Calls Her a ‘Self-Appointed Saviour of Western Civilisation’

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer issued a sharp rebuttal to Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch on Wednesday, rejecting her claim that he had acted on her advice regarding the reduction of the foreign aid budget. In a pointed remark, Starmer criticized Badenoch’s political stance, labeling her as a “self-appointed saviour of Western civilisation”—a direct jab at […]

Obasa Leads Armed Police to Lagos Assembly Complex Amid Leadership Crisis

Confusion as Ex-Speaker Mudashiru Obasa Attempts to Resume Office at Lagos Assembly Tension erupted at the Lagos State House of Assembly as former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa stormed the complex on Thursday, allegedly attempting to reclaim his position. Eyewitnesses reported that Obasa arrived at the Assembly at approximately 11:30 AM, flanked by heavily armed police officers […]

Volunteer Tourism: Traveling with a Purpose

Have you ever dreamed of exploring new places while making a real difference? That’s what volunteer tourism—or “voluntourism”—is all about. It’s more than just taking a trip; it’s about immersing yourself in a community, giving back, and experiencing a destination in a deeply meaningful way. What is Volunteer Tourism? Volunteer tourism is a growing trend […]

Nigeria Customs Seizes 2,433kg of Cannabis and Codeine Syrups on Lagos Waterways

The Western Marine Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a significant haul of illegal drugs, including 2,433kg of Cannabis Sativa and 195 bottles of 300ml codeine syrup, during an operation on the South-Western Inland Waterways. Customs Reinforces Commitment to Securing Waterways Speaking at the official handover of the confiscated drugs in Lagos, […]

Human Rights Concerns: CSOs Accuse Tompolo’s Tantita Security of Violations

A coalition of civil society organizations (CSOs) has raised serious allegations against Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, a company led by Chief Oweizidei Thomas Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo. The security outfit is accused of human rights violations, torture, and the unlawful operation of detention centers in the Niger Delta region. CSOs Demand Investigation into […]

Stock Market Sees N20.19bn Net Foreign Investment Outflow in January 2025

Foreign Outflows Surge by 13.2% to N45.85 Billion, Raising Liquidity Concerns The Nigerian stock market witnessed a significant net foreign investment outflow of N20.19 billion in January 2025, posing potential liquidity challenges. Data from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), analyzed by Vanguard, indicates that foreign outflows surged to N45.85 billion, surpassing the foreign inflow of […]

US Military to Remove Transgender Troops Without Waiver Approval

The United States Department of Defense has announced that transgender service members will be removed from the military unless they obtain a waiver, granted on a case-by-case basis. This decision was outlined in a Pentagon memo released on Wednesday, which surfaced as part of a legal case challenging former President Donald Trump’s executive order on […]