The body of former President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived in Daura, Katsina State, from the capital city, where it will be laid to rest by Islamic rites. Family members, political associates, and mourners gathered in solemnity to receive the remains of the late leader. Security was heightened around the area as final burial preparations commenced….
The Katsina State Command of the Nigeria Police Force, led by AIG Zone 14 Katsina, has deployed extensive security arrangements in Daura and throughout the state to ensure a smooth and peaceful burial of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. The command, under CP Bello Shehu, expressed deepest condolences to the government, people of Katsina,…
Justice D.I. Dipeolu of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Monday convicted two companies—FARM360 Limited and MCBHADMOS Trans-Atlantic Trade Limited—for illegal capital market operations. According to a statement by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the firms were arraigned on June 16 by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the EFCC on…
The Federal Government incurred a gross tariff subsidy shortfall of ₦1.949 trillion in 2024, according to the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The subsidy arose from the gap between the actual cost of electricity supply and the frozen customer tariffs, maintained at 2022 rates despite rising market costs driven by FX fluctuations and inflation. NERC’s…
The body of former President Muhammadu Buhari has departed London aboard a Nigerian Air Force aircraft, heading to Daura, Katsina State, for a state burial. Vice President Kashim Shettima, Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, and other top officials are accompanying the remains. Buhari, 82, died on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in a London hospital after…
Some of the world’s most powerful leaders are set to convene in New Delhi for the G20 Summit this weekend to discuss key issues, including geopolitical tensions, economic slowdowns, and rising food and energy prices. However, several prominent leaders will be absent from the gathering: Their absence marks a significant moment at this crucial global…
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has revealed that the Federal Government spent ₦1.94 trillion on electricity subsidies in 2024. This disclosure was made in NERC’s latest report, which shows that the subsidy was necessary to bridge the gap between the actual cost-reflective tariff and the amount paid by consumers. The Commission noted that the…
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a public warning against engaging with Forsman & Bodenfors Ltd, citing alleged fraudulent activities linked to the company. In an official statement, the SEC stated that the entity is not registered with the commission and is operating without regulatory approval, which violates Nigeria’s capital market laws. The…
The Rivers State Judiciary has denied claims that it blocked the inauguration of newly appointed members of the Rivers State Civil Service Commission. In a statement released Tuesday, the judiciary clarified that it only acted within its constitutional mandate by issuing an order preserving the status quo pending the outcome of a legal dispute brought…
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Beijing on Monday, reaffirming the deepening strategic partnership between China and Russia amid shifting global power dynamics. The meeting, held at the Great Hall of the People, underscored the two nations’ shared commitment to a multipolar world order and closer diplomatic coordination. It…
