The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, dismissed a suit filed by MultiChoice Nigeria Limited seeking to stop the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) from taking administrative action against it Justice James Omotosho, in a judgment, held that the suit was an abuse of court process....
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Director of Public Communications, Lagos Catholic Archdiocese, Rev. Fr. Anthony Godono, on Thursday confirmed that, the 133 Cardinal-electors for the new Pope would return to the Sistine Chapel to elect a new pope. This development comes after their first ballot on Wednesday failed to produce a new pope. Godono,...
Supporters of embattled activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), have expressed delight over his release after spending six days in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) . Earlier, in a viral video posted by his supporters on social media , VDM was seen...
The United States and the United Kingdom are expected to announce a new trade deal on Thursday, aiming to ease some of the tariffs imposed under President Donald Trump. The agreement is also seen as a political win for U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Trump, posting on his Truth...
Rep. Amobi Ogah representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency, Abia in the House of Representatives, said his alleged indefinite suspension by the Labour Party will not deter his unalloyed loyalty to Gov. Alex Otti. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Julius Abure-led Labour Party faction recently suspended, Gov. Otti...
BASSEY EFFIONG, Uyo – Akwa-Ibom State Police Comman has arrested six suspected kidnappers terrorising Eket Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, revealed this in a statement issued in Uyo on Thursday. “Following credible information regarding a planned kidnapping targeting key...
The Nigerian Shippers Council (NSC) has called for the adoption of advanced technological innovations to enhance the competitiveness of the Lekki Deep Sea Port. The Executive Secretary of the council, Dr Pius Akutah, made the call on Thursday in a statement after a meeting with the Lekki Port management...
By AUSTINE TSENZUGHUL, Bauchi – A recent petition by the Community Development Committees (CDCs) titled “INVESTIGATE WUNTI” and addressed to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has come under fire for lacking substantial evidence. The petition calls for an investigation into the conduct of former Group General Manager...
The Edo State branch of Association of Public Health Physicians of Nigeria (APHPN) has tasked nursing mothers in Edo State to ensure that they complete immunization schedule for their babies to avoid diseases that could cause death or hamper growth of the child. The chairman of Edo State branch...
The Senate passed two of the four Tax Reform Bills on Wednesday. These are expected to reform Nigeria’s tax laws. Lawmakers approved the bills after considering and adopting recommendations from the Senate Committee on Finance, led by Sen. Sani Musa. The four key bills are: the Joint Revenue Board...
A prosecution witness in the ongoing trial of Nnamdi Kanu – the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) – has said Kanu confirmed making broadcast in which he called for the assassination of President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom...
Thick black smoke emerged Wednesday from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel in a sign that cardinals had failed to elect a new head of the Catholic Church in their first conclave vote. Tens of thousands of people gathered in St Peter’s Square to await the smoke, which came...
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will have a second chance to win the Champions League as they reached the final 3-1 on aggregate over Arsenal with a 2-1 home victory on Wednesday. Fabián Ruiz fired the opener in the 27th minutes at the Parc des Princes. Achraf Hakimi curled the second...
Popular rights activist and social media influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has been released from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). His lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed it in a phone conversation. Operatives of the anti-graft agency apprehended him (VDM) in Abuja...
The All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership on Wednesday said converting forests to military bases will prevent further insurgents’ occupation and improve national security in the country. The National Chairman of APC, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, made the suggestion in Damaturu during a condolence visit to Yobe over the recent terrorists...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled a coordinated terrorists attack on their location in Izge, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno, neutralising several insurgents and capturing key combat equipment. The Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Headquarters Theatre Command Operation Hadin Kai, Capt....
The Federal Government on Wednesday signed a financing agreement for the Value Chain Programme in Northern Nigeria (VCN), as part of ongoing efforts to revolutionise the nation’s agriculture sector. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that with the signing of the agreement, the implementation of the 158.15 million...
The Federal Government on Wednesday directed the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPCL) to increase oil production beyond current levels by the end of the year. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Mr Heineken Lokpobiri, said this in an interview with the News Agency...
The Nigerian stock market extended its positive trend, appreciating by N307 billion amid increased buying interest. Market capitalisation rose by N307 billion or 0.45 per cent to close at N68.412 trillion, compared with N68.105 trillion on Tuesday. Similarly, the All-Share Index (ASI) also climbed by 488.73 points or 0.45...
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, (SSANU) has expressed concerns over delay in the payment of salaries of its members since the migration to the Government Integrated Financial and Management Information System(GIFMIS), platform. This is contained in a letter by Mr Mohammed Ibrahim, President, SSANU, and addressed to...