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DSS Sues Pat Utomi Over Alleged Shadow Government Plan

The Department of State Services (DSS) has sued Professor Pat Utomi over his alleged plan to establish what he calls “a shadow government” in the country. In a suit filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja, the DSS prayed the court

May 18, 2025

News·Politics

INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu Not Dead, Confirms Electoral Commission

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially confirmed that its Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, is alive and well, dispelling recent rumors about his death A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, Rotimi Oyekanmi on Saturday said Yakubu is

by News Editor

December 15, 2024

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FBI Extradites Abiola Kayode from Ghana to US Amid $6M Cyber Fraud Allegations

The United States Attorney, Susan Lehr has announced the extradition of Abiola Kayode, 37, from Ghana to the District of Nebraska, United States over an alleged $6m cyber fraud indictment. According to the statement by the United States Attorney’s Office, District of

by News Editor

December 15, 2024

Economy·News

Rate Cuts Fail to Ignite European Stock Market Activity

Europe’s main stock markets were little changed Thursday despite interest rate cuts by the eurozone and Swiss central banks as policymakers warned of economic and political woes in the region and beyond. Wall Street shares were mixed at the open, with the

by News Editor

December 15, 2024

Economy·News

Access Bank Secures Deal to Acquire Full Ownership of Biden Bank

Access Bank Plc has entered into a binding agreement with South African-based Bidest Group Limited for the acquisition of a 100 per cent equity stake in Bidvest Bank. A statement by the Head of Media Relations, Access Holdings Plc, Olakunle Aderinokun on

by News Editor

December 15, 2024

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US Embassy Issues New Directive For Nigerian Visa Applicants

The United States Embassy in Nigeria has announced updates to its immigration visa process, effective January 1, 2025. Applicants with scheduled interviews will now need to visit the Consulate General in Lagos twice as part of the application procedure. The embassy shared

by News Editor

December 15, 2024

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Retirees to Receive Timely Payments as PenCom Targets N22tn in Assets Before January

The National Pension Commission has said it is working with the Federal Government to institutionalise a sustainable solution, ensuring retirees receive their benefits promptly and without undue stress. Omolola Oloworaran, the Director General, National Pension Commission said at a media conference in

by News Editor

December 14, 2024

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Alleged ₦80bn Fraud: Court Grants Yahaya Bello ₦500m Bail

The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello to the tune of ₦500 million. Justice Emeka Nwite who presided over the court session on Friday ordered that the former governor must

by News Editor

December 14, 2024

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2027 Elections: INEC Plans PVC Review for Sole Use in Voter Accreditation

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) proposed a review of the Permanent Voters Cards (PVCs) as the only means of accrediting eligible voters for the 2027 general elections. INEC also seeks reforms to improve the country’s electoral system, following lessons learnt from

by News Editor

December 14, 2024

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BREAKING: Tinubu To Present 2025 Budget Tuesday

Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Thursday’s plenary session announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will present the 2025 budget on Tuesday of next week. Akpabio announced that the budget presentation will take place in the House of Representatives’ chamber. The presentation is

by News Editor

December 14, 2024

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ECOWAS Ministers Meet In Abuja Over Trade, Security

The Council of Ministers of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Thursday held its 93rd ordinary session at the ECOWAS Commission headquarters in Abuja. The session chaired by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar will focus on

by News Editor

December 14, 2024

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Akpabio Declares Okpebholo’s Seat Vacant, Directs INEC To Conduct Election

Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Wednesday declared the seat of Senator Monday Okpebholo, representing Edo Central Senatorial district, vacant. This comes as Senator Okpebholo bids farewell to the 10th Senate, following his election as Governor of Edo State. Akpabio also asked the

by News Editor

December 14, 2024

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Lawmakers Investigate Customs Amid Smuggling Claims

The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate alleged smuggling activities by personnel of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). The House took the decision at a plenary session on Wednesday following the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by

by News Editor

December 14, 2024

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NMDPRA Refutes Stopping Gas Supply To GenCos

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has denied issuing any directive to stop gas supply to power-generating companies (GenCos). In a statement issued on Wednesday, the authority also refuted claims that it instructed wholesale gas suppliers to cease further

by News Editor

December 14, 2024

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Access Bank Expands European Operations with Malta Subsidiary to Boost Africa-Europe Trade

Access Holdings Plc has announced that its banking subsidiary, Access Bank UK Limited, has launched The Access Bank Malta Limited, a fully owned subsidiary based in Malta, marking a significant step in enhancing trade connectivity between Europe and Africa. The new entity

by News Editor

December 14, 2024

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FG, BOI Invest N23bn in 29 Companies to Strengthen Manufacturing Sector

The Bank of Industry (BOI) has announced the disbursement of N22.89 billion to 29 manufacturers as part of the Federal Government’s N75 billion Manufacturing Sector Intervention Fund. Olasupo Olusi, the managing director of BOI, made this announcement during an interactive session with

by News Editor

December 14, 2024

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News - Page 87

DSS Sues Pat Utomi Over Alleged Shadow Government Plan

INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu Not Dead, Confirms Electoral Commission

FBI Extradites Abiola Kayode from Ghana to US Amid $6M Cyber Fraud Allegations

Rate Cuts Fail to Ignite European Stock Market Activity

Access Bank Secures Deal to Acquire Full Ownership of Biden Bank

US Embassy Issues New Directive For Nigerian Visa Applicants

Retirees to Receive Timely Payments as PenCom Targets N22tn in Assets Before January

Alleged ₦80bn Fraud: Court Grants Yahaya Bello ₦500m Bail

2027 Elections: INEC Plans PVC Review for Sole Use in Voter Accreditation

BREAKING: Tinubu To Present 2025 Budget Tuesday

ECOWAS Ministers Meet In Abuja Over Trade, Security

Akpabio Declares Okpebholo’s Seat Vacant, Directs INEC To Conduct Election

Lawmakers Investigate Customs Amid Smuggling Claims

NMDPRA Refutes Stopping Gas Supply To GenCos

Access Bank Expands European Operations with Malta Subsidiary to Boost Africa-Europe Trade

FG, BOI Invest N23bn in 29 Companies to Strengthen Manufacturing Sector

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