Sterling Bank Becomes First Nigerian Bank to Eliminate Local Transfer Fees in Bold Customer-Centric Move
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Sterling Bank Becomes First Nigerian Bank to Eliminate Local Transfer Fees in Bold Customer-Centric Move

Under the new policy, all Sterling Bank customers can conduct free local transfers through the bank’s mobile app, offering significant savings for individuals and small business owners who rely heavily on digital payments for daily transactions. In a groundbreaking shift for Nigeria’s financial sector, Sterling Bank has officially eliminated all transfer fees on local online transactions, becoming the first major bank in the country to implement a zero-transfer-fee policy.

President Tinubu Embarks on Two-Week Working Visit to Paris to Review Reforms, Strategize Development Goals
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President Tinubu Embarks on Two-Week Working Visit to Paris to Review Reforms, Strategize Development Goals

According to a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the retreat will serve as a platform for the president to assess midterm performance, review the impact of key policy initiatives, and refine strategies for accelerating economic growth and national development. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to depart Nigeria today, Wednesday, April 2, for a two-week working visit to Paris, France, aimed at evaluating his administration’s ongoing reforms and shaping strategic development priorities for the year ahead.

Tinubu Dissolves NNPCL Board, Appoints 11-Member Team with Ojulari as CEO, Kida as Chairman
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Tinubu Dissolves NNPCL Board, Appoints 11-Member Team with Ojulari as CEO, Kida as Chairman

According to a statement released early Wednesday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the newly constituted 11-member board includes Engineer Bashir Ojulari as Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) and Ahmadu Kida as Non-Executive Chairman. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a major restructuring of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) board, dissolving all members appointed in November 2023, except for Pius Akinyelure and Mele Kyari, in a move aimed at strengthening the leadership of the national oil company.

Eid Message: VP Shettima Urges Nigerians to Embrace Unity, Tolerance Amid Economic Reforms
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Eid Message: VP Shettima Urges Nigerians to Embrace Unity, Tolerance Amid Economic Reforms

“The spirit of unity, sacrifice, and tolerance we have nurtured during Ramadan must be sustained in our communities. These values are the backbone of any nation striving for progress,” Shettima stated. Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on Nigerians to uphold unity, peaceful coexistence, and religious tolerance as essential pillars for national development and lasting peace. The call was made during an Eid-El-Fitr luncheon held in Maiduguri, Borno State, aimed at fostering post-Ramadan solidarity.

NCDC Confirms 74 Deaths as Meningitis Cases Surge to 807 Across Nigeria
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NCDC Confirms 74 Deaths as Meningitis Cases Surge to 807 Across Nigeria

As of March 26, 2025, the NCDC has recorded 807 suspected cases and 74 deaths across 22 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The most affected states include Kebbi, Katsina, and Sokoto, where emergency response measures have been activated to contain the outbreak. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has expressed serious concern over the rising cases of Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) nationwide, warning that the country is in the midst of the disease’s peak season, which spans November to May.

Nigeria Classifies Cryptocurrencies as Securities Under New Investment Law, Boosting Digital Asset Regulation
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Nigeria Classifies Cryptocurrencies as Securities Under New Investment Law, Boosting Digital Asset Regulation

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assented to the Act, which repeals the 2007 version of the Investments and Securities Act, expanding the legal framework to cover Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), Digital Asset Operators (DAOPs), and Digital Asset Exchanges. In a landmark regulatory shift, Nigeria has officially classified cryptocurrencies and other digital assets as securities under the newly signed Investments and Securities Act (ISA) 2024, positioning the country to attract more investments while tightening oversight on the fast-growing crypto sector.

Fuel Prices to Drop as Dangote, Port Harcourt Refineries Boost Output — NIPSS
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Fuel Prices to Drop as Dangote, Port Harcourt Refineries Boost Output — NIPSS

The National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) has projected a significant drop in petrol prices in Nigeria, citing the operational readiness of domestic refineries, particularly the Dangote Refinery and the revitalized Port Harcourt Refinery. The forecast follows the sharp increase in fuel prices—currently hovering around ₦930 per litre—after the removal of fuel subsidies by the Bola Tinubu administration.

MRS Oil to Voluntarily Delist from NGX, Move to NASD OTC Exchange.
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MRS Oil to Voluntarily Delist from NGX, Move to NASD OTC Exchange.

The company cited compliance with NGX Rule 1.10 and Rule 1.13(f) governing the delisting of equity securities, stating that it will offer a “Payout” to shareholders who either opposed or were absent from the meeting where the delisting was approved. MRS Oil Nigeria Plc has announced plans to voluntarily delist its shares from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) and transition to the NASD Over-the-Counter (OTC) Securities Exchange. The decision, disclosed in a corporate statement filed with the NGX on Friday, follows shareholder approval obtained during the company’s Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held on June 25, 2024.

UK Unclaimed Estates: Number of Deceased Nigerians with Assets Rises to 58
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UK Unclaimed Estates: Number of Deceased Nigerians with Assets Rises to 58

Earlier this week, UK authorities published the names of 5,806 deceased individuals whose estates remain unclaimed, including those of several Nigerians. The number of deceased Nigerians with unclaimed assets and estates in the United Kingdom has risen to 58, according to an updated list released by the UK government under its Bona Vacantia (BV) division, responsible for managing ownerless property.

Tinubu Marks 73rd Birthday with National Prayers, Vows to Work Harder for Nigerians
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Tinubu Marks 73rd Birthday with National Prayers, Vows to Work Harder for Nigerians

Speaking to State House correspondents after the prayers, Tinubu expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for divine protection and answered prayers. “I feel good, I feel happy, and we give thanks to Almighty Allah… that is key and very important to all of us,” he said. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marked his 73rd birthday on Friday with a special prayer session at the National Mosque in Abuja, pledging renewed commitment to national service and harder work for the Nigerian people. Joined by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Deputy Senate President Sulaiman Barau, and other dignitaries, the President participated in Juma’at prayers as part of the celebration.

Ex-Minister Osita Ogbu Blames Poor Budget Implementation on Flawed Electoral System in Nigeria
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Ex-Minister Osita Ogbu Blames Poor Budget Implementation on Flawed Electoral System in Nigeria

Speaking during the presentation of a research analysis on the 2025 state government budgets, led by Dr. Uzochukwu Amakom of the Institute for Development Studies (IDS), University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, Ogbu criticized the lack of accountability among elected officials. Former Minister of National Planning, Professor Osita Ogbu, has attributed the persistent issue of poor budget implementation across Nigerian states to the country’s flawed political and electoral system.

In Global South, Crypto Is More Than Hype—It’s a Lifeline Amid Failing Financial Systems
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In Global South, Crypto Is More Than Hype—It’s a Lifeline Amid Failing Financial Systems

In places like Nigeria, Venezuela, El Salvador, and the Philippines, digital currencies are no longer tech novelties—they are essential financial tools. While cryptocurrency often gets dismissed as speculative hype in developed economies, it has emerged as a lifeline in developing nations grappling with inflation, broken banking systems, and currency instability.

Interior Minister Condemns Shooting of Immigration Officer by Chinese Firm’s Security in Niger State
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Interior Minister Condemns Shooting of Immigration Officer by Chinese Firm’s Security in Niger State

Speaking on Thursday at a stakeholders’ sensitisation workshop on the implementation of the Nigeria Visa Policy 2025 in Abuja, Tunji-Ojo expressed outrage over the incident, stressing that no foreign company has the authority to obstruct or endanger Nigerian law enforcement personnel. Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has condemned the reported shooting of a Nigerian Immigration officer, allegedly on the orders of a Chinese company operating in Niger State, calling it “an attack on the sovereignty of Nigeria.”

Five U.S. Residents Plead Guilty in Nigerian Sextortion Ring Linked to Teen Suicide
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Five U.S. Residents Plead Guilty in Nigerian Sextortion Ring Linked to Teen Suicide

Federal prosecutors revealed that cybercriminals in Nigeria acquired cåompromised Instagram accounts and posed as a woman named “Dani Roberts” to lure young boys into sharing explicit images. Five U.S. residents have entered or are scheduled to enter guilty pleas in connection with a Nigerian-based sextortion scheme that led to the tragic suicide of a teenage boy in Marquette, Michigan. The international cybercrime ring operated from February 2021 to May 2022, targeting young male victims using hacked social media accounts.

FG Expands TB Treatment to 23,000 Centres as Nigeria Battles High Global Burden
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FG Expands TB Treatment to 23,000 Centres as Nigeria Battles High Global Burden

The dual push—expanding TB treatment access and strengthening pharmaceutical quality control—marks a strategic pivot in Nigeria’s effort to enhance public health outcomes and improve disease surveillance nationwide. The Federal Government of Nigeria has significantly scaled up tuberculosis (TB) treatment services nationwide, increasing the number of treatment centres from 12,606 in 2019 to approximately 23,000 in 2024. This expansion now covers about 57% of all health facilities in the country, according to the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Ali Pate.

Gombe Confirms 3 Deaths, 31 Positive Cases in Cerebrospinal Meningitis Outbreak
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Gombe Confirms 3 Deaths, 31 Positive Cases in Cerebrospinal Meningitis Outbreak

According to Dr. Dahiru, 70 suspected cases have been identified across nine local government areas (LGAs), with 63 cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) samples collected—an 83% sample collection rate. “Of these, 31 have tested positive for CSM, and sadly, we’ve lost three lives,” he stated. The Gombe State government has confirmed three fatalities and 31 positive cases of cerebrospinal meningitis (CSM) as of March 27, 2025. The announcement was made by the State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Habu Dahiru, during a media briefing held at the Public Health Emergency Operations Centre.

Nursing Student Faces Disciplinary Action Over TikTok Video During First Lady’s Visit to Delta
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Nursing Student Faces Disciplinary Action Over TikTok Video During First Lady’s Visit to Delta

In a statement signed on March 27, 2025, by the institution’s provost, Mrs. Eshegaghe Rita Ogonne, the school confirmed that Edobor breached protocol during the First Lady’s participation at the Renewed Hope Initiative Health Programme, held at the Dome Event Center in Asaba. A student of the Delta State College of Nursing Science, identified as Osato Edobor, is under disciplinary review for recording and posting an unauthorised TikTok video during the official visit of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu.

FG Launches ₦18.9 Billion Water Project in Benue to Boost Access to Clean Water
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FG Launches ₦18.9 Billion Water Project in Benue to Boost Access to Clean Water

At the groundbreaking ceremony held at the Gboko Water Treatment Plant in Ameladu on Thursday, Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, described the initiative as a strategic investment under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The Federal Government has officially kicked off the ₦18.9 billion rehabilitation and upgrade of the Buruku/Gboko water supply project in Benue State, reinforcing its commitment to providing clean and safe drinking water across Nigeria.

EFCC Declares Aisha Achimugu Wanted for Alleged Money Laundering and Conspiracy
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EFCC Declares Aisha Achimugu Wanted for Alleged Money Laundering and Conspiracy

In an official notice issued on Friday, March 28, and signed by EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale, the anti-graft agency identified Achimugu, 51, as a native of Ofu Local Government Area in Kogi State. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Nigerian socialite Aisha Achimugu wanted in connection with an alleged case of criminal conspiracy and money laundering.

Atiku Media Office Denies Alleged Lagos Funds Transfer, Blasts Claims as Political Smear
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Atiku Media Office Denies Alleged Lagos Funds Transfer, Blasts Claims as Political Smear

The media office of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly refuted allegations that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, via Ms. Aisha Achimugu, funneled state funds to Atiku. In a sharply worded statement released by his spokesperson, Paul Ibe, the claims were described as “a blatant lie from the pit of hell” and dismissed as a politically motivated fabrication.