He emphasized that although NASRDA was established in 1999, its full regulatory responsibilities—outlined in the NASRDA Act of 2010—had remained dormant for over two decades. The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) is set to begin implementing its long-delayed space regulation and licensing mandate, backed by a ₦20 billion take-off fund recently approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“What I see INEC doing is aiding and guiding petitioners on how to perfect their illicit acts,” she told supporters, arriving defiantly by helicopter amid a celebratory crowd. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that the petition seeking to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, has failed to meet the constitutional threshold required for such action.
The apex bank’s statement comes in response to viral messages and blog posts alleging that the new high-denomination notes would be launched on May 1, 2025, and were part of a strategy to streamline cash transactions, reduce handling costs, and boost liquidity. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has officially debunked widespread reports claiming it plans to introduce ₦5,000 and ₦10,000 denomination banknotes, dismissing the information as false, misleading, and entirely fabricated.
In a statement released Thursday, Michael Achimugu, NCAA’s Director of Consumer Protection and Public Affairs, criticized the practice of denial of entry or boarding at transit points, often due to undisclosed visa or travel restrictions. The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has issued a stern warning to international airlines following a spike in complaints from Nigerian travelers who were transported partway to their destinations only to be turned around and returned to Nigeria. The NCAA condemned the growing trend, describing it as unacceptable, distressing, and damaging to the reputation of Nigeria’s aviation sector.
Speaking on the incident, Governor Sanwo-Olu acknowledged the need for better communication and enforcement, while urging residents to embrace remote work and digital alternatives where possible. In response to the major traffic congestion that brought parts of Victoria Island, Lagos, to a standstill on Wednesday, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has taken full responsibility for the disruption and advised Lagosians to adapt their routines during the ongoing infrastructure-related road activities.
In a judgment delivered on March 24, Justice Aluko ordered the case to be transferred to the Lagos State High Court, which he deemed the appropriate forum for the matter. Justice Akintayo Aluko of the Federal High Court in Lagos has struck out a legal challenge filed against the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road project, ruling that the court lacks jurisdiction to hear the case. The suit, marked FHC/L/CS/1488/2024, was initiated by residents and property owners from the Okun-Ajah community in Eti-Osa Local Government Area, Lagos State.
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.
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.
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.
The altercation, reportedly triggered by a dispute over girlfriends, quickly escalated as dangerous weapons were allegedly used by the parties involved. A violent clash erupted in Katampe, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, during the Eid-El-Fitr celebrations, leaving several Fulani youths injured.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
A brutal mob attack in southern Nigeria has left 16 people dead after they were accused of being kidnappers, according to police reports released Friday.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.”
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.
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.
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.
