The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) the go-ahead to arrest and detain six promoters of Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX) over an alleged cryptocurrency investment scam exceeding $1 billion. Justice Emeka Nwite delivered the ruling on Thursday following an ex parte motion filed by EFCC counsel, Fadila…
Vice President Kashim Shettima is currently leading a crucial National Economic Council (NEC) meeting at the State House, Aso Villa, Abuja. The agenda focuses on top national issues such as insecurity, state policing, and economic coordination. The meeting is being held at the Council Chambers, with several state governors, deputy governors, and other key officials…
In a landmark move for inclusive education in Nigeria, 501 blind candidates are set to sit for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) across 11 computer-based test (CBT) centres nationwide. This was revealed by Professor Emeritus Peter Okebukola, Chairman of the JAMB Equal Opportunity Group (JEOG), during a press briefing in Abuja. The special…
While most places on Earth experience day and night in a 24-hour cycle, there are unique destinations where the sun never sets for days—or even months at a time! Known as the “Midnight Sun,” this natural phenomenon occurs in regions close to or within the Arctic and Antarctic Circles. Imagine living in a place where…
In a significant political move, Hon. Oluwole Oke, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Oke, who represents Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency of Osun State, conveyed his resignation in a letter addressed to the PDP Chairman of Ward 7, Obokun Local Government Area. A…
The Vatican has officially announced that the funeral of Pope Francis will be held on Saturday at 10:00 AM (0800 GMT) in St. Peter’s Square, drawing expected attendance from top world leaders, including former U.S. President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and French President Emmanuel Macron. Pope Francis, aged 88, passed away on Monday…
A coalition of civil society organizations, under the banner of Civic Room for Rule of Law, has declared support for the immediate removal of Rivers State’s Sole Administrator, Ibok-ete Ibas, citing serious breaches of constitutional procedures. NaijaBlogDaily reports that the move follows growing nationwide outrage over Ibas’ alleged overreach, particularly the controversial dismissal of appointees…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the global economy is slowing down sharply due to escalating U.S. tariffs under President Donald Trump’s trade policies, with top U.S. trading partners China, Mexico, and Canada bearing the brunt. Speaking during the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings held on April 22, 2025, in Washington, D.C., IMF Chief…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has officially released its nomination and administrative fees for aspirants contesting in the July 12 local government elections. Naija Blog Daily reports that the election guidelines were jointly signed by APC State Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, and Secretary, Dr Adeola Jokomba, on Tuesday. Chairmanship Nomination Fees Councillorship…
Prominent Nigerian legal experts under the umbrella of the Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners (ALDRAP) have petitioned the ECOWAS Court of Justice to impose sanctions on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the leadership of the National Assembly over the controversial declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. NaijaBlogDaily reports that on…
