The National Pension Commission (PenCom) and the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) have introduced tough new measures to force employers into complying with pension and insurance laws. Both regulators now require insurance companies to only work with employers that comply with pension deductions and employee life insurance contributions. In a joint circular issued on Wednesday, PenCom …
The nominees for the 2025 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards have been unveiled, with Femi Adebayo’s Seven Doors emerging as the frontrunner with nine nominations. Following closely, Ibrahim Yekini’s Abanisete clinched eight nominations, while My Mother Is A Witch and Farmer’s Bride also made strong showings with seven and six nods respectively. The star-studded ceremony …
Financial expert Funsho Doherty has slammed the recently approved 15% import duty on petrol and diesel, warning that it could further strain Nigerian households already grappling with high fuel costs. In an open letter to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Doherty, who previously worked with Goldman Sachs & Co., PNC Advisors, Arthur Andersen, and served as …
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has warned Nigerians about fake medicinal cannabis containing dangerous substances. The alert follows the recovery of a large consignment and the arrest of a suspected kingpin in Lagos. Credible intelligence led to the arrest of 28-year-old Afeez Salisu, also known as “Malu”, on Saturday, November 1, 2025. He …
Mali’s military ruler, General Assimi Goita, has addressed the nation for the first time regarding the ongoing fuel crisis, warning of deadly risks faced by citizens and tanker drivers amid a blockade by a jihadi group. Speaking early this week during a visit to Bougouni in southern Mali to inaugurate a lithium mine, Goita said, …
Resident doctors under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD-FCTA) have confirmed partial implementation of their outstanding demands by the government, but insist their ongoing indefinite strike will continue until all issues are fully addressed. The President of ARD-FCTA, Dr. George Ebong, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, acknowledging the payment of some salary arrears …
MultiChoice, Nigeria’s leading pay-TV provider, has announced a fresh reduction in the prices of its DStv and GOtv decoders, effective November 1. The DStv decoder now sells for ₦7,900, down from ₦10,000, while the GOtv decoder has been reduced to ₦6,500. This marks the second major price adjustment in recent months as part of the …
The Nigerian Army has dismissed social media claims alleging that images released from its recent rescue mission in Kogi State were old. In a statement on Tuesday, the 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army maintained that the photos published from the operation were authentic and taken during the mission on November 2, 2025. According to …
The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has launched the Sugarcane Outgrower Development Programme (SODP) to increase local sugar production and reduce Nigeria’s dependence on imports. The initiative, which supports the Nigeria Sugar Master Plan II (NSMP II), aims to bring farmers into the national sugar value chain while boosting rural jobs and income. Announcing the …
Rita Daniels, mother of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, has finally spoken on her daughter’s dispute with Senator Ned Nwoko, accusing him of abuse and betrayal. Regina recently accused the senator of physically assaulting her and said she could no longer remain in the marriage. Ned Nwoko had denied the claim and instead accused Regina of …
