The Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, has accused Iran of sponsoring extremist activities in Nigeria and other parts of the world, alleging that Tehran supports groups aimed at destabilising countries while pursuing its hostility against Israel. Freeman made the allegation during an interview on The Morning Show on Arise News Television on Friday. The …
The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to the former Attorney General of the federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, his son Abdulazeez Malami and wife Asabe Bashiru, with ₦200 million each. Malami is being tried on a 16 count charge in a money laundering case of 8.7 billion naira instituted against …
The refinery says Nigerian crude oil more expensive than Brent crude Dangote Petroleum Refinery has explained why it increased its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, by ₦100 recently. The refinery had earlier in the week, the refinery had raised its ex-depot price of petrol from ₦774 to ₦874 …
Nigeria’s economy faces a mix of gains and pressures from the ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran, with higher global energy prices expected to strengthen government finances even as inflation risks intensify. In a report released on Thursday, March 5, CardinalStone Research said the war, which began on February 28, 2026, has …
Giorgia Meloni says Italy is willing to provide defensive assistance to Gulf countries as tensions continue to rise in the Middle East. Meloni, speaking in a live interview with the Italian radio station RTL 102.5 on Thursday, said Italy does not intend to enter a war but could support Gulf states, particularly in strengthening air …
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 45-year-old man, Ashiru Bala, for allegedly possessing 1,499 bottles of codeine-based cough syrup in Kano State. The command’s Public Relations Officer, Sadiq Muhammad-Maigatari, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday in Kano. He quoted the Kano Strategic Command Commander, Dahiru Yahaya-Lawal, as saying the …
A Federal High Court in Abuja has discharged and acquitted suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, of a 23-count charge relating to alleged non-declaration of assets filed by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). Justice James Omotosho delivered the judgment on Thursday, ruling that the prosecution failed to establish its case against Kyari …
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has issued a fresh order directing Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) to refund a total of ₦20.33 billion to customers who paid for meters under the Meter Asset Provider (MAP) scheme. This directive is outlined in Order No. NERC/2026/025, signed on February 27, 2026, by NERC Chairman Musiliu Oseni and Commissioner Dafe …
MultiChoice has announced plans to shut down its streaming platform. Showmax after eleven years of operation. It revealed the decision in an email sent to subscribers on Thursday, hinting that the service is to be discontinued following a strategic review. “We’re writing to inform you of an important update regarding Showmax,” the streaming platform said …
The Kano State House of Assembly on Thursday commenced impeachment proceedings against the Deputy Governor of the state, Aminu Abdulsalam-Gwarzo, over alleged misconduct, abuse of office and breach of public trust. The development was contained in a report by Leadership Newspaper. The impeachment notice was presented on the floor of the House by the Majority …
