The trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, over alleged fraud totalling ₦110.4 billion, continued on Thursday with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) tendering additional bank records before the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, Abuja. Bello is standing trial alongside Umar Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu on a 16-count charge bordering on …
In a bid to sustain daily delivery of 50 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol, across Nigeria, Dangote Refinery has begun 24-hour loading operations. This shift is part of the refinery’s efforts to eliminate the long-standing issue of fuel scarcity in Nigeria by ensuring that the facility's optimal production levels are …
An Abuja High Court on Thursday formally struck out the suit against Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan after the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation filed a Notice of Discontinuance. Court documents showed that the notice, dated December 12, 2025, brought an end to the criminal defamation and other related charges instituted against the …
TotalEnergies Marketing Nigeria Plc is set to face a sizeable debt repayment burden of about N65.45 billion in the first quarter of 2026, a move expected to weigh heavily on its liquidity position. Pinnacle Daily analysis of the company’s first-quarter forecast, released on Thursday, December 15, shows that the firm plans to prioritise aggressive debt …
Actress Regina Daniels’ close friend, Ann, has been released after spending two nights in detention in connection with an alleged $40,000 theft. Ann regained her freedom on Wednesday evening after the case was adjourned to March 5, 2026. The development was confirmed by Regina Daniels’ elder brother, Sammy Daniels, who shared updates on his Instagram …
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Zamfara State has reaffirmed its resolve to conduct free, fair and credible elections ahead of the 2027 general polls. The state Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr Mahmud Isah, gave the assurance during a stakeholders’ meeting held to mark the resumption of the second phase of the Continuous Voter …
Oil prices dropped from multi-month highs on Thursday, while gold retreated from record levels after U.S. President Donald Trump signaled a step back from potential military action against Iran, easing demand for safe-haven assets. Brent crude futures fell 3.3% to $64.32 a barrel, down from $66.82 a day earlier, as Trump said killings in Iran’s …
Former presidential candidate and publisher, Dele Momodu, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Momodu announced his decision on Thursday in Benin City, the Edo State capital, while addressing supporters and members of the party. Speaking at the event, Momodu said his move was driven by a desire to promote the interests of the …
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has rolled out an update to its passport tracking system aimed at improving transparency and addressing persistent delays in passport collection. The Service announced the development on Thursday via its official X handle, explaining that the update became necessary following the discovery that hundreds of already produced passports remained uncollected, …
The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Emomotimi Agama, has called for the establishment of a joint rapid-response team between the SEC and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) to combat online fraud and other financial crimes. Agama made the call during a meeting with the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, in Abuja …
