The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Musa Adamu Aliyu, has called for wildlife trafficking to be treated as a form of organised financial crime, arguing that corruption remains the main force enabling the illegal trade to thrive. Aliyu made the call while speaking at the 35th Session of …
As Nigerians mark the 33rd anniversary of the June 12, 1993 election and 27 years of uninterrupted civilian rule, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has warned that worsening insecurity poses a serious threat to Nigeria’s democracy, rule of law and the credibility of the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued on Thursday …
Nigerians still trapped in South Africa in the ongoing xenophobic attacks have been advised to remain law-abiding, vigilant, and to report any threats against them to the Nigerian Mission. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, gave the advice in his address while welcoming the first batch of 258 Nigerians that arrived from …
The House of Representatives on Thursday passed a landmark constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state police across Nigeria, marking a significant step in the country's long-standing efforts to decentralise policing and strengthen internal security. The proposed legislation, titled “A Bill for an Act to Alter the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 …
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has dismissed growing criticism over visa restrictions, security concerns and soaring ticket prices ahead of the World Cup, insisting the governing body is operating within its limits as the tournament opens. Speaking in Mexico City on Wednesday, a day before the World Cup kickoff at the Estadio Azteca, Infantino defended the …
The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has launched a new digital tax administration platform, Rev360, as part of efforts to identify tax evaders. It is also to enable it to strengthen compliance and modernise revenue collection across the country. Speaking at the unveiling in Abuja on Wednesday, the Executive Chairman of the NRS, Zacch Adedeji, described …
Alex Iwobi has written his name into Nigerian football history after making his 100th appearance for the Super Eagles, becoming only the fourth player ever to reach the milestone. The Fulham midfielder achieved the landmark during Nigeria’s international friendly against Portugal on Wednesday, cementing his place among the national team’s most enduring figures. Iwobi made …
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said that some senators are already becoming anxious over their chances of securing return tickets to the National Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections. Akpabio made the remark on Wednesday during the inauguration of the National Campaign Council for the forthcoming Ekiti State governorship election. The Senate President noted …
Nigeria’s impressive 12-match unbeaten run came to an end on Wednesday after a 2–1 defeat to Portugal in an international friendly. The encounter was tightly contested for long spells before the hosts broke the deadlock late in the game, only for the Super Eagles to briefly fight back. Both sides struggled to find clear openings …
Troops of the 82 Division Garrison, operating under Sector 1 of Operation UDO KA in collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS), have uncovered a suspected arms cache linked to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN) in Enugu State. The operation followed intelligence gathered from …
