Banks Face N100m Penalty for Forex Documentation Violations
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a N100 million penalty for banks that process foreign exchange (FX) transactions without adequate documentation, according to the newly released fourth edition of its Foreign Exchange Manual issued in May 2026. The manual, unveiled by the apex bank and reported on June 6, 2026, stipulates that authorised […]
Nigeria Has Battled Kidnapping For Years, Social Media Finally Made It Impossible To Ignore, Says Omokri
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Reno Omokri, Nigeria’s ambassador-designate to Mexico, said kidnapping is not a new phenomenon but a decades-old challenge that gained wider attention with the rise of social media. Omokri, a diehard supporter of the Bola Tinubu administration, stated this in a Facebook post on Thursday as a wave of kidnappings swept across Oyo, […]
NAWOJ Edo Condemns Kidnapping Of Pupils, Teachers In Oyo, Calls For Immediate Release
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Edo State Chapter, has condemned the abduction of school pupils and their teachers in Oyo State, describing it as an incident that has left families, communities, and concerned Nigerians deeply distressed. In a statement signed by its chairperson, Habiba Aniekan Sam, said as mothers, journalists, […]
UN Demands Rapid Rescue Of Students, Teachers Abducted In Nigeria
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The United Nations (UN) has called for an immediate action to secure the release of students and teachers kidnapped by armed groups in Nigeria, pointing out that schools must remain safe spaces for learning and development. The appeal was made by Mr. Malick Fall, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, […]
Baba-Ahmed: Obi, Atiku Chasing Power, Neglecting Opposition Duties
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has sharply criticised Nigeria’s opposition leaders, describing Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar as “office seekers” rather than genuine opposition figures. He has taken aim at Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar, describing them as politicians driven by the pursuit of […]
Police Arrest Man Allegedly Behind Viral AI-Generated Voice Recording Linked to Tinubu In Benin
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, has announced that police have arrested Ifechukwu Dennis, the individual accused of creating and circulating an AI-generated voice recording purported to be that of President Bola Tinubu. In an X post on Thursday, Onanuga said Dennis was arrested in Benin City, the […]
Grenada Offers Visa-Free Entry to Nigerians, Seeks Investment Partnerships
Grenada is stepping up efforts to strengthen economic ties with Nigeria by introducing visa-free access for Nigerian citizens and actively courting investors, entrepreneurs and professionals across key sectors of its economy. The Caribbean nation is also exploring the possibility of direct flight connections with Nigeria as part of a broader strategy to boost trade, tourism […]
World Cup 2026: FIFA Demands Payment After Ticketing Glitch Gives Fans Free Seats
FIFA has admitted to a ticketing error that allowed dozens of fans to obtain free tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and is now requesting payment from those affected or risk having their tickets cancelled. The world football governing body confirmed that around 60 supporters were mistakenly allocated tickets at a cost of $0 […]
NDC Defends Primaries, Rejects Allegations of Candidate Imposition
The leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has dismissed allegations that its recently concluded presidential, National Assembly, governorship, and state House of Assembly primaries were characterised by irregularities and the imposition of candidates. In a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday, June 4, 2026, the party’s National Secretary, Morgan Enekweizu, described the criticisms as […]
UNIPORT Appoints Former Rivers Health Commissioner as 10th Vice-Chancellor
The University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) has approved the appointment of Professor Princewill Chike, a former Rivers State Commissioner for Health, as its 10th Vice-Chancellor. Professor Chike will succeed the outgoing Vice-Chancellor, Professor Owunari Georgewill, whose tenure is set to expire on July 13, 2026. Georgewill, the institution’s ninth Vice-Chancellor, is expected to preside over […]