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Alleged PFIPC DG Fails to Appear in Court Over Forgery, Fraud Charges

The self-proclaimed Director-General of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC), Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, failed to appear before the Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday for his scheduled arraignment over alleged certificate forgery, fraud and impersonation. Adeyemi is expected to take his plea before Justice Mohammed Umar on an eight-count charge bordering on forgery, fraud and impersonation. The case, marked FHC/ABJ/CR/562/2025, was filed by the Nigeria Police on November 27, 2025. Despite the matter being listed for hearing, the […]

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Federal Government Opens Free CAC Registration for 250,000 Small Businesses

The Federal Government has commenced applications for the free registration of 250,000 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) under a partnership between the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). The initiative, approved by President Bola Tinubu, is aimed at eliminating the cost of business registration for eligible nano, micro and small enterprises, making it easier for entrepreneurs to formalise their businesses and participate in Nigeria's formal economy. Under the programme, successful […]

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Presidency, Makinde Clash Over Call for UN Probe Into Oyo School Abduction

The Presidency has criticised Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over his call for a United Nations-led investigation into the abduction of teachers and pupils in Oriire Local Government Area, describing the request as unnecessary and politically motivated. Governor Makinde made the call on Monday while officially receiving the 45 rescued victims—39 pupils and six teachers—who spent 56 days in captivity after being abducted by armed bandits on May 15, 2026. The gunmen had attacked three schools in the Yawota and […]

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Appeal Court Bars INEC from Recognising ADC Congresses Conducted by Mark-Led Caretaker Committee

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has barred the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising or participating in state congresses organised by committees constituted by the Senator David Mark-led caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a split 2-1 judgment delivered on Monday, the appellate court upheld the earlier ruling of the Federal High Court, which restrained the caretaker leadership from conducting state congresses or interfering with the affairs of the party's elected state executive committees. Delivering […]

13/07/2026 3

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Osimhen Plans to Earn University Degree After Football Career

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has revealed his desire to return to school and obtain a university degree after retiring from professional football, describing education as one of his personal ambitions beyond the sport. The Galatasaray forward made the disclosure during an interview, where he reflected on the importance of lifelong learning and the lessons he has gained through life experiences. Osimhen said while formal education provided a foundation, many valuable lessons have come from his journey as a professional […]

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Court Rejects Sowore’s Request for Long Adjournment in Defamation Trial

Justice Mohammed Garba Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected an application by activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, seeking a lengthy adjournment in his ongoing defamation trial. Sowore is facing charges filed by the Department of State Services (DSS) over allegations that he defamed President Bola Tinubu through comments made on his Facebook page and X account. At the resumed hearing on Monday, Sowore's counsel, Reuben Adakole, requested that the case be adjourned until after […]

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Federal Government Suspends Planned Increase in WAEC, NECO Examination Fees

The Federal Government has suspended the proposed increase in registration fees for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) following widespread public criticism. The suspension was announced in a statement issued on Monday by the Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, Boriowo Folasade. According to the ministry, the June 18, 2026 circular that communicated the proposed fee increase has been withdrawn […]

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Olubadan Urges FG, Oyo Government to Secure Communities Bordering Old Oyo National Park

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Ladoja, has called on the Federal Government and the Oyo State Government to strengthen security in communities bordering the Old Oyo National Park to prevent a recurrence of recent kidnapping incidents. The monarch made the appeal following the abduction of 39 students and seven teachers from communities in Oriire Local Government Area on May 15, 2026. The victims were later rescued after spending days in captivity. Oba Ladoja noted that the Old Oyo National […]

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Former Minister UcheNnaji Arrives Court for Arraignment Over Alleged Certificate Forgery

Former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, has arrived at the Federal High Court in Abuja for his arraignment over alleged certificate forgery charges filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Nnaji, dressed in a white outfit and a red cap, acknowledged supporters as he entered the courtroom ahead of the commencement of proceedings. The ICPC is expected to formally arraign the former minister on charges bordering on alleged certificate forgery and making […]

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Alleged PFIPC DG Fails to Appear in Court Over Forgery, Fraud Charges

Federal Government Opens Free CAC Registration for 250,000 Small Businesses

Presidency, Makinde Clash Over Call for UN Probe Into Oyo School Abduction

Appeal Court Bars INEC from Recognising ADC Congresses Conducted by Mark-Led Caretaker Committee

Osimhen Plans to Earn University Degree After Football Career

Court Rejects Sowore’s Request for Long Adjournment in Defamation Trial

Federal Government Suspends Planned Increase in WAEC, NECO Examination Fees

Olubadan Urges FG, Oyo Government to Secure Communities Bordering Old Oyo National Park

Former Minister UcheNnaji Arrives Court for Arraignment Over Alleged Certificate Forgery

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