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CBN Confirms Only 82 Licensed Bureau De Change Operators Nationwide
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has confirmed that only 82 Bureau De Change (BDC) operators currently hold valid licenses to operate in the country. The disclosure was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Bank’s spokesperson, Hakama Sidi Ali. According to the apex bank, the approvals were granted under its powers in the Bank and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) 2020 and in compliance with the 2024 […]
Burkina Faso Forces Nigerian Military Aircraft to Land Over Airspace Violation
The Government of Burkina Faso has announced that a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) C-130 aircraft carrying 11 military personnel was compelled to land in the country on Monday after allegedly violating Burkinabe airspace. The incident was disclosed through a statement issued by the Confederation of Sahel States (AES) and published by the state-run Agence d’Information du Burkina. According to the translated statement, the aircraft “was forced to land today, December […]
Tinubu Meets APC, Opposition Governors in Abuja as Security, Political Tensions Rise
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday held a closed-door meeting with several governors at the State House in Abuja amid rising security concerns and ongoing political realignments across the country. Although the Presidency did not disclose the purpose of the meeting, it lasted nearly two hours inside the President’s office and drew attendance from governors across different geopolitical zones. Governors present included Umar Namadi (Jigawa), Monday Okpebholo (Edo), Biodun Oyebanji […]
Tinubu govt to build more houses for judges – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, says President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains committed to strengthening the nation’s judiciary through improved infrastructure, enhanced welfare and sustained policy support. Wike gave the assurance on Monday in Abuja during a special court session marking the commencement of the 2025/2026 legal year of the Court of Appeal. He explained that the administration has made provisions in the 2025 budget to […]
NDPHC completes Geregu overhaul, adds 450MW to grid
The Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) has restored 450 megawatts of electricity to the national grid following the completion of scheduled maintenance on the Geregu National Integrated Power Project plant in Kogi State. The four-week extended inspection, carried out by Siemens Energy, was undertaken to improve the plant’s reliability and operational efficiency, while also extending its Equivalent Operating Hours. According to NDPHC, the rehabilitation of the Geregu plant is […]
FG pledges to restore trust in public communication
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, says the Federal Government will continue to rebuild trust in public communication through honest, sincere and purposeful engagement with citizens. Idris made the remark on Sunday night in Abuja during the 2025 Nigeria Excellence Award in Public Service (NEAPS) and Dinner, organised by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation in collaboration with The Best Strategic […]
Police condemn attack on Anambra Church, vows to hunt down perpetrators
The Anambra State Police Command has condemned the attack on a church in Lilu community, Ihiala Local Government Area, which left one person dead and several others injured. Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Monday in Awka, noting that the assault occurred in the early hours of Sunday. According to Ikenga, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, described the attack […]
Olubadan of Ibadanland Urges Yoruba Vigilance Amid Rising Insecurity Across Nigeria
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has called on Yoruba people to remain vigilant amid escalating insecurity across Nigeria, warning that recent attacks in northern and central states pose a growing risk to the South-West. In a statement issued on Sunday in Ibadan by his media aide, Adeola Oloko, the monarch made the remarks in Ode-Omu, Osun State, during the weekend celebration of Ode-Omu Day. Nigeria has witnessed a […]
ECOWAS deploys standby force to Benin after foiled coup attempt
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has ordered the immediate deployment of its standby force to the Republic of Benin following the foiling of an attempted military coup in the country. In a statement issued on Sunday, the regional bloc said troops—including personnel from Nigeria—were being mobilised to support the Beninese government and protect constitutional order. ECOWAS Chairman and Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, confirmed that the Nigerian […]
