US Congressman Demands Nnamdi Kanu’s Release
US Congressman John James has urged Nigeria to release IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu or conduct a fresh trial, citing constitutional rights and international human rights obligations.
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Tinubu Approves 12 Army Divisions, 28,000 New Recruits
President Bola Tinubu has approved the expansion of the Nigerian Army from eight to 12 divisions and the recruitment of 28,000 personnel to improve border security, military response and operational efficiency.
US Hits Nigeria With 12.5% Import Tariff
The US has introduced a 12.5% tariff on Nigerian imports after concluding that the country has not effectively enforced restrictions on goods linked to forced labour under a new Section 301 trade action.
Dangote Resumes Naira Petrol Sales, Raises Price to N1,215/Litre
Dangote Refinery has ended its brief dollar pricing regime for petrol, returning to naira sales while raising its ex-depot price by N140 per litre.
Ondo Speaker Faces Impeachment as Lawmakers Issue Resignation Deadline
Twenty-one Ondo lawmakers have signed an impeachment notice against Speaker Olamide Oladiji, accusing him of financial misconduct linked to the OSOPADEC budget.
Tinubu-Approved Funds Trapped as Information Ministry Agencies Face Payment Delay
Agencies under the Federal Ministry of Information are facing operational setbacks after funds approved by President Tinubu remained unreleased for more than a week.
US-Iran Conflict Deepens as Houthis Hit Saudi Oil Tankers
The US-Iran conflict intensified with fresh American strikes on Iran, while Houthi rebels claimed attacks on two Saudi oil tankers, further escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Senate Grills CBN on Inflation, FX Reforms, Bank Recapitalisation
CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso defended the bank’s monetary policies before the Senate, highlighting easing inflation, stronger foreign reserves and progress in bank recapitalisation.
Nigeria’s Solar Market Soars as Grid Investment Lags — Report
Nigeria is leading sub-Saharan Africa’s small-scale solar expansion, but BloombergNEF warns that poor investment in grid-scale renewable energy is slowing improvements in electricity supply.
Wike’s Infrastructure Push Transforms Nigerian Law School
The Nigerian Law School is receiving major infrastructure upgrades, including new staff housing, expanded learning facilities and digitisation support as part of the FCT Administration’s institutional development drive.