You don’t need much to start akara, roasted corn business, Remi Tinubu tells women
Remi Tinubu, Nigeria’s first lady, says small-scale food businesses such as selling akara and roasted corn require little capital. Akara is a Nigerian snack made from deep-frying ground beansTinubu said her office has been providing grants — not loans —…
Second Batch of Nigerians Return from South Africa Ahead of June 30 Anti-Immigration Protest
The second group of Nigerians stranded in South Africa has arrived in Lagos as the Nigerian government continues its voluntary evacuation programme ahead of planned anti-immigration protests in South Africa on June 30. More than 60 Nigerians departed from Johannesburg’s…
13,000 APC, PDP, ADC members defect to NDC in Ogun
…Chairman rules out alliance, says party will stand alone About 13,000 members from various political parties including 10,000 supporters of Former Presidential candidates of Labour Party in 2023 elections, Peter Obi, and Former Governor of Kano State Rabiu Kwankwanso have…
EFCC, CAC move against unregistered PoS operators
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) have launched a joint crackdown on unregistered Point of Sale (PoS) operators, warning that their activities pose serious risks to national security and the financial system. Also,…
TCN restores power to Benin-Egbin 330kV transmission line
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) said it has restored the Benin–Egbin 330kV transmission line following a power system disturbance that disrupted electricity supply across Lagos and its environs on Thursday morning. TCN disclosed that the Benin–Egbin line, which was…
State Police Gains Momentum as 36 State Assembly Speakers Back Constitution Amendment Bill
The push to establish state police in Nigeria received a major boost on Thursday as the Speakers of the 36 State Houses of Assembly pledged to support the Constitution Amendment Bill passed by the National Assembly. The Speakers said they…
EFCC files charge against Miyetti Allah president over $2.53m terrorism financing, money laundering
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed a 12-count charge against Bello Abdullahi Bodejo before a Federal High Court in Abuja, accusing him of alleged terrorism financing and money laundering involving a total of $2.53 million. According to…
Bail Revocation: Sowore to Remain in Custody Until June 30
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday fixed June 30 for ruling on a motion filed by Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate of African Action Congress (AAC), seeking to vacate an order for his bail revocation. Justice Mohammed Umar…
Makinde imposes 16-hour curfew in 10 Oyo LGAs over security concerns
The Oyo State Government has intensified efforts to free residents from the shackles of insecurity, kidnapping, and other criminal activities by imposing a curfew on 10 local government areas surrounding the Old Oyo National Park. In a statement issued by…
2026 World Cup: Herve Renard becomes second Tunisia coach to leave role
Tunisia head coach, Herve Renard, has revealed that he will leave the role after the 2026 World Cup.Renard has confirmed that his contract with the Carthage Eagles is just for the tournament. There are currently no plans to extend the…