Month: July 2026
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Senate moves to centralize NAFDAC regulatory laws
The Nigerian Senate has progressed a bill to modernize and consolidate all laws governing NAFDAC-regulated products, aiming to replace outdated 2004 legislation with a comprehensive 2026 framework.
Abuja Court Sets Date for Benue APC Internal Dispute Hearing
A Federal High Court has set August 27, 2026, to hear a lawsuit filed by Benue APC members contesting the alleged substitution of their candidates for the 2027 general elections.
Angela Rayner Returns to Cabinet Following Political Comeback
Angela Rayner has returned to the cabinet as housing secretary under Prime Minister Andy Burnham, marking a significant comeback after her earlier resignation over tax issues.
National Population Commission Rolls Out Digital Birth and Death Registration
The NPC has launched the VitalReg platform to digitize the registration of births and deaths across Nigeria, aiming to improve data accuracy and simplify access for citizens.
Ebonyi State Government Moves to Regulate Rents, Scrap Metal Trade, and Infrastructure Projects
Ebonyi State is set to regulate rent and scrap metal trading, establish herbal medicine centers, and terminate stagnant road construction projects to boost local development.
Former Minister Gimba Takes Legal Action Against ADC and Senatorial Nominee
Abdulrahman Gimba has sued the ADC and candidate Baba Shehu Agaie, seeking to overturn the Niger South senatorial primary results due to alleged procedural irregularities and the candidate's ineligibility.
Investment group headed by Amit Bhatia eyes Liverpool minority stake
A consortium led by Amit Bhatia is in preliminary discussions to purchase a minority stake in Liverpool FC, with potential valuations reaching upwards of $6bn.
Federal Court Postpones Hearing on Challenge to Ireti Kingibe’s Senatorial Nomination
A Federal High Court in Abuja has moved the hearing for a case challenging Ireti Kingibe’s ADC senatorial candidacy to October 14 after citing issues with the service of court processes.
Peller Recalls Narrow Escape from Fatal Car Crash Due to Police Detention
TikTok influencer Peller reveals that his four-day detention in a police cell saved him from being in the fatal car accident involving music promoter Sam Larry.
Woman claims Wasiu Ayinde is father of her daughter amid paternity denial
A former pedicurist for Wasiu Ayinde, K1 De Ultimate, has come forward alleging that the singer denies fathering their teenage daughter despite a seven-year relationship.