House of Representatives demands stricter oversight of financial channels to combat ransom payments
The House of Representatives has urged the government to tighten regulations on BDC and POS operators to cripple the financial networks funding kidnapping and terrorism in Nigeria.
July 8, 2026
Dr. Agbo Major’s NNPP faction claims INEC recognition, readies for 2027 polls
Dr. Agbo Major’s NNPP faction claims that INEC has formally recognized its leadership, marking a key step in their preparations for the 2027 general elections.
July 8, 2026
Atiku’s Aide Calls for Gbajabiamila Investigation Amid PFIPC Fraud Claims
Atiku Abubakar’s aide, Demola Olarenwaju, is urging security agencies to investigate Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila over his alleged ties to the fraudulent Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council.
July 8, 2026
Zverev Overcomes Fritz to Secure Wimbledon Semi-final Spot Against Fery
Alexander Zverev reached his first-ever Wimbledon semi-final by defeating an injured Taylor Fritz in straight sets, setting up a match against Arthur Fery.
July 8, 2026
UK government to amend legislation to deport Rochdale grooming ringleader
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood plans to revise the 1971 Immigration Act, allowing for the deportation of convicted Rochdale grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed.
July 8, 2026
UK government to amend immigration law to allow deportation of Rochdale gang leader
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is planning to amend the 1971 Immigration Act to enable the deportation of Shabir Ahmed, the ringleader of a Rochdale grooming gang who was recently released from prison.
July 8, 2026
Government to Amend Legislation Enabling Deportation of Rochdale Grooming Gang Leader
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood plans to revise the 1971 Immigration Act to allow for the deportation of convicted Rochdale grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed.
July 8, 2026
Russia Prohibits Diesel Exports Following Strikes on Refineries
Russia has prohibited diesel exports through July to counter domestic fuel shortages fueled by Ukrainian drone attacks on energy infrastructure.
July 8, 2026
Russia halts diesel exports to counter domestic shortages after Ukrainian strikes
Russia has stopped diesel exports until the end of July to address severe domestic fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian drone attacks on energy refineries.
July 8, 2026
Russia implements diesel export ban following Ukrainian strikes on refineries
Russia has suspended diesel exports until late July in response to fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian drone attacks on its energy facilities.
July 8, 2026