Lagos State Prohibits Mandatory No-Refund and No-Return Policies
Lagos State has warned businesses that 'no refund, no return' policies are illegal and cannot override consumer protection rights when products or services are defective or misrepresented.
July 16, 2026
Uncertainty Looms Over 2026 NBA Polls as Three Senior Advocates Compete for Presidency
Internal discord and legal challenges have placed the upcoming 2026 Nigerian Bar Association national elections in jeopardy, as three presidential hopefuls face off amid court injunctions and government interference.
July 16, 2026
Senate Approves Professor Abayomi Fasina for Ambassadorial Post Amid Opposition
Despite public protests and pending court cases, the Nigerian Senate has confirmed Professor Abayomi Fasina as a non-career ambassador following committee clearance.
July 16, 2026
UK Government Reaffirms Sovereignty Over Falkland Islands Following Argentina Team Protest
The UK government has officially reiterated that the Falkland Islands are British territory after Argentine players displayed a political banner following their World Cup win over England.
July 16, 2026
Senate Approves Fasina as Non-Career Ambassador Following Committee Review
Despite public opposition and allegations of misconduct, the Senate has confirmed Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina as a non-career ambassador.
July 16, 2026
Senator Banigo Proposes Earmarking SSB Tax Proceeds for Primary Healthcare
Senator Ipalibo Banigo advocates for ring-fencing revenue from the Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Tax to support primary healthcare and the prevention of non-communicable diseases.
July 16, 2026
Judge issues ultimatum to Omoyele Sowore regarding defamation case
Justice Mohammed Garba Umar of the Federal High Court has ordered Omoyele Sowore to resume his defense in the defamation suit filed by the DSS or face potential foreclosure.
July 16, 2026
Senate Increases Fines for Traffic Violations and Bus Hawking to ₦50,000
The Nigerian Senate has approved the FRSC Act (Amendment) Bill, significantly raising fines for traffic violations, including a ₦50,000 penalty for hawking or preaching in commercial buses.
July 16, 2026
Bauchi Police Apprehend Seven Suspects Following Assault on University Students
Bauchi State Police have arrested seven people for an armed robbery at an off-campus hostel belonging to Sa’adu Zungur University students, resulting in the recovery of stolen goods and medical treatment for two injured victims.
July 16, 2026
Carlos Alcaraz Targets Cincinnati Open Return Following Wrist Injury
Carlos Alcaraz is set to return to professional tennis at the Cincinnati Open next month as he recovers from a wrist injury and prepares for the US Open.
July 16, 2026