APM Challenges APC Regarding Alleged Ties to Bandits Amid Oyo Abduction Probe
The APM has accused the APC of resisting a United Nations-backed investigation into the kidnapping of students in Oyo State, questioning if the ruling party is hiding ties to criminal elements.
July 15, 2026
Kano court sentences man to seven years for selling cannabis online
A Federal High Court in Kano has sentenced 28-year-old Ashiru Idris to seven years in prison for using social media to advertise cannabis.
July 15, 2026
Kano Leads Nationwide Voter Registration With Over 182,000 New Sign-ups
Kano State leads Nigeria's voter registration drive with over 182,000 new sign-ups as nationwide figures surpass 2.4 million ahead of the 2027 elections.
July 15, 2026
Aimee Barrett-Theron pauses refereeing career following breast cancer diagnosis
Top international rugby referee Aimee Barrett-Theron has paused her career to undergo treatment for breast cancer, expressing optimism about a future return to the field.
July 15, 2026
INEC Chairman Amupitan prioritizes Osun election and national planning during meeting with Plateau lawyers
INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan outlined his focus on the upcoming Osun governorship race and future national polls during a meeting with Plateau-based Senior Advocates of Nigeria.
July 15, 2026
NAPTAN and NUT Demand Urgent Action on Safe Schools Initiative
Educational bodies NAPTAN and NUT are demanding the immediate and effective enforcement of the Safe Schools Initiative to stop the persistent threat of kidnappings and violence against students.
July 15, 2026
Nigeria Approves $11.50 Tax Break for Shell to Advance $20 Billion Bonga Deepwater Project
Nigeria has approved an $11.50 per barrel tax credit for Shell to restart the long-delayed Bonga Southwest Aparo oil project, aiming to attract $20 billion in foreign investment.
July 15, 2026
French Parliament Passes Assisted Dying Legislation Following Prolonged Debate
France's National Assembly has narrowly approved an assisted dying bill, clearing a major hurdle after years of legislative deadlock and opposition from the upper house.
July 15, 2026
S&P Reports Dangote Refinery Insulates Nigeria from Global Fuel Price Spikes
According to S&P Global, the Dangote Refinery is stabilizing Nigeria's fuel market by keeping domestic prices steady while international costs, shipping rates, and supply challenges rise.
July 15, 2026
International Crude Oil Markets Experience Downturn
Global oil benchmarks fell nearly one percent on Wednesday amid Middle East tensions, while Nigerian domestic fuel prices remained stable despite recent shifts in refining and distribution.
July 15, 2026