The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued a directive that targets the frequent PoS failures affecting customers and merchants nationwide. The bank ordered all acquirers, processors and payment service providers to set up mandatory dual connectivity to improve the reliability of electronic payments. CBN Moves to Reduce PoS Failures The directive builds on the circular…
Benin Republic has confirmed that it formally requested Nigeria’s military help to prevent what officials feared could have led to “massive casualties” during last week’s attempted advance by Royalist forces. Foreign Minister Olushegun Bakari disclosed this on Thursday at the ECOWAS Council of Ministers Meeting in Abuja. Why Benin Turned to Nigeria During the Coup…
Nigeria will recruit more than 94,000 new security personnel as part of a nationwide push to curb rising insecurity, federal officials said on Thursday. Moreover, the plan forms a major component of President Bola Tinubu’s directive to strengthen security agencies across the country. Police Begin Process to Hire 50,000 Constables The Police Service Commission and…
The Enugu State Government has allocated N10bn in its 2026 budget as the state’s equity contribution to the first phase of a 135.5km standard gauge rail line. The project marks a major step in Governor Peter Mbah’s plan to build a modern multimodal transport system across the state. Breakdown of Enugu’s 2026 Transport Commitments Commissioner…
The Peoples Democratic Party has confirmed the death of Bayelsa Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who collapsed on Thursday at the Government House in Yenagoa. The party said the news shocked members and further described him as a loyal and principled leader who shaped politics in the state. PDP Issues Emotional Statement on Ewhrudjakpo’s Passing National…
Nigeria’s total merchandise trade rose to N38.9 trillion in the third quarter of 2025, according to new figures released by the National Bureau of Statistics. Moreover, the data shows that the country’s external sector remains resilient despite the sharp downturn in agricultural exports. Merchandise Trade Gains Momentum in Q3 The NBS reported an 8.71% increase…
The Rivers State House of Assembly has criticised Governor Siminalayi Fubara over remarks he made during a road commissioning ceremony. Moreover, the lawmakers said the governor’s comments were unnecessary and capable of igniting new tension across the state. The Rivers Assembly reaction adds a fresh layer to the ongoing political standoff. Rivers Assembly Reaction: Lawmakers…
The Abia State Police Command has arrested three elderly Abia gun runners and recovered a cache of firearms during a targeted intelligence-led operation in Obingwa Local Government Area. Moreover, the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to stop illegal arms movement across the state. Identities of the Abia Gun Runners Revealed Police spokesperson DSP Maureen…
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named a 28-man Super Eagles squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Moreover, Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi and Stanley Nwabali headline the list. Chelle said the squad has the strength to compete in every match. Key Players Make the Super Eagles Squad Chelle included several…
Nigeria’s Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs started screening ambassadorial nominees on December 11, 2025. President Bola Tinubu sent the list to the Senate earlier. The committee, led by Senator Abubakar Sani Bello, focused on non-career diplomats first. Prominent Nominees Take the Stage The panel screened notable figures. Reno Omokri, a former presidential aide, appeared before…
