Nigeria, France, and Italy have joined forces to launch the Common Operational Partnership (COP Nigeria), a project designed to fight human trafficking more effectively. The initiative, unveiled in Abuja with European Union (EU) support, aims to strengthen the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) and boost cross-border collaboration. EU Backs Nigeria’s…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed new instruments of release to grant pardon and clemency to selected individuals. Before final approval, he ordered a review of the list after consulting the Council of State and receiving public feedback. He acted under his powers in Section 175(1) & (2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). Removal…
On Wednesday, the National Assembly approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to secure $2.347 billion from the international capital market. The funds will help part-finance the 2025 budget deficit and refinance maturing Eurobonds. Therefore, the government can meet critical fiscal obligations while stabilizing the economy. $500 Million Sovereign Sukuk to Fund Infrastructure Additionally, the Assembly approved…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has recorded major progress in its fight against drug trafficking and abuse. Over the past 30 months, the agency arrested 45,853 suspects, seized more than 8.5 million kilograms of drugs, and secured 9,263 convictions. It also rehabilitated 26,613 drug users and conducted 9,848 sensitisation campaigns in schools, workplaces,…
French authorities have arrested two men believed to be behind the recent theft of crown jewels from the Louvre Museum in Paris. Officers captured the first suspect while he attempted to flee through Charles de Gaulle Airport. The second man was later tracked down in the Paris suburbs after investigators followed his calls and financial…
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has collected a total of ₦22.59 trillion in taxes between January and September 2025.The Chairman of FIRS, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, announced this in a statement, describing the achievement as proof of the success of the agency’s ongoing fiscal and administrative reforms. He explained that between October 2023 and September…
From December 1, 2025, all international passengers traveling to or from Nigeria will pay an extra $11.5 flight fee. The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) introduced the charge under the Advance Passenger Information System (APIS). The fee will apply to both inbound and outbound passengers. According to the NCAA, airlines will collect the money when…
Jiro Ono, Japan’s legendary sushi chef, has turned 100 years old and remains active in his craft. The culinary master, who became famous for his Tokyo restaurant Sukiyabashi Jiro, still visits the kitchen to oversee preparations. Although he has slowed down a little, he continues to inspire both young and experienced chefs worldwide. Legacy of…
Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun has lifted the Super Falcons with a ₦50 million reward ahead of their WAFCON 2026 qualifier against Benin Republic. The governor announced the gift when he received the team at his office in Abeokuta on Monday. The Falcons will play their second leg at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena…
The National Assembly is taking steps to include Nigerians abroad in national elections. Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, announced that lawmakers are moving forward with the Diaspora Voting Bill. He spoke during the Nigerian Stakeholders Engagement on Diaspora Governance (NiSEDiG 2025) and the launch of the Nigerians in Diaspora Response (NiDRes)…
