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By Deborah Nnamdi Senate President Godswill Akpabio has declared that the National Assembly will not be held hostage by the “disruptive instincts” of any of its members, stressing the importance of discipline and adherence to parliamentary rules in preserving Nigeria’s democracy. In a statement issued on Saturday by his media aide, Eseme Eyiboh, titled “The Trials and Triumphs of a Resilient Nigeria’s 10th Senate,” Akpabio said the legislature’s insistence on enforcing its rules was not aimed at silencing dissent but at safeguarding order and institutional integrity. “The Senate cannot and will not be held hostage by the disruptive instincts of…

By Deborah Nnamdi President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on all goods imported from China, marking a sharp escalation in trade tensions between the world’s two largest economies. In a post on Truth Social on Friday, Trump said the new measure—set to take effect on November 1 or sooner—would be added to the existing 30% tariff already imposed on Chinese imports. “The United States of America will impose a Tariff of 100% on China, over and above any Tariff that they are currently paying,” Trump wrote. “Also, on November 1st, we will impose Export Controls…

By Douglas Maha, Abuja Nigeria’s central bank has released draft guidelines requiring banks to refund customers within 48 hours for failed interbank Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transactions, in a move aimed at improving payment reliability and consumer protection. The proposed rules, published by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Friday, also mandate instant reversals for failed transactions carried out on the same bank’s machines. Where immediate reversal is not possible due to technical issues, banks must process refunds manually within 24 hours. The CBN said the directive is part of wider reforms to strengthen trust and efficiency in the…

By Douglas Maha, Abuja Nigeria’s public debt has climbed to ₦152.4 trillion ($99.7bn) as of June 30, 2025, from ₦149.4 trillion recorded three months earlier, according to the latest figures from the Debt Management Office (DMO). The increase of ₦3.01 trillion, or about 2%, was driven by a weaker naira that inflated the local value of foreign borrowings, alongside limited new debt issuance. The DMO said total external debt rose to $46.98bn (₦71.85tn) in June from $45.98bn (₦70.63tn) in March. Multilateral lenders remain Nigeria’s largest creditors, holding about $23.19bn, almost half of the total. The World Bank’s International Development Association…

Photo: Enugu Governor Peter Mbah dumping PDP for APC Nigeria’s political landscape appears to be sliding toward a one-party structure as the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) continues an unrelenting expansion that is dismantling the once formidable opposition, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). The wave of defections sweeping across states has been described by analysts as a political tsunami that could redefine the country’s democratic balance. Barely months after tightening its grip on the National Assembly, where it now commands well over two-thirds of the seats in both the Senate and the House of Representatives, the APC has extended its…

At least four soldiers have been confirmed dead, while five others sustained injuries after Boko Haram terrorists launched a coordinated attack on a military post in Ngamdu, along the Damaturu–Maiduguri highway, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State, in the early hours of Friday. The attack, which occurred around 2:30 a.m., was repelled by troops of Operation Hadin Kai following a swift counter-assault reinforced by elements from the 29 Task Force Brigade. Confirming the incident in a statement, the spokesperson for Operation Hadin Kai, Lt. Col. Uba Sani, said the terrorists suffered heavy losses during the exchange of fire. “Troops…

By Deborah Nnamdi Former Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate, Faith Adewale, has opened up for the first time since his disqualification from the reality show, sharing an emotional message about his personal journey, struggles, and newfound perspective on life. Faith, who was disqualified for breaching the show’s rules, released a heartfelt video on his YouTube channel on Friday, where he reflected on his experience and expressed gratitude to his supporters. “The old Faith is gone, but his story still lives on,” the 25-year-old reality star began, setting the tone for a deeply personal account of his transformation since leaving…

By Deborah Nnamdi Nigeria’s Super Eagles have taken a major step toward qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Lesotho in their Group B qualifier on Friday. The win keeps the three-time African champions firmly in contention for an automatic qualification spot ahead of the decisive final matchday. The game, played under difficult conditions in Maseru, began on a slow note for Nigeria, who struggled to break down a well-organised Lesotho defence. Despite controlling possession, the Super Eagles found it hard to create clear chances, relying mostly on long balls that failed to trouble…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has refuted reports alleging that it imported finished premium motor spirit (PMS) with high sulphur content into Nigeria, describing the claims as false, malicious, and misleading. In a statement issued on Friday, the company clarified that the shipment referenced in the reports was not finished petrol but an intermediate feedstock — an unrefined product that requires further processing before it can be converted into usable fuel. “Dangote Petroleum Refinery has noted reports claiming it is importing finished petrol (PMS) with high sulphur content into Nigeria. These reports are false, malicious, and misleading,” the…

By Deborah Nnamdi An Ondo State Magistrate Court has ordered the remand of a 25-year-old artisan, Ahmed Toheed, for allegedly raping and killing his 64-year-old grandmother, Mulikat Sanni, in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area of the state. The incident reportedly occurred on September 29, 2025, around 10:00 p.m. at Onisere Street, Ore. According to the police prosecutor, Augustine Omhenimhen, the accused, who works as a carpenter, accused his grandmother of witchcraft and blamed her for his misfortunes before allegedly strangling her to death and having unlawful carnal knowledge of her. The charge sheet read in part: “That you, Ahmed Toheed…