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By Deborah Nnamdi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 25 students of Bayero University Kano (BUK) over alleged involvement in internet fraud. EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the arrests in a statement on Wednesday, noting that the operation took place on Monday near the university’s New Site in Kano. According to Oyewale, the arrest followed actionable intelligence and weeks of surveillance linking the suspects to cybercrime, identity theft, and financial scams. “All suspects apprehended are confirmed to be undergraduate students of BUK,” he said. Items recovered during the sting operation include mobile phones, laptops, internet routers, and…

By Deborah Nnamdi Tragedy struck on Wednesday at Sowo Village along the Abeokuta–Sagamu Expressway, as a speeding vehicle ploughed into schoolchildren walking by the roadside, killing four people on the spot. According to the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE), the fatal crash occurred around 3 p.m. and involved a reckless driver who lost control and rammed into the victims. Among the deceased were schoolchildren returning home. The horrifying incident sparked immediate outrage in the community, with angry youths attempting to lynch the driver. However, he was quickly rescued by security operatives who arrived at the scene to…

By Deborah Nnamdi French media giant Canal+ has officially acquired full ownership of MultiChoice Group, the parent company of DStv and GOtv, in a landmark $3 billion (approx. 55 billion rand) deal. The acquisition, which secures the remaining 55% stake Canal+ did not previously own, was approved by South Africa’s Competition Tribunal on Wednesday, July 23. The green light follows months of negotiations and regulatory scrutiny, setting the stage for the deal’s completion by October 8, 2025. However, the Tribunal imposed several public interest conditions aimed at safeguarding local content and preserving South Africa’s media sovereignty. For Canal+, the acquisition…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) convened a late-night National Caucus meeting on Wednesday at the Bauchi State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja. The closed-door session, which commenced at 9:00 p.m., was presided over by the Acting National Chairman, Ambassador Umar Iliya Damagum. In attendance were key party stakeholders, including Governors Bala Mohammed (Bauchi), Ademola Adeleke (Osun), Seyi Makinde (Oyo), Ahmadu Fintiri (Adamawa), and Caleb Mutfwang (Plateau). Also present were former Kaduna State Governor, Senator Ahmed Makarfi; former PDP Deputy National Chairman, Chief Bode George; and several members of the National Working Committee (NWC) and Board of Trustees…

The Federal Government has introduced a new, simplified import fee structure, replacing the previous system of multiple hidden charges with a single, transparent 4% “unified charge.” Previously, importers had to deal with confusing fees like the 1% CISS and 7% collection charges. The new system streamlines everything, making it easier to understand and plan for. With this change, importers can better predict their costs and avoid unexpected fees. It’s a move toward greater transparency and efficiency. In addition, the import process has now shifted to the B’Odogwu digital platform. This upgrade speeds up cargo clearance, reduces human interference, and minimizes…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally requested the House of Representatives to approve an amendment to the Federal Government’s External Borrowing Plan for the 2025–2026 period. The proposed amendment seeks an additional $47 million in external financing for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, increasing the project’s total cost from $700 million to $747 million. According to the communication sent to the House, the request is part of broader efforts to realign government spending with evolving infrastructure needs and ensure the timely delivery of critical national projects. The letter, signed by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy,…

by Deborah Nnamdi Residents of Umudibia in Umualuaku, located in the Ehime Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State, were jolted awake by the sound of gunfire in the early hours of Wednesday as unidentified gunmen launched a coordinated assault on the community. According to local sources, the gunshots began around 5:30 a.m., sparking widespread fear and confusion among residents. Audio clips shared by witnesses captured the sound of intense gunfire and desperate cries for help in the background. Confirming the incident, the spokesperson for the Imo State Police Command, Henry Okoye, stated that security forces have been mobilized in…

By Reno Omokri Dear Citizens of Nigeria, Contrary to what the ADC and Obidient online mob are telling you, President Bola Tinubu has not borrowed $20.5 billion, nor has the Senate approved for the Tinubu administration to take a loan of that amount. These individuals and the politicians and parties they represent are professional misinformers and disinformers, skilled in twisting simple narratives to turn you against your country and government. For the avoidance of doubt, President Bola Tinubu is not about to borrow $21 Billion. The MTEF contains the borrowing plan for both the Federal and State Governments for the…

By Deborah Nnamdi Former Minister of Transportation and South-South leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, has declared his intention to oppose President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for a second term in the 2027 general elections. Addressing a large gathering of supporters at the Port Harcourt International Airport on Wednesday, Amaechi voiced strong disapproval of the current administration, attributing the country’s deepening economic hardship to President Tinubu’s leadership. “I’m fed up with this government,” Amaechi said. “If a wealthy man is paying N4 million for electricity, only God knows how ordinary Nigerians are managing to…

In a significant shift within the National Assembly, four senators elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) formally defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday, further eroding the opposition’s presence in the Senate. The lawmakers who crossed over to the APC are Senator Aniekan Bassey (Akwa Ibom North East), Senator Ekong Sampson (Akwa Ibom South), Senator Francis Fadahunsi (Osun East), and Senator Olubiyi Oluwole Fadeyi (Osun Central).Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced their defections during plenary, marking the latest in a series of political realignments shaking up the Senate. In a show of support, APC…