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By Deborah Nnamdi Just days after stepping down as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has been appointed and formally inaugurated as Chairman of the Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). The inauguration ceremony took place in Abuja and was conducted by the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, with Minister Festus Keyamo presiding over the event. The occasion also saw the induction of seven other distinguished members representing key ministries and aviation-related institutions. In his remarks, Minister Keyamo described the inauguration as a vital move toward revitalizing Nigeria’s aviation…

Photo: President Donald Trump By Oghenekevwe Kofi In a major policy reversal that has sent shockwaves across Nigeria, the United States government has announced a drastic change to its visa policy for Nigerian citizens. Effective July 8, 2025, most nonimmigrant and nonofficial U.S. visas issued to Nigerians will now be single-entry and valid for just three months. This change, confirmed by the U.S. Department of State, is being implemented under the principle of reciprocity—a long-standing policy whereby the U.S. mirrors the visa rules other countries impose on American citizens. Nigerians who spoke on the matter likened it to “the U.S.…

Photo: Naira Debit Cards …Banks and their limits on Naira debit cards By Oghenekevwe Kofi In a surprising and much-welcomed move, Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) has officially restored international spending access on its Naira debit cards, marking a major milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing recovery from years of stringent foreign exchange restrictions. The announcement has not only excited GTBank customers but also signaled a broader wave of renewed global payment access, with United Bank for Africa (UBA), Wema Bank, and Providus Bank joining the charge. For GTBank customers, the update means that Platinum Customers can now use their Naira Mastercard to…

By Deborah Nnamdi A domestic dispute in Bauchi State ended in tragedy after a 25-year-old man, Adamu Abdullahi, allegedly killed his father, Abdullahi Musa, during a heated confrontation in Rumbuna village, Giade Local Government Area. The incident occurred around 2:00 p.m. on Monday, July 7, and was made public on Tuesday by security analyst Zagazola Makama via a post on his verified X handle. According to Makama, the altercation escalated when Adamu struck his 60-year-old father on the head with a hoe. The impact caused the victim to collapse immediately, sustaining severe head injuries. “Police officers from the Giade Division…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Rivers State Police Command has apprehended a 300-level student of the University of Port Harcourt, identified as Cynthia Chukwundah, for allegedly setting her partner, Sunny Amadi, on fire during a domestic dispute in Choba, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area. The incident occurred on Sunday following a heated argument between the two, reportedly linked to Cynthia’s pregnancy. The victim, 32-year-old Sunny Amadi, later succumbed to severe burn injuries sustained during the altercation. In a statement released on Tuesday in Port Harcourt, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, confirmed the arrest and said the suspect, who also…

By Deborah Nnamdi A two-year-old boy, Godwin Kumfa, is feared to have drowned in the Meme River in the Phase 11 area of Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State. The incident reportedly occurred around 7:30 a.m. on Monday. Godwin’s father, Mr. Mamtip Kumfa, a security guard at a private school, said he received a distress call from a neighbor informing him that his son was missing. Upon returning home, he found his wife desperately searching by the riverside. According to Mr. Kumfa, his wife had briefly left Godwin by the riverbank while she went to collect sand nearby. When she…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Federal Government has officially established 16 as the minimum age for admission into the country’s tertiary institutions. This announcement came with a stern warning that any admission conducted outside the Central Admission Processing System (CAPS) would be deemed illegal, and those responsible would face prosecution. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, made the declaration on Tuesday during the opening of the ongoing Policy Meeting of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in Abuja. Dr. Alausa emphasized that the 16-year age requirement is non-negotiable and cautioned that heads of institutions involved in admission fraud will be…

Photo: President, Federal Republic of Tinubu By Austin Manekator President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed the reins of Nigeria’s leadership on May 29, 2023. Within two years of taking office, a cloying trend has emerged — an unending number of public facilities, roads, airports, and institutions across Nigeria have been renamed in his honour. From Abuja to Minna, and from barracks to libraries, there seems to be no infrastructure or facility that hasn’t been engraved with his name — except the country Nigeria itself. The Bola Tinubu Rechristening Charade: 10 Major Landmarks That Now Bear His Name: That’s ten institutions in…

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has joined his ancestors at the age of 90. According to reliable sources, the revered monarch passed away peacefully in the early hours of Monday, July 7, 2025—exactly one year since his official coronation as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland. Oba Olakulehin’s transition comes just two days after he marked his 90th birthday, a milestone recently celebrated by family, traditional chiefs, and well-wishers across Oyo State. His passing marks the end of a brief but impactful reign, characterized by wisdom, dignity, and a deep commitment to the peace and progress…

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, on Monday lauded Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, describing him as one of the most outstanding and high-performing governors in Nigeria, despite being a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Keyamo made the remarks during the official inauguration of Enugu Air, a new state-backed airline, at an event held in the state capital. He praised Governor Mbah’s visionary leadership and impressive strides in infrastructural and economic development. “I echo the sentiments recently expressed by the President during the commissioning of a project,” Keyamo said. “Dr. Peter Mbah, though…