El-Rufai’s Corruption Trial Adjourned as Co-Defendants Fail to Appear in Court
The Federal High Court in Kaduna has adjourned the corruption trial of former Governor Nasir El-Rufai to June 24, 2026, after two co-defendants failed to appear in court.
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Nvidia Raises $25 Billion in Major Bond Offering as AI Expansion Accelerates
Artificial intelligence giant Nvidia has announced plans to raise $25 billion through a U.S. bond offering, marking its first return to the investment-grade debt market since 2021 and underscoring the company’s commitment to maintaining its leadership position in the rapidly evolving AI industry. The bond issuance exceeded initial expectations after strong investor demand prompted the…
Nigerians Reject IMF Proposal for Fuel and Telecom Taxes Amid Rising Cost of Living Concerns
Nigerians have strongly pushed back against a recommendation by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) urging the Federal Government to introduce new taxes on telecommunications services and fuel products as part of broader efforts to boost government revenue. The proposal, contained in the IMF’s latest Article IV Consultation Report on Nigeria, has sparked criticism from consumers,…
Berlin Reaffirms Right for Women to Swim Topless in Public Pools Under Equal Treatment Policy
Authorities in Berlin have reaffirmed that women are permitted to swim topless in the city’s public swimming pools, reinforcing a policy that places women and men under the same rules when it comes to swimwear regulations. The clarification follows a discrimination complaint filed by a woman who reportedly was instructed to cover her chest while…
SERAP Sues NNPCL Over Alleged ₦5.9 Billion Spent on Rebranding and Incorporation
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), demanding a full account of approximately ₦5.9 billion reportedly spent during the transition of the former Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) into the newly incorporated NNPCL. According to SERAP, the expenditure relates to the incorporation, restructuring,…
Philippines Bans Privacy Coins on Licensed Crypto Exchanges in Major Regulatory Shift
The Philippines has moved to tighten its oversight of the cryptocurrency sector by prohibiting licensed digital asset platforms from offering privacy-focused cryptocurrencies, marking one of the country’s most significant regulatory actions in the evolving crypto market. The new directive, issued by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the country’s central bank, bars all licensed Virtual…
NYSC Suspends 2026 Batch B Stream I Orientation Course in Niger State Over Camp Renovation
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced the temporary suspension of the 2026 Batch B Stream I Orientation Course for prospective corps members posted to Niger State, citing ongoing renovation work at the state’s orientation camp. The development was disclosed in an official notice shared by the scheme, which informed affected prospective corps members…
FIFA to Pay Somali Referee Omar Artan Full World Cup Salary Despite US Visa Denial
FIFA has reportedly confirmed that Somali referee Omar Artan will receive his full World Cup remuneration despite being unable to officiate at the tournament after being denied entry into the United States. The decision comes as a significant gesture of support for the highly respected match official, whose dream of participating in football’s biggest event…
Femi Falana Warns Governments Against Negotiating With Terrorists, Cites 20-Year Jail Term Under Nigerian Law
Prominent human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has cautioned federal and state governments against engaging in negotiations with terrorists and bandits, arguing that such actions violate Nigeria’s anti-terrorism laws and could carry severe legal consequences. Falana made the remarks while delivering the keynote address at the Second Annual General Meeting of…
Nigerian Diplomat Ahunna Eziakonwa Appointed UN Secretary-General’s Special Adviser on Africa
The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, has appointed Nigerian development expert and diplomat Ahunna Eziakonwa as his new Special Adviser on Africa, marking another significant milestone for Nigeria’s representation within the global organization. The announcement was made on Friday by the United Nations, which confirmed that Eziakonwa will succeed Cristina Duarte of Cabo Verde in…
