Reps move to stop Army policy retiring SSCC, DSSC officers early
The House of Representatives has moved to stop the Nigerian Army’s policy of automatically merging years spent in service as soldiers with years served as commissioned officers, warning that the practice is forcing experienced personnel out of service prematurely and creating avoidable manpower shortages.
I’m grateful to Tinubu, others for this opportunity, says Lagos APC deputy gov candidate
The deputy governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in Lagos State, Damilola James, has expressed gratitude to God, President Bola Tinubu, party leaders and supporters following her nomination.
FIFA Boss Infantino Faces Questions On Eve Of World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is set to face the media on the eve of the World Cup on Wednesday, as off-field distractions dogged the build-up to the tournament.
Bills To Increase Number Of Federal High Court, Court Of Appeal Judges Scale Second Reading
The Senate has passed for second reading two bills seeking to expand the number of judges in the nation’s superior courts as part of efforts to decongest the judiciary and accelerate the dispensation of justice across the country.
Atletico Reject Real Madrid’s €150m Bid For Alvarez
Real Madrid said on Tuesday that Atletico Madrid had rejected the club’s offer of 150 million euros ($173 million) for Argentine forward Julian Alvarez.
Senate Advances Crypto Regulation Bill To Protect Investors, Strengthen Digital Economy
The Senate has passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers Regulation Bill, 2026 for second reading as part of efforts to establish a legal and regulatory framework for cryptocurrency and digital asset operations in Nigeria.
Trump Gets Cold Hometown Welcome At NBA Finals In New York
US President Donald Trump was booed during the NBA Finals matchup at Madison Square Garden on Monday, as his attendance prompted ultra-tight security at the storied New York venue.
Shettima Credits EFCC For Boosting Investor Confidence, Commissions Ekiti Zonal Office
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday credited the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) with playing a pivotal role in Nigeria’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list, saying the agency’s anti-corruption and anti-money laundering efforts have strengthened investor confidence and improved the country’s investment outlook.
INEC Meets With Parties, Defends Decision To Appeal Court Ruling On Primary Deadlines
The chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), along with national commissioners, is meeting with chairmen and secretaries of political parties, ahead of the forthcoming Ekiti governorship election
Insecurity: Reps Summon Service Chiefs, Finance Minister, Others
The House of Representatives has passed a resolution to summon the Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, service chiefs, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, and the Director-General of the State Security Service (DSS), Adeola Ajayi, to appear before it to outline details of funds released to the security agencies in the last six months.