Customs Slaps Banks with Penalty for Late Revenue Remittance
The Nigeria Customs Service warns designated banks over delayed remittance of collected revenue. Defaulters face a penalty interest of 3% above NIBOR. Details inside.
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EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Faces Crucial Vote
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal, 20 years in the making, faces a crunch vote. While promising a massive free-trade zone, it sparks fierce protests from European farmers fearing cheap imports. Read the full details.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Hits French, Italian Roadblock
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal faces a major setback as Italy and France demand more safeguards for farmers, casting doubt on a signing ceremony planned for this weekend in Brazil.
Nigeria Wins $285m Award Against TotalEnergies
A tribunal orders TotalEnergies to pay $285.2m to NNPC, closing a decade-long oil dispute. This landmark ruling redefines corporate accountability and contract enforcement in Nigeria's energy sector. Read the full analysis.
DR Congo Peace Deal Signed, Implementation in Doubt
A new peace deal for DR Congo was signed in Washington, but intense fighting continues in the east. Can this agreement, focused on minerals and a ceasefire, bring lasting peace?
ASUU Accepts FG's 40% Salary Deal for Lecturers
Nigerian university lecturers are set for their most significant salary boost in over a decade as ASUU finalises a deal with the Federal Government. See the new salary structure and details of the agreement here.
Lady Regrets Renovating Shop After Landlady Rents It Out
A Nigerian lady is devastated after using her own money to renovate an uncompleted building into a shop, only for the landlady to rent it to another tenant. Read the full story and public reactions.
Hashim's 2021 Defence Proposal Resurfaces Amid Crisis
Nigerians demand government adopt Olawepo-Hashim's 2021 defence cooperation strategy as US warns of worsening insecurity. Join the #HashimSecurityVision conversation.
US-Nigeria Security Agreement to Fight Terrorism
Nigeria and United States establish security cooperation framework with intelligence sharing and defense equipment to combat terrorist groups. Joint Working Group to coordinate efforts.
COP30 Delivers Climate Finance Boost, Skips Fossil Fuel Plan
COP30 concludes with $1.3 trillion annual climate finance target by 2035 but fails to adopt fossil fuel transition roadmap. Key outcomes include adaptation funding tripling and just transition mechanism.
COP30: $1.3 Trillion Climate Finance Deal Reached
COP30 concludes with historic $1.3 trillion annual climate finance commitment by 2035, but fails to deliver fossil fuels transition roadmap. Key outcomes for Nigeria analyzed.
COP30 Climate Deal Reactions: Global Response
Global leaders react to COP30 climate agreement in Brazil. Mixed responses emerge as deal faces praise and criticism. Key outcomes and future implications analyzed.
COP30 Climate Summit Results: What Nations Agreed
COP30 climate summit in Belem concluded with agreements on fossil fuels, adaptation finance, and methane emissions. Learn about the global climate progress made.
Belarus pardons 31 Ukrainians in diplomatic pact
Belarus has pardoned 31 Ukrainian citizens as part of diplomatic agreement between Lukashenko and Trump. Read details of this significant political development.
Post Malone Settles Custody Battle with Ex-Fiancée
Post Malone and his ex-fiancée, Jamie Park, have officially ended their custody dispute over their daughter. Get the full story on their private settlement.
ASUU rejects FG's proposed salary increment
ASUU's Benin Zone rejects Federal Government's proposed salary increase, calling it insufficient to reverse brain drain in Nigerian universities. Read the full details.
COP30: Urgent Call to Accelerate Paris Agreement
At COP30 in Brazil, UN and global leaders issue a stark warning: the Paris Agreement is lagging behind the climate crisis. They demand immediate, tangible action for a faster energy transition.
Pope Decries Lack of Political Will on Climate Change
Pope Leo XIV urges concrete climate action, defends the Paris Agreement, and criticizes leaders' inaction at the COP30 summit in Brazil. Read his powerful message.
Ukraine signs deal for 100 French Rafale fighter jets
Ukraine signs historic agreement with France for 100 Rafale warplanes to strengthen air defence against Russian attacks. Zelenskiy calls it 'greatest air defence in the world'.
Swiss economy contracts 0.5% from US tariffs
Switzerland's economy contracted by 0.5% in Q3 2025 due to high US tariffs, but recent deal lowers rates to 15% and brings $200 billion investment. Read the full analysis.
Nigerian Doctors' Strike: 17 Days, 91 Hospitals Affected
Nigerian resident doctors continue strike for 17 days, demanding Collective Bargaining Agreement and salary review. 91 hospitals affected nationwide. Read latest updates.
ASUU: Tinubu Govt Destroying Nigeria's Future
ASUU's Nsukka Zone accuses Tinubu administration of deliberately jeopardizing Nigeria's future through delayed 2009 agreement renegotiation. Lecturers reject salary offer, warn of impending crisis.
ASUU Threatens Full Strike Over Unresolved Demands
ASUU warns of imminent nationwide strike as Federal Government fails to address 2009 agreement renegotiation. Universities face shutdown unless demands are met within 8 days.
US-Switzerland Tariff Deal: Rates Slashed to 15%
The United States and Switzerland have finalized a trade pact, significantly reducing tariffs from 39% to 15%. Get the full details on this major economic development.
Global CO2 Emissions to Reach New Record in 2025
New research reveals fossil fuel emissions will hit record levels in 2025, making 1.5°C warming limit 'impossible'. Learn what this means for climate action.
COP 30: Nigeria's Climate Moment of Truth
As COP 30 approaches, Nigeria faces a critical turning point in the global climate crisis. Discover why this summit represents our last best chance for meaningful climate action and what it means for Africa's future.
Making the Fragile Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Work
Expert analysis on transforming the temporary Israel-Hamas ceasefire into sustainable peace through humanitarian corridors, political dialogue, and international cooperation.
Sudan Generals Agree to Trump-Mediated Ceasefire
After years of devastating conflict that claimed thousands of lives, Sudan's rival military factions have reached a groundbreaking ceasefire agreement with former US President Donald Trump's mediation. The three-month truce marks a significant breakthroug
Beyond ASUU Strikes: New Path for Nigerian Universities
Discover how Nigeria's Federal Government and Academic Staff Union of Universities are developing permanent solutions to end recurring strikes and transform higher education.
South Africa Eyes Major EU Trade Deal Under Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa is negotiating a strategic tariff agreement with the European Union to strengthen South Africa's economic position and create new opportunities for local businesses.
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