Maritime importers and freight agents warn of potential shutdowns at Nigerian ports due to sharp increases in shipping charges approved by the Shippers' Council. Stakeholders cite cargo diversion and high costs.
West African ports impose heavy fines and repatriation costs on shipping companies for stowaways, with incidents costing up to $30,000 each. Nigeria's shipping association criticizes the policy as unfair.
Baseless prosecution of seafarers for drug offences is worsening the global crew shortage and undermining maritime trade. Stakeholders demand legal reforms and a shift in focus to ship owners.
A Nigerian woman raises alarm over vendors illegally charging 'VAT' on everyday purchases. She shares shocking examples and calls for government intervention. Read her full story.
Federal Government discontinues criminal defamation case against Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The withdrawal notice was filed in December 2025. Read the full details.
The Federal Government has withdrawn criminal defamation and cyberbullying charges against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The case stemmed from her assassination plot allegations against Akpabio and Yahaya Bello. Read the full details.
A Nigerian man's viral post shows how he avoided the new N50 electronic transfer levy by sending N9,999. His action has ignited a fierce online debate about the 2026 tax laws. Read more.
The US has indicted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores on terrorism and drug charges following a military strike. Attorney General Pamela Bondi confirms the charges. Read full details and public reactions here.
A Nigerian lawyer in Dublin shares receipts showing Access Bank charges for sending money home. She hopes new tax laws will bring development. See the breakdown and reactions.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the bail application of former AGF Abubakar Malami to January 7. He remains in Kuje Prison on EFCC money laundering charges. Read the latest.
Nigerian banks like Access, UBA, GTB enforce new CBN cash withdrawal limits from Jan 1, 2026. Weekly limits set at N500k for individuals, N5m for corporates, with fees for excess. Details inside.
NANTA urges the Federal Government to deconstruct 18 alleged airline taxes. Experts debate the true impact on ticket prices. Read for a breakdown of the aviation tax crisis.
A Nigerian man raises alarm after N50 was deducted for a N10,000 transfer, signaling the start of new 2026 tax laws. Get the full story and public reactions here.
OPay, PalmPay, Moniepoint, and major banks notify Nigerians of a key tax change. From January 1, 2026, senders will pay a ₦50 stamp duty on transfers of ₦10,000 and above. Learn the details and exemptions.
Nigerian banks have notified customers of a new N50 stamp duty on electronic transfers of N10,000 and above, effective January 1, 2026. The charge is payable by the sender. Learn the details and exemptions.
New England Patriots star Stefon Diggs faces felony strangulation charges. His lawyer denies allegations, calling them a financial dispute. Team stands by him. Full details inside.
From January 1, 2026, Nigerian banks will charge senders a N50 stamp duty on electronic transfers of N10,000 and above. Learn about the new levy and other CBN-approved charges.
Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami has been remanded in Kuje prison on money laundering charges. He will remain there until his bail hearing on January 2, 2026. Read the full details of the court's decision.
Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son deny EFCC's ₦9 billion money laundering charges. Court hears bail application as anti-graft agency pushes for accelerated trial. Full details inside.
Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami faces fresh money laundering charges in Abuja. A coalition demands justice, alleging his actions fueled terrorism. Full details inside.
Nigerians will pay a new N50 government levy on electronic transfers above N10,000 from January 1, 2026. Learn how it works and its impact on your finances.
A former Texas substitute teacher and her boyfriend are jailed on charges of aggravated assault of a child and possessing illegal material. Read the full story.
Air Peace CEO Allen Onyema warns that new tax provisions could push domestic flight fares beyond ₦1 million, threatening airline collapse. He calls for urgent government intervention.
A Florida man faces felony charges after allegedly breaking into two luxury homes in Golden Beach, stripping naked, and drinking alcohol. Read the bizarre details of the Christmas night arrest.
Nnamdi Kanu's lawyer calls for his immediate transfer from Sokoto following a U.S. airstrike targeting ISIS. Details on the life sentence and courtroom drama inside.
Nnamdi Kanu's lawyer calls for his immediate transfer from Sokoto following a US airstrike on ISIS camps, citing insecurity. This comes after Kanu's life sentence for terrorism.
The Federal Government has filed 16 charges against ex-Attorney General Abubakar Malami and his son for allegedly laundering over ₦1 billion. Get the full details on this major anti-corruption case.
Benin authorities jail 30 over failed coup. Nigerian and French forces helped crush the December 7 putsch against President Talon. Full details inside.
The EFCC has traced 41 properties valued at N212.9 billion to former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami. He faces money laundering charges. Read the full list and details.
Starting January 2026, Nigerians will pay higher charges for online transfers as the government reintroduces stamp duty. Find out how this policy shift will impact your wallet.