CBN warns against rejecting standard N100 notes
The Central Bank of Nigeria warns the public and businesses against rejecting the standard ₦100 banknote, reaffirming it remains legal tender alongside the commemorative version.
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Dele Momodu: Economy So Bad I Fear Opening Phone Messages
Veteran journalist Dele Momodu says Nigeria's economy is so dire that he dreads opening phone messages due to constant pleas for financial help.
CBN Warns Against Rejection of N100 Note, Says It Remains Legal Tender
The Central Bank of Nigeria warns that the N100 note remains legal tender and rejects any refusal to accept it. The CBN urges the public to report non-compliance.
Lawyer: Steps to Recover Money Sent to Wrong Account
A Nigerian lawyer explains the legal process to recover money mistakenly transferred to a wrong bank account, emphasizing court orders and bank cooperation.
Ondo Student Celebration Sparks Call for Youth Guidance
A viral video of Ondo students celebrating exams with inappropriate behavior prompts a deeper reflection on parenting, school discipline, and societal values.
FG Dismisses ₦8 Trillion Shadow Budget Allegations
The Federal Government has refuted allegations of spending over ₦8 trillion outside the approved budget, insisting it operates within constitutional and legal frameworks.
PFIPC Scandal: Fake Agency Got ₦1.3 Billion in Nigeria's Budget
The Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) operated from the Federal Secretariat in Abuja, received ₦1.3 billion in the 2026 budget, and was later disowned by the presidency.
NYSC Overhaul: Tinubu Approves Major Reforms After 53 Years
President Tinubu approves sweeping reforms for the NYSC, including civilian leadership, extended orientation, and skills-based corps streams, aiming to align the scheme with modern economic needs.
How Alex Otti Transformed Aba's Port Harcourt Road
After nearly 30 years of neglect, Governor Alex Otti rebuilt Port Harcourt Road in Aba, restoring commerce and dignity. The project was commissioned in 2025 by former Governor Dave Umahi.
Tinubu Orders Probe of Google, Facebook, X Over Practices
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the FCCPC to investigate global tech firms including Google, Facebook, and X over anti-competitive practices and exploitation of Nigerian news content.
FG Denies N8.8 Trillion Off-Budget Spending, IMF Report Misunderstood
The Federal Government rejects IMF allegations of N8.8 trillion off-budget spending, insisting all expenditures are legally authorised under the 1999 Constitution.
Primate Ayodele Releases 2026 Global Prophecies, Warns of US Attack
Primate Elijah Ayodele unveils the 32nd edition of his prophecy book, forecasting US political violence, climate disasters, and urging global prayers to avert calamities.
Afenifere Urges Revision of State Police Bill for Independence
Afenifere has called on the National Assembly to revise the state police bill to ensure it is independent of federal control, placing it on the concurrent list.
Islamic View on FIFA World Cup and Sports
A Friday sermon discusses the Islamic view on the FIFA World Cup, emphasizing that Muslims must prioritize worship over worldly distractions and avoid supporting systems promoting vice.
Akwa Ibom Gets 20 CNG Buses, Hides N42bn Cost
Akwa Ibom State has received 20 of 50 promised CNG buses 31 months after Governor Umo Eno's pledge, but has not disclosed contract sums, procurement records, or bidding details despite a N42.04 billion budget allocation.
Nigeria's Intelligence-Led Policing: Lessons for Digital Reforms
Nigeria's 2015 intelligence-led policing initiative showed early promise but faded due to weak institutional ownership and funding, reflecting broader challenges in sustaining digital public infrastructure.
INEC extends voter registration by two weeks to July 26
INEC extends nationwide Continuous Voter Registration by two weeks to July 26, 2026, and introduces a self-service online registration option for first-time voters starting July 8.
PEBEC Seeks Amendment to FRC Act to Curb Oversight
PEBEC has called for an amendment to the Financial Reporting Council Act, citing overly broad oversight powers over all registered companies in Nigeria.
FRSC Opens 2026 Recruitment Portal: How to Apply
The Federal Road Safety Corps has opened its 2026 recruitment portal. Applications are invited for officer, marshal inspectorate, and road marshal assistant positions. The process is free.
Group Hails Oborevwori's Development Strides, Urges Sustained Performance
A pro-good governance group commends Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for infrastructural development, economic transformation, and people-centred governance, urging sustained performance.
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FG Denies Approving Adire as New NYSC Uniform
The Federal Government has denied approving Adire to replace the NYSC khaki uniform. Minister Ayodele Olawande clarified his comments were misunderstood and no final decision has been made.
INEC to introduce downloadable PVCs for lost or defaced cards
INEC plans to introduce downloadable PVCs for voters with lost or defaced cards, starting with the Osun governorship election in August 2025, as part of electoral modernisation.
Lagos warns residents of more heavy rainfall, flash floods
Lagos State warns residents to prepare for more heavy rainfall and flash floods, urging relocation from flood-prone areas as authorities demolish illegal structures to mitigate flooding.
Akwa Ibom residents demand urgent action on failing infrastructure
Residents across four LGAs in Akwa Ibom demand urgent government action on failing infrastructure, poor healthcare, and youth unemployment at town hall meetings.
Adire Not Approved for NYSC Uniform, Minister Clarifies
Minister Ayodele Olawande clarifies that Adire is not approved as NYSC uniform, only cited as a proposal during reform consultations.
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NYSC Khaki Replaced with Adire Uniform: Key Changes
The Federal Government confirms replacing NYSC khaki with Adire fabric, new posting system based on qualifications, and civilian leadership while military stays.
Court Affirms Mark-Led ADC Leadership, Dismisses Abejide Suit
The Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed Leke Abejide's suit challenging the ADC leadership under David Mark, affirming the process as valid and awarding N2 million costs against Abejide.
NYSC Khaki Replaced with Adire Fabric as FG Unveils Reform
The Federal Government has approved replacing the NYSC khaki uniform with Adire fabric, aligning postings with academic backgrounds, and retaining military support in a major reform of the 53-year-old scheme.
RMAFC Submits Political Salaries Review to Tinubu
The RMAFC has submitted amended remuneration for retired permanent secretaries and political office holders to President Tinubu for approval, addressing nearly two decades of salary stagnation.
INEC: Era of ballot box snatching, result manipulation over
INEC declares that technological safeguards have ended ballot box snatching and manual result manipulation, urging voter education to combat apathy and disinformation before the 2027 general elections.
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