Police Raid Criminal Networks in Delta, Arrests Made
Delta State Police crack down on organised crime, arresting multiple suspects and recovering illegal weapons in Ughelli, Oghara, Sapele, and Asaba. Read the full details of the operation.
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Lagos Tenancy Bill 2025: Offences & Penalties Detailed
The proposed Lagos State 2025 Tenancy Bill introduces strict penalties, including fines up to N1,000,000 and imprisonment, to curb exploitative housing practices. Learn the key offences for landlords, agents, and tenants.
Lagos 2026 Budget Scales Second Reading in Assembly
Lagos State's 2026 Appropriation Bill, tagged 'Budget of Shared Prosperity', passes second reading. Lawmakers debate priorities from security to education as bill heads for committee review. Read the details.
Kaduna Governor Presents N985.9bn 2026 Budget
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani presents a N985.9 billion 2026 budget, focusing on infrastructure, education, and grassroots development. Read details of the plan and its allocations.
RMRDC 30% Value-Addition Law to Attract Investors
Minister Udeh says the RMRDC 30% Value-Addition Bill will boost Nigeria's economy, attract investors, and create jobs by mandating local processing of raw materials. Read more.
FG Bans Raw Mineral Exports, Mandates Local Processing
The Federal Government will stop the export of unprocessed minerals. A new bill requiring 30% local processing awaits President Tinubu's assent to boost jobs and the economy.
First Lady Tinubu Supports Women's Reserved Seats Bill
Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu endorses Reserved Seats for Women's Bill to boost female political representation from 3.8%. Advocacy lead hails historic move toward inclusive democracy.
Overweight Passengers Should Pay for Two Seats - Lady
A Nigerian woman's viral post argues overweight passengers should pay for two seats. The controversial opinion sparks nationwide debate about airline policies and body shaming.
Senate rejects ethnic reconciliation commission bill
Nigerian Senate rejects bill for National Ethnic and Reconciliation Commission, citing redundancy, naming conflicts, and financial burden. Read the full details.
Bauchi Governor Presents N878bn 2026 Budget
Governor Bala Mohammed presents a N878 billion 2026 budget to the Bauchi State Assembly, focusing on economic and social sectors. The budget sees a 41% increase from 2025.
Ryan Garcia Slams Burna Boy Over Fan Treatment
Boxer Ryan Garcia weighs in on Burna Boy's concert controversies, warning that disrespecting fans leads to empty arenas. Read the full story and fan reactions.
Youths Urge FG to Create Special Court for Bandits
CONYSSA urges President Tinubu to establish a special court for bandits and kidnappers to fast-track trials and curb Nigeria's insecurity, following recent mass abductions.
Nigeria Senate Seeks Death Penalty for Kidnappers
Nigerian Senate recommends death sentence for kidnappers without fine option. Security committees to probe military withdrawal in Kebbi school attack and General Uba's death.
House of Reps Emergency Session on Insecurity
Nigerian lawmakers convene special plenary addressing escalating security crisis, mass abductions, and new anti-ransom legislation. Comprehensive security assessment underway.
36% of Married Nigerian Women Face Domestic Violence
Alarming data reveals 36% of married women in Nigeria survive intimate partner violence. Stakeholders demand passage of the Reserved Seats Bill to empower women in policymaking and combat GBV.
Fan sleeps at Burna Boy concert amid empty seats
Video from Burna Boy's Toyota Center show in Houston reveals sparse attendance and sleeping fan. Fans react as Afrobeat star faces backlash over recent fan incidents. Read more.
Zamfara FRSC impounds 146 vehicles, arrests 22 drivers
FRSC in Zamfara impounds 146 overloaded vehicles and arrests 22 drivers for bribery attempts in a major crackdown. Sector Commander warns motorists to comply with traffic laws for safety.
Digital Rights Bill: Stakeholders Focus on Minors' Protection
Stakeholders emphasize minors' protection and national security balance in Nigeria's Digital Rights Bill discourse at Lagos retreat. Learn how this legislation will shape Nigeria's digital future.
Police smash robbery, kidnapping syndicate in Delta
Delta State Police arrest notorious armed robbery syndicate terrorizing Asaba-Benin corridor. Three suspects captured with firearms, stolen items recovered. Read full details.
National Assembly Advances Sickle Cell Disease Bill
Senator Sunday Marshall Katung sponsors crucial bill to address Nigeria's sickle cell crisis. The legislation aims to establish treatment centers and promote local drug production to save lives.
Digital Rights Bill: Stakeholders Focus on Minors' Safety
Stakeholders in Lagos discuss Nigeria's Digital Rights and Freedom Bill, emphasizing minors' protection and balancing national security with human rights in digital spaces.
Women's Reserved Seats Bill HB1349 Gets Support
Gender advocates intensify calls for Nigeria's Reserved Seats for Women Bill (HB1349) to combat GBV and ensure equal representation in governance. Join the movement for change.
Advokc Foundation Slams Nigeria's 10th Senate
Advokc Foundation warns Nigeria's 10th Senate risks legacy of scandals and stalled reforms. Critical bills remain in limbo as controversies mount. Read full analysis.
US Lawmaker Slams Tinubu Over Nigeria Insecurity
US Congressman Bill Huizenga criticizes President Tinubu's administration for failing to address worsening insecurity in Nigeria during House subcommittee hearing.
Lagos Assembly Passes University of Medicine Bill
Lagos State Assembly passes the University of Medicine and Health Sciences Bill to strengthen healthcare and tackle medical staff shortages. Lawmakers also address insecurity.
NASS Intensifies Bill to Combat Energy Theft in Nigeria
The National Assembly is strengthening a bill with stricter penalties to tackle energy theft and help DisCos recover huge government debts, boosting Nigeria's power sector. Read more.
Lagos Passes University of Medicine Bill into Law
Lagos State Assembly approves University of Medicine and Health Sciences bill to address medical professional shortage and boost healthcare research in Nigeria.
Larry Summers Leaves Harvard Amid Epstein Probe
Former Harvard President Larry Summers exits teaching role as Harvard investigates Epstein ties. Federal government prepares major Epstein files release. Full story inside.
Trump Signs Epstein Files Release Bill
President Trump signs legislation requiring DOJ to release all Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents within 30 days. Victims' families call it monumental for justice.
Top DisCos Collect ₦565bn in Electricity Bills
NERC report reveals Eko, Ikeja, and Abuja DisCos recorded highest bill collection rates in Q2 2025. Customers paid ₦565 billion amid metering challenges.
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