Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

As the 2025 Yuletide draws near, President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has reaffirmed his company’s readiness to deliver 50 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), daily — a supply volume he insists will finally bring an end to Nigeria’s decades-long fuel scarcity crises. The pledge, which aligns with the ongoing output from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, comes at a time when the refinery says it is supplying between 40–50 million litres of petrol daily, with expectations to scale further to keep fuel stations wet throughout the festive season and into 2026. “Fuel Queues Are History” — Dangote…

The stage is officially set for the biggest FIFA World Cup in history. The full group-stage draw for the 2026 tournament has been confirmed, unveiling all 12 groups that will shape the opening chapter of this expanded 48-team competition. Hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the upcoming World Cup promises unprecedented drama, fresh rivalries, and new opportunities for emerging football nations. With the groups now finalised and the path to the knockout rounds taking shape, fans around the world can finally begin charting their teams’ journeys toward global glory. Draw Day: What Happened The group-stage draw for the…

In a blockbuster move that will reshape the entertainment industry, Netflix has announced it will acquire Warner Bros. — the storied film and television studio arm of Warner Bros. Discovery — in a transaction valued at roughly $82.7 billion. Deal Overview: What’s Changing Netflix will acquire Warner Bros.’ film and TV studios, along with streaming assets such as HBO Max and HBO. The deal is structured as a cash-and-stock transaction: shareholders of Warner Bros. Discovery will receive US$23.25 in cash plus US$4.50 in Netflix stock per share. The price represents US$27.75 per share, giving an equity value of about US$72.0…

Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to global peace, stability, and economic collaboration as he received Letters of Credence from 17 new ambassadors and four high commissioners at the State House in Abuja. Addressing the envoys during the ceremony at the Council Chamber, President Tinubu said Nigeria remains dedicated to strengthening international partnerships and confronting emerging global challenges through cooperation. “On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, I warmly welcome you… Your accreditation today reaffirms the depth of our bilateral ties and our shared commitment to expand cooperation and partnership in areas…

In one of its strongest regulatory moves aimed at safeguarding consumers from the surge in electronic fraud, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has directed banks and other financial institutions to reimburse victims of Authorised Push Payment (APP), fraud within 48 hours of concluding investigations. The directive, issued through a circular addressed to all banks, other financial institutions, public interest groups and the general public, places strict obligations on financial institutions regarding the investigation, resolution and reimbursement of APP-fraud-related losses. The circular, titled “Draft Guidelines for Handling Authorised Push Payment Fraud,”was signed by Rita I. Sike, Director of the Financial…

Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd), has reaffirmed that the country is safe and secure, assuring citizens that they will begin to witness tangible improvements in national security in the near future. He gave the assurance on Thursday in Abuja while addressing journalists shortly after taking the oath of office as Minister of Defence. General Musa, a former Chief of Defence Staff, emphasized that strengthening coordination among the armed forces and various security agencies will be central to his mission at the ministry. He stressed that security is a collective responsibility and urged Nigerians to remain vigilant…

Popular Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has prayed for divine wrath against all those responsible for the worsening insecurity and bloodshed across Nigeria. The cleric issued the prayer on Thursday in a Facebook post, invoking God’s immediate punishment on individuals or groups benefitting from the nation’s tragedy. Gumi, who has long been vocal about Nigeria’s security challenges, wrote: “My prayer today: Ya Allah! Whoever initiated or is behind this insecurity and bloodbath in Nigeria, whether foreign or citizen, or has any benefit, material or otherwise, or is even happy that people are being killed, or willingly did nothing to stop…

As our nation battles unrelenting waves of terrorism, banditry, and kidnappings, a fresh political storm has erupted over the Nigeria’s defence leadership. Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, a former governorship candidate in Zamfara State and a long-time advocate for security sector reforms, has issued an emphatic call for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately sack the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, and scrap the office altogether. Shinkafi’s statement comes at a decisive moment, following the resignation of former Defence Minister, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar and the appointment of retired General Christopher Musa as the new substantive Minister of Defence — a…

The United States has formally assumed the presidency of the Group of 20 (G20) on December 1, launching a year-long leadership role that the White House says will emphasize economic growth, regulatory reform, and innovation. The announcement, made as the U.S. begins preparing to host next year’s G20 Leaders’ Summit in Miami, marks the start of a presidency U.S. officials say will “return the G20 to its core mission of driving economic growth and prosperity.” President Donald Trump, will oversee the agenda for the 2026 summit cycle. According to the administration, the U.S. will center its G20 priorities on three…

In a bold and controversial move, the administration of President Donald Trump has implemented new visa restrictions aimed at individuals and governments involved in the funding or support of atrocities against Christians in Nigeria. This decision, spearheaded by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, has raised global attention due to the highly sensitive and volatile nature of religious violence in the region. The restrictions, announced on Wednesday via a post on Rubio’s official X account, focus on individuals and groups linked to the violence, particularly those who are alleged to be involved in the ongoing persecution of Nigerian Christians. The…

The Nigerian Senate has officially confirmed retired Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, as the Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence. The confirmation followed an intensive screening during Wednesday’s plenary session, where lawmakers questioned him extensively on national security, defence reforms, and military professionalism. The screening, conducted publicly, lasted over an hour as senators sought clarity on his strategic approach to tackling Nigeria’s multifaceted security challenges. Swift Nomination by President Tinubu General Musa’s nomination came barely a day prior, on Tuesday, when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu forwarded his name to the Senate for confirmation. The nomination letter was read…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has announced major adjustments to its cash-handling regulations, abolishing the ceiling on cash deposits and significantly raising the weekly withdrawal limit across all platforms to ₦500,000, up from the previous ₦100,000. The policy shift was communicated through a circular titled “Revised Cash-Related Policies”, endorsed by Dr. Rita Sike, Director of the Financial Policy & Regulation Department. According to the apex bank, the overhaul aligns with ongoing efforts to curb the rising cost of managing physical cash, tackle security risks, and reduce money-laundering vulnerabilities in Nigeria’s largely cash-driven economy. While earlier directives sought to nudge…