An FCT High Court granted substituted service on FCT Minister Nyesom Wike in a ₦40bn defamation suit filed by Tonye Cole. Cole alleges that comments made during a TV appearance damaged his reputation.
The ruling allows the matter to proceed under court rules after the claimant’s ex parte application.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi said Nigeria recorded 860 terrorism-related convictions over seven years alongside a high number of acquittals, presenting the figures as evidence of due process.
The disclosure followed high-level engagements with US officials focused on security, democracy and human rights.
2025-12-10
The Nation
2025-12-10
The naira weakened further in the parallel market while holding a different rate at the official NFEM window, widening the spread between both markets. The movement reflects ongoing demand-supply tension in the FX ecosystem.
Analysts warn that persistent gaps can fuel speculative pricing and complicate planning for import-dependent sectors.
2025-12-10
Vanguard
2025-12-10
South-West security stakeholders endorsed state police and stronger penalties for kidnapping, alongside a regional enforcement push against open grazing. The communique emphasised coordinated crime prevention across the zone.
Participants advocated legislation to accelerate ranching, reinforce border security and deepen collaboration among state and community security structures.
2025-12-10
Vanguard
2025-12-10
The Federal Government said new tax reforms are designed to reduce burdens on workers and small businesses, blaming misinformation for public fears. Taiwo Oyedele, chair of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, highlighted exemptions and harmonisation measures.
He urged stronger public communication through the National Orientation Agency to prevent false narratives from derailing implementation.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
The EFCC detained former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami after he reportedly failed to meet bail conditions earlier granted to him. The commission said investigations into multiple allegations are ongoing.
Malami has previously rejected accusations against him, but the agency maintains he remains in custody until he fulfils the requirements for release.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
The Senate launched an investigation into the Safe School Initiative, citing renewed public anger over school attacks and abductions. The ad-hoc committee said it will scrutinise how funds and donor support have been utilised over the years.
Lawmakers want clearer accounting of security upgrades, early-warning systems and infrastructure interventions meant to protect learners nationwide.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
The Senate summoned Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo and industry stakeholders over sharp increases in domestic airfares ahead of the festive season. Lawmakers said soaring ticket prices are worsening the cost-of-living burden on travellers.
Committees were tasked to engage airlines and regulators and propose consumer-protection measures that balance affordability with operators’ rising costs.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
President Bola Tinubu approved the appointment of Air Vice Marshal Abubakar Idris Adamu (retd.) as Chairman of the Military Pensions Board, effective December 1, 2025. The government said the move aligns with efforts to improve transparency and efficiency in pension administration.
Officials expect the new leadership to strengthen veterans’ welfare and tighten accountability across the system.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10