Court jails two Italians over $1.3bn Nigerian oil field scam
In a significant legal development, an Italian court has sentenced Milan prosecutors Fabio De Pasquale and Sergio Spadaro to eight months in prison for failing to submit crucial documents that…
Vodafone partners Google to boost AI phones, services across Africa, Europe
Vodafone Group Plc has entered into a 10-year partnership with Alphabet Inc.'s Google to provide advanced cloud services, generative artificial intelligence tools, and enhanced cybersecurity features to customers across Africa…
NCC to sanction Starlink for unauthorized price hike
The Nigerian Communications Commission has announced it will impose sanctions on Elon Musk’s internet company, Starlink, for raising its subscription prices in Nigeria without regulatory approval. This decision follows a…
Service disruptions loom as Nigerian banks upgrade systems
Nigerian bank customers are expected to experience increased service disruptions in the coming weeks and months as financial institutions implement system upgrades aimed at improving operational efficiency and enhancing customer…
FG to cut post-harvest losses by 25%
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has pledged to reduce post-harvest losses in the agricultural sector by 25% as part of its broader strategy to enhance food security…
US Judge orders Google to permit rival apps on play store
In a significant ruling on Monday, a U.S. District Judge ordered Alphabet's Google to overhaul its mobile app operations, enhancing options for Android users to download apps and make in-app…
Naira-for-crude: FG panel suggests six-month supply for Dangote refinery
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited will supply crude oil in naira to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery for an initial six-month period, pending further review by the Technical Sub-Committee on…
FG orders Discos to replace faulty equipment in seven days
The Federal Government has directed electricity distribution companies to replace weak distribution networks within their franchise areas within seven days. This order was issued through the Nigerian Electricity Management Services…
ICYMI: FG launches CNG e-portal for youths
The Federal Ministry of Youth Development has launched a Compressed Natural Gas e-portal aimed at youths in the commercial transport sector interested in operating CNG-powered tricycles nationwide. This initiative is…
Nigeria, Brazil plan direct flights to promote trade, tourism
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has begun discussions with the Brazilian Ambassador to Nigeria, Carlos Garcete, to activate the Bilateral Air Service Agreement between the two…
SEC vows to combat crypto fraud
The Securities and Exchange Commission has pledged to tackle fraud, money laundering, and market manipulation within Nigeria’s rapidly evolving cryptocurrency sector. This commitment was made by SEC Director General, Emomotimi…
“Deadpool & Wolverine” surpasses N700m at Nigerian Box Office
The Hollywood blockbuster "Deadpool & Wolverine" has reached a significant milestone in Nigeria, crossing the N700 million mark after over two months in cinemas. With a total gross of N700,213,987…
