EU to Launch Biometric Border Checks in 2025
Starting October 12, 2025, the European Union will begin phasing in its new Entry/Exit System (EES), mandating fingerprint and facial scans for non-EU travelers entering participating countries such as France, Spain, Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland. The system will be fully operational by April 10, 2026. Replacing traditional passport stamps, the EES will digitally track entries […]
Tinubu to Inaugurate $400m Otakikpo Oil Terminal in Rivers
President Bola Tinubu will inaugurate the $400 million Otakikpo Onshore Crude Oil Export Terminal in Rivers State on October 8—the first new crude export terminal built in Nigeria in over 50 years. Developed by Green Energy International Limited (GEIL), the facility is also Nigeria’s first wholly indigenous onshore terminal since Forcados was commissioned in 1971. […]
NBA to Defend Nigerians Harassed Over Tinted Glass Permits
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has pledged free legal support to Nigerians harassed by police over the enforcement of tinted glass permits, which it deems illegal. Through its Section on Public Interest and Development Law, the NBA criticized the permit policy as unconstitutional and revenue-driven, warning that police had no legal basis to impose fees […]
NAFDAC Destroys N15bn Fake Drugs in Ibadan
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed fake, expired, and substandard products valued at ₦15 billion in Ibadan, Oyo State. NAFDAC’s Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye—represented by Director of Investigation and Enforcement, Martins Iluyomade—stated the move aims to protect public health and prevent unsafe products from re-entering the market. Among […]
Zone 5 Police Enforce Ban on Sirens, Tinted Glass Violations
The Zone 5 Police Command has begun enforcing the ban on unauthorized use of sirens and vehicles with tinted glass in Edo and Delta States. The action aligns with directives from the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. Zonal spokesperson SP Tijani Momoh stated that the crackdown targets both factory and aftermarket tints, unregistered vehicles, illegal […]
Anambra Police Arrest Suspected Secessionist Informant
Anambra State Police have arrested 62-year-old Bernard Odinchefu, alleged informant of a secessionist group and leader of a major extortion ring in Ihiala LGA. Odinchefu reportedly collected illegal monthly levies from traders and burial fees from families in Isseke and Orsumoghu communities, remitting proceeds to a terrorist commander. Police operatives from the Rapid Response Squad […]
Adekunle Gold Honors Nigerian Heritage with New Album Fuji
Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has released his sixth studio album, Fuji, a tribute to the traditional Yoruba sound that helped shape modern Afro beats. Drawing from his roots and inspired by Fuji music’s rich cultural legacy, Gold blends indigenous percussion with modern R&B to create a vibrant, emotional body of work. Now based in the […]
ARISE News Anchor Killed in Abuja Home Robbery
Somtochukwu Maduagwu, a 29-year-old news anchor with ARISE Television, was tragically killed during an armed robbery at her home in Katampe, Abuja, in the early hours of yesterday. Fondly known as “Sommie,” Maduagwu was a respected journalist and trained lawyer, remembered for her vibrant presence on air and strong connection with viewers. ARISE News expressed […]
FG Calls for Unity as Nigeria Marks 65th Independence
The Federal Government has called for the collective participation of all Nigerians in nation-building. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the call while speaking at an inter-ministerial world press conference, as part of activities to mark Nigeria’s 65th independence anniversary. He called on Nigerians to show understanding and support the administration […]
Lawmaker Distributes Educational Materials to Students in Ifako-Ijaiye
BY: AYO AGBEOLUWAYE The lawmaker representing Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency I at the State House of Assembly, Hon. Adewale Temitope Adedeji, has distributed thousands of school materials to students of the local government as part of his ‘Back To School Support Initiative’. The event, which took place at Fagba Junior Grammar School, Ifako-Ijaiye, attracted hundreds of school […]
