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Fugitive drug lord wanted in UK arrested by NDLEA after 15 years on the run

Our substantive drug case against Abba Kyari is on course - NDLEA

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Seplat Energy Audited results for the year ended 31 December 2025 Seplat Energy Plc, a leading Nigerian independent energy company listed on the Nigerian and the London Stock Exchanges, announces its audited results for the twelve months ended 31 December 2025. Operational highlights • Group production averaged 131,506 boepd up 148% from 2024

Integrity, Professionalism Defined DIG Mba's Unblemished 34-Year Service – CASA - FinancialEDGE

A civil society group, the Civic Alliance for Security Accountability (CASA), has described the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Frank Mba, as a disciplined and reform-minded officer who served Nigeria with integrity, professionalism and uncommon commitment to duty for 34 years.

IMO/GreenVoyage2050: NIMASA rallies stakeholders’ to develop National Action Plan - FinancialEDGE

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency NIMASA has pledged its commitment to provide the regulatory leadership, technical coordination, and stakeholder engagement required to successfully develop and implement a robust National Action Plan on maritime decarbonization in Nigeria. The Director General Dr. Dayo Mobereola who made this known during the National Stakeholders’ workshop on

ICPC Arraigns Ebonyi Accountant-General’s Office Staff Over Alleged N61m Money Laundering

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned one Obasi Nicholas Sunday before the Federal High Court sitting in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, over alleged of

ICPC Tracks N54.7m NPHCDA Borehole Projects in Ondo, Confirms Functionality

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), under its Constituency and Executive Projects Tracking Initiative (CEPTI), has successfully tracked and verified the exe

Lagos NIPR Congratulates Tunji Disu on Appointment as Acting Inspector General of Police

The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) Lagos State Chapter heartily congratulates Tunji Disu on his appointment as the Acting Inspector General of Police by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on 2

AFC Partners with Ecobank and Soto Gallery to Host Third Edition of +234 Art Fair in Lagos

 Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the leading infrastructure solutions provider in Africa, today announced its partnership with Ecobank Nigeria and Soto Gallery for the third consecutive year, to hos

MAGGI Elevates Ramadan Engagement with Tales of Ramadan Season 2 and Nationwide Community Impact

As Ramadan begins, MAGGI has unveiled a multi-layered national campaign anchored on culturally grounded storytelling, consumer value and community engagement. At the heart of the campaig

NIMASA and Nigerian Air Force Vow to Strengthen Collaboration

The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola is seeking enhanced cooperation between the Agency and the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) with the

NDLEA busts woman with drugs in fake pregnancy as Ivorian excretes 82 cocaine wraps at Kano airport

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have foiled bizarre plots by two drug traffickers to move consignments of cocaine and opioids hidden in their stomach and fake baby bump

Ondo State, ICPC Join Forces to Fortify Local Governance With Accountability Drive

In a significant move to strengthen grassroots administration, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), in partnership with the Ondo State Government recently co

Tinubu, Army Chief, Others Honour General Murtala Muhammed at 50th Anniversary Wreath-Laying

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation Senator George Akume; the Chief of Army Staff, Maj. General Waidi Shaibu represented by the Chief of Admin

CMAN Praises Tinubu’s Historic Oil Revenue Reform

The Capital Market Academics of Nigeria (CMAN) commends President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his bold and historic decision to restore 60% of the proceeds from profit oil and gas under Production Sharing C

Tinubu Orders Direct Payment of Oil, Gas Revenues to Federation Account

President Bola Tinubu has issued an executive order to safeguard and enhance oil and gas revenues for the Federation, curb wasteful spending, eliminate duplicative structures in this critical sector o

ICPC Arraigns Ministry of Works Director on Money Laundering Charges

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned a Director from the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing on charges of money laundering and corruption. Mr

ATCON Members Visit NCC

Photo Caption: L- R: Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner Technical Services, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC; Tony Emoekpere, President, Association of Telecom Companies of Nigeria, ATCON

African Leaders Renew Call for Strong Institutions at Murtala Muhammed 50th Memorial International Lecture

African leaders, statesmen and thought leaders have renewed calls for the deliberate building of strong institutions and effective systems capable of driving prosperity and self-determination across t

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Nigeria’s headline inflation moderated by 5bps to 15.10% year on year in January,  More notably, on a month-on-month basis, consumer prices contracted by 2.88%, a sharp reversal from the 0.54% i

AfriGO Cards Now Available for Request on PalmPay App

AfriGO cards are now available on PalmPay, enabling Nigerians to request the national domestic card directly through the PalmPay mobile app. This integration expands access to AfriGO by making the car

China-based businessman, 2 Angolans excrete 236 cocaine wraps at Kano, Abuja airports

A China-based Nigerian businessman, Ibeanu Vincent Chukwudulue and two Angolan citizens: Mbandu Martins Makiadi and Ngoma Wilson Fernando have excreted a total of 236 wraps of cocaine following their

Integrity Begins Within: ICPC Katsina Calls for Collective Vigilance in Anti-Graft War

In a renewed bid to foster public collaboration in the fight against corruption and related offences, the Katsina State Office of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commissio

NIMASA Reaffirms Commitment to Shipyard Development and Sustainable Maritime Growth

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency NIMASA has reiterated its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s shipbuilding and shipyard development as part of efforts to deepen the blue econo

Transparency Non-Negotiable for Nigeria’s Development, Says ICPC Chairman

Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has declared that transparent governance is the indispensable foundation for Nige

Nigerians Celebrate Matthew Tonlagha at 50 in Abuja

High-profile dignitaries and thousands of Nigerians on Sunday showered encomiums on Mr. Matthew Tonlagha as he marked his 50th birthday in Abuja. The colourful event also featured the public presentat

Foundation Backs Govt’s Education Development Drive  

In what many described as an inspiring and life-changing event, the Dr. Cairo Ojougboh Foundation has strengthened its focus on driving initiative that enhances government’s efforts for educational de

New Telegraph Award, Dinner Night: Ooni Is Royal Father Of The Day, Osoba Event Chair

The Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has accepted to be the Royal Father of the Day at the New Telegraph Awards Night/ Dinner holding at the Grand Ballroom of

Dangote Explores Investment Opportunities in Burundi, Meets with President

Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, paid a brief but strategically significant visit to Burundi, where he explored new investment opportunities and cemented plans to expand the Dangote Group’s presen

SEC urges civil servants to invest in Capital Market for wealth creation, retirement security

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has urged Nigerian civil servants to take advantage of opportunities in the capital market to build wealth, enhance financial security and actively partici

AGH, AMACOS 94/99 Alumni Partner to Boost Learning With Solar-Powered Library in Abeokuta North

A new chapter in community-driven education support was opened on Friday, February 6, 2026, in Abeokuta North Local Government Area with the inauguration and handover of a solar-powered Mini Community

NCC Committed to Regional Digital Integration – Maida - FinancialEDGE

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), in line with its commitment to collaboration and regional integration, has reaffirmed its dedication to strengthening partnerships among telecommunications regulators within the West African sub-region. The Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida re-affirmed the commitment when the Commission hosted a high-level delegation from the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA)

ICPC DD Inducted as FSI, Advocates Shared Ownership of the Anti-corruption Fight - FinancialEDGE

Mrs. Ese Miriam Okwong, a Deputy Director in the Planning, Research and Statistics Department of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), has been inducted as a Fellow of the Security Institute of Nigeria. The fellowship follows her successful completion of the Executive Intelligence Management Course (EIMC 18) at the National Institute

FG Praises NIMASA DG for Nigeria’s IMO Council Election Victory - FinancialEDGE

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, has commended the Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA Dr. Dayo Mobereola, for his outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s successful election into Category C of the Council of the International Maritime Organization

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Sustained Growth Trajectory: AIICO Insurance Revenues Climb 27% to ₦137.7bn; Premiums Written Reach ₦191.8bn. Lagos, 3 February 2026 – AIICO Insurance Plc (“AIICO”, or “the Group”) announced its unaudited results for the interim period ended 31 December 2025. Commenting on the results, Mr. Babatunde Fajemirokun, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer said, “Our performance

Open Alliance Condemns Nigerian Senate’s Decision to Halt Electronic Transmission of Results, Calls for Immediate Reversal - FinancialEDGE

Open Alliance strongly condemns the decision of the 10th Nigerian Senate to step down the use of electronic transmission of election results for the 2027 general elections and beyond. This decision represents a major setback for Nigeria’s democratic progress and undermines years of efforts to strengthen electoral transparency, credibility, and public trust. Electronic transmission of

Murtala Muhammed 50th Anniversary Policy Workshop – African Leaders Urged to Resist Foreign Dictatorship - FinancialEDGE

African leaders have been urged to protect their sovereign autonomy, with warnings that failure to do so could leave the continent perpetually dependent despite its vast natural endowments. This admonition was given yesterday at the strategic policy workshop held at the Nigeria Institute of International Affairs in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the assassination

2024/2025 Tracka Report: 2,760 Projects Tracked, 92 Fraudulent Projects Uncovered, Many Left Unfinished - FinancialEDGE

Tracka, BudgIT’s service delivery promotion platform, which allows citizens to collaborate, track, and give feedback on public projects in their communities, has released its 2024/2025 project tracking report, revealing that several government projects across Nigeria remain incomplete, abandoned, or untraceable despite significant budget allocations. In this reporting cycle, Tracka monitored 2,760 projects across 28 states,

ICPC Director Musa Ibrahim Alkali Earned Prestigious mni title, Calls for Strategic Reform in Constituency Project Funding - FinancialEDGE

Musa Ibrahim Alkali, Director of Administration and Human Resource at the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), has been conferred with the esteemed title of Member of the National Institute (mni) upon his graduation from the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, Plateau state. Alkali, who serves as the

Reputation Economy: How Nigerian Brands Won and Lost Public Trust in 2025 - FinancialEDGE

P+ Measurement Services Releases 2025 Industry Media Reputation Report P+ Measurement Services, Nigeria’s leading independent media intelligence consultancy, has released its 2025 Industry Media Reputation Report, revealing that corporate reputation has emerged as one of the most decisive assets for Nigerian companies, rivaling financial performance and market share in shaping public trust. The report analysed

Sharp Drop in Investment Income Drags Consolidated Hallmark’s Profit Down To 58.3% - FinancialEDGE

Consolidated Hallmark Holdings Plc recorded a profit before tax of N9.70 billion for the year ended 31 December 2025, representing a sharp 58.3% decline from N23.28 billion in 2024. In the fourth quarter alone, pre-tax profit stood at N3.9 billion, slightly up from N3.6 billion in Q4 2024, supported by a surge in insurance income.

ICPC Appoints Prof Sheriff Ghali Ibrahim As ACAN Provost - FinancialEDGE

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has appointed Professor Sheriff Ghali Ibrahim as the Provost of the Anti-Corruption Academy of Nigeria (ACAN). The appointment was announced on Monday, 26th January, 2026 during the 2026 Retreat of the Commission. His appointment follows the completion of the tenure of Professor Tunde Babawale, whom

ICPC Appoints Mrs Temilade Aderemi Okesanjo as Resident Consultant, Strategy and Communications - FinancialEDGE

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has appointed Mrs Temilade Aderemi Okesanjo as Resident Consultant (Strategy and Communications), in a move aimed at strengthening institutional alignment, organisational effectiveness, and public engagement across the Commission’s operations. This appointment marks the first time Strategy has been formally incorporated into a Resident Consultant portfolio

NDLEA intercepts Brazil returnee with cocaine concealed in private part, soles of footwear - FinancialEDGE

A Brazil based Nigerian businessman Uche Franklin Onyekwere has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the arrival hall of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Ikeja-Lagos for concealing parcels of cocaine in his private part and soles of his footwear. Onyekwere was arrested on Thursday 29th January 2026

LIRS Extends Deadline For Filing Of Annual Returns To February 7, 2026 - FinancialEDGE

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has extended the deadline for filing of employers’ annual tax returns by one week, from February 1 to February 7, 2026. In a statement issued on Friday, the Executive Chairman of LIRS, Dr. Ayodele Subair, explained that the statutory deadline for filing of employers’ annual tax returns

TONLAGHA AT 50: EMT Foundation Donates Coaster Bus to School - FinancialEDGE

As part of activities marking the 50th birthday celebration of the Chairman of Maton Engineering Nigeria Limited, Mr. Mathew Tonlagha, a bus has been donated to Ugborikoko Secondary School in Delta state. The donation was made by the Esther Matthew Tonlagha Foundation at the school premises, weekend. Speaking at the event, Dr. Esther Matthew Tonlagha,

ICPC Arraigns NIPC Deputy Director Over Alleged Forgery of Degree Certificate - FinancialEDGE

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned a Deputy Director of the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC), Mr. Yusuf Abubakar Mustapha, before the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, Maitama, Abuja, over alleged forgery and related offences. The defendant was arraigned on Tuesday before Honourable Justice S.U Bature, sitting at

ICPC, NBA Anti-Corruption Committee Sign MoU to Uphold Integrity and the Rule of Law - FinancialEDGE

In a significant move to bolster the anti-corruption landscape, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has formalised a strategic partnership with the Nigerian Bar Association Anti-Corruption Committee (NBA-ACC). A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today at the ICPC Headquarters in Abuja, marking a pivotal moment in the collaborative effort to

With Dangote Refinery, Nigeria is on the verge of becoming net exporter of fuel – Shettima - FinancialEDGE

Vice President Kashim Shettima has said Nigeria is on the threshold of becoming a net exporter of refined petroleum products, driven by the operational capacity of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, Africa’s largest single-train refinery located in Lagos. Shettima made the declaration on Thursday while speaking at the High-Level Accra Reset Initiative meeting held on the

ICPC Forges New Era of Accountability: 2026 Leadership Retreat Sets Blueprint for Enhanced Performance and Public Trust - FinancialEDGE

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has convened its pivotal 2026 Management and Board Retreat in Niger State. The two-day forum, focused on reinforcing institutional efficacy and strengthening public confidence in the nation’s anti-corruption fight, was formally opened by the ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN. Held at the Royal