The streets of Bethlehem lit up on December 6 as the city’s iconic Christmas tree in Manger Square was illuminated for the first time since the outbreak of the Gaza war, signaling a cautious return of festive celebrations after two years of silence. For 2023 and 2024, Bethlehem cancelled all public Christmas activities, leaving the…
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced a sweeping Nationwide directive requiring all Point-of-Sale (PoS) operators to be formally registered, warning that unregistered outlets will be shut down beginning January 1, 2026. The Commission described the growing number of unregistered PoS terminals as a “reckless practice” that violates the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA)…
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has activated a Special Enforcement Team to implement the Federal Government’s Nationwide ban on Police Escorts for Very Important Persons (VIPs), a move aimed at reinforcing frontline policing and enhancing community security. The Force’s Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed that the operation commenced on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in…
Laws aimed at curbing Gender-Based Violence (GBV) remain largely unimplemented, justice remains inaccessible, and shelters for survivors are virtually non-existent, according to leading advocates and experts. The situation persists even during National awareness campaigns, underscoring a critical gap between policy and practice. Speaking on the matter, Gender Rights Activist Shonibare stressed the urgent need for…
A Customary Court in Akwa Ibom State has delivered a landmark judgment affirming the cultural and religious rights of the revered Ekpo masquerade institution, while awarding damages against the state Government for the unlawful arrest and detention of a traditional worshipper, Mr. Mfoniso Effiong. Effiong was arrested earlier during an Ekpo procession after State authorities…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a major red alert following the discovery of increasing volumes of smuggled and prohibited food items circulating across Nigerian markets, warning that the development poses serious risks to public health and violates National import laws. The Agency raised the alarm in a…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has disqualified former National Secretary of the Party, Senator Iyiola Omisore, along with six other aspirants, from participating in the Osun State Governorship Primary scheduled for December 13, citing irregularities in their nomination submissions. The development was confirmed in a report by the APC Screening Committee, which was obtained by…
In a major security operation, the Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested a Medical Doctor allegedly supplying drugs to armed kidnapping gangs in Kwara State. The arrest, which took place in Jebba, Moro Local Government Area, is part of intensified efforts to dismantle criminal networks fueling violent crimes in the North-Central region. The Kwara…
More than 10,000 Nigerians have reported cases of gender-based violence (GBV) in just the first nine months of 2025, according to figures released by the Federal Government. Among these victims, 2,444 survivors received care in recovery centres, while 511 were empowered with livelihood support, yet many continue to face trauma, stigma, and uncertainty about their…
In a decisive move to bolster the State’s Fiscal and Developmental Agenda, the Ogun State House of Assembly has approved a ₦300 billion funding request to support the 2026 Annual Budget, the 2026–2028 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF), as well as key long-term infrastructure projects and pension obligations. The approval followed a detailed presentation by…
