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The federal high court in Abuja on Tuesday adjourned the alleged terrorism trial of former attorney-general of the federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz, until March 10, 2026. The adjournment followed an application by Rotimi Oyedepo, Director of Public Prosecutions of the Federation, who requested additional time to enable …

The Nigerian police has reveal details of how Olukayode Olusanya, founder of Oak Homes Limited, allegedly defrauded a U.S.-based client, Anthony Ugbebor, an engineer. The police are prosecuting Olusanya and his firm before Justice Musa Kakaki of the Federal High Court in Lagos on a four-count charge involving an alleged …

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned two top officials of FSDH Merchant Bank Limited, Bakare Oladimeji Surajudeen and James Olukayode Imokwede, over the alleged theft of $306,667.81 and €50,250 through fraudulent SWIFT transfers. The duo were docked before Justice Ismaila Ijelu of the Lagos State High Court …

Workers of Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) staged a protest on Tuesday, locking the gate to the firm’s Broad Street office in Lagos. The action was organised by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN). Eyewitnesses reported that traffic in the area was …

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has renewed calls for an urgent expansion of Nigeria’s domestic refining capacity, warning that rising global geopolitical tensions could trigger fuel supply disruptions, higher pump prices and renewed pressure on the foreign exchange market. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja, PETROAN’s …

Zenith Bank Plc will commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day with a renewed call to purposeful action and leadership. As part of preparations to celebrate this significant occasion, the Bank is set to hold its annual International Women’s Day Seminar on Monday, March 9, 2026, at The Civic Centre, Victoria …

Institutional investors, corporate leaders and economic experts gained practical insights into portfolio positioning at the recently held Stanbic IBTC Economic Summit. Delivered virtually under the theme ‘From policy to pockets: How 2026 economic shifts will shape your financial decisions’, the summit explored how Nigeria’s shift from economic stabilisation to growth consolidation is redefining opportunities and risks for decision-makers. Discussions …

Algeria has formally expressed interest in hosting a future edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), marking a significant potential expansion of the African Union Commission-backed Pan-African music platform into North Africa. The development followed a meeting in Abidjan between Algeria’s Ambassador to Côte d’Ivoire, His Excellency Mohamed Abdelaziz …

Before sunrise at Ojo Bus Terminal in Ibadan, engines warm up and journeys begin. Commuters move quickly, drivers prepare for long hours on the road, and traders set the tone for the day ahead. It is within this rhythm of urgency and ambition that NESCAFÉ is deepening its everyday presence. …

The Nigerian private sector returned to growth in February, following a muted start to 2026. A renewed rise in new orders fed through to an accelerated increase in business activity. Employment, input buying and inventories were also up midway through the opening quarter of the year. Meanwhile, an improvement in …