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Tinubu Commends Lagos For High-Quality Projects As Sanwo-Olu Unveils Key Infrastructure

NewsDeskNgApr 10, 2026April 10, 20260

Tinubu says Lagos sets benchmark in infrastructure delivery as Sanwo-Olu commissions bridge and administrative complexes to ease traffic, improve services. President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday spoke proudly of his vision for the sustained development of Lagos, a state he governed for eight years, 1999-2007, during which he laid the foundation...

Breaking: Supreme Court Upholds Nestoil, Neconde Appeal On Counsel Disqualification

NewsDeskNgApr 10, 2026April 10, 20260

Nestoil, Neconde secure Supreme Court victory on counsel appointment and conflict of interest issue. The Supreme Court of Nigeria has upheld the appeal filed by Nestoil and Neconde against a Court of Appeal decision that disqualified their legal representatives, Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN) and Muiz Banire (SAN). In its ruling,...

Chelsea Keep Enzo Fernández Suspended Despite Apology Ahead Of Man City Clash

NewsDeskNgApr 10, 2026April 10, 20260

Despite apologies from Enzo Fernández and his agent, Chelsea uphold suspension ahead of Manchester City clash. Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has confirmed that Enzo Fernández will remain suspended for this weekend’s Premier League clash against Manchester City, despite the midfielder and his agent issuing apologies following recent tensions at the...

INEC Postpones Nationwide Voter Revalidation Exercise Until After 2027 Elections

NewsDeskNgApr 10, 2026April 10, 20260

INEC postpones planned nationwide voter revalidation exercise until after 2027 general elections, citing need to maintain credible voter register. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the postponement of its planned nationwide voter revalidation exercise until after the 2027 general elections. The decision was disclosed in a statement released...

Centre defends due process in appointment of IST Chairman Aminu Junaidu

NewsDeskNgApr 10, 2026April 10, 20260

…says reforms boosting investor confidence in capital market The Centre for Social Justice, Equity and Transparency (CSJET) has defended the appointment of Barrister Aminu Junaidu as Chairman of the Investment and Securities Tribunal (IST), insisting that due process was followed and rejecting claims that the appointment violated the Investment and...

Belemaoil Group Leader Felicitates With Dangote on Birthday

NewsDeskNgApr 10, 2026April 10, 20260

The President of Belemaoil Group, Tein Jack-Rich, has extended warm birthday wishes to Alhaji Aliko Dangote, one of Africa’s most respected business leaders. In a statement, Jack-Rich described knowing Dangote as a “major motivation” and an “exceptional milestone”. He prayed for greater honour, sound health, and exceptional fulfilment in the...

FG Urges UN To Drive Inclusive Hydrogen Economy, Warns Against Global Inequality

NewsDeskNgApr 10, 2026April 10, 20260

Nigeria calls for fair hydrogen transition, urging UN to ensure inclusive growth, equitable investment and shared benefits in emerging global energy system. Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, has urged the United Nations to foster an inclusive and equitable hydrogen economy, adding that no region should be...

Jonathan Questions Democracy’s Economic Impact In Africa, Cites China, UAE Growth

NewsDeskNgApr 10, 2026April 10, 20260

Former president Goodluck Jonathan queries why democracy fails to deliver growth in Africa, citing economic success in non-democratic nations and urging reforms. Former President Goodluck Jonathan has queried why democracy in Africa does not guarantee economic gains, saying even in countries like the United Arab Emirates and China, there have...

Nigerian Government, Ohanaeze Ban ‘Eze Ndigbo’ Titles Abroad Over Diplomatic Fallout

NewsDeskNgApr 10, 2026April 10, 20260

FG and Ohanaeze outlaw diaspora ‘Eze Ndigbo’ titles after incidents in South Africa and Ghana spark tensions and diplomatic concerns. Federal government has moved to curb the controversial installation of “Eze Ndigbo” in foreign countries, backing a sweeping decision by Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide and South East traditional rulers to abolish...

NAMA Warns Nigeria Risks Airspace Safety Breach Over Obsolete TRACON Equipment

NewsDeskNgApr 10, 2026April 10, 20260

NAMA says ageing TRACON system threatens airspace surveillance, warns Nigeria may fall short of ICAO safety standards without urgent upgrades. The Managing Director of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) Farouk Ahmed Umar has warned the country is at the risk of losing its airspace surveillance service due to the...