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August 3, 2026

Lack of integrity cited as one of Nigeria’s ‘greatest developmental challenges’

According to Mr Eichie, Nigeria continues to face developmental challenges that undermine national progress.

Nigeria Governors’ Forum
August 3, 2026

Kano board shuts herbal medicine firm for immoral advertisements

The Kano State Censorship Board has shut down Kausar Unique Empire, aka ‘Back to Back’, over alleged indecent advertisements on social media.

Herbal medicines
August 3, 2026

NAICOM confirms 43 insurers, reinsurers meet NIIRA 2025 capital requirements

The National Insurance Commission has confirmed that 43 insurance and reinsurance companies have complied with the new minimum capital requirements.

Zenith General Insurance Company Ltd., Leadway Assurance Company Ltd., Custodian Life Assurance Ltd., Custodian and Allied Insurance Plc, NEM Insurance Plc, AIICO Insurance Plc, CHI Life Assurance Ltd., Heirs General Insurance Ltd., FIN Insurance Company Ltd., Cornerstone Insurance Plc and Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc.
August 3, 2026

Five important ways to live long happily in Nigeria

With the combined diabolical forces of hunger, kidnappers, bandits, terrorists, corrupt politicians and poor health systems, the chance of living long in Nigeria seems reduced.

Crowds at Lagos bus stop
August 2, 2026

African varsity inducts pioneer PhD students in leadership, public policy

Mr Onwualu also encouraged the students to take full advantage of the faculty.

African varsity inducts pioneer PhD students
August 2, 2026

FG pushes unified surveillance system to bolster homeland security

The presidential aide stressed that his office was established to complement existing security structures rather than duplicate or replace ongoing operations.

Troops and masked bandits
August 2, 2026

Vaccine network hails Gavi’s $500 million support for Nigeria’s immunisation drive

Ms Offor noted that achieving universal immunisation required more than vaccines and health facilities.

Gavi and children in communities undergoing vaccination
August 2, 2026

LPDC fixes September 30 to rule on petition against SAN, two others

In the petition before the LPDC, the respondents were accused of professional misconduct, criminal misrepresentation, forgery and perjury.

Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee
August 2, 2026

Energy professionals demand probe of NNPC, NUPRC over transparency concerns

Oil and Gas Professionals Forum (OGPF) urged the federal government to probe the leadership and operations of the NNPC and NUPRC over growing transparency concerns in the sector.

NNPC and NUPRC
August 2, 2026

NDLEA intercepts China, Italy-bound cocaine in Lagos

Mr Babafemi said the drugs were concealed in a local mortar and the false bottom of a backpack packaged for shipment.

NDLEA