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The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has issued a strict directive prohibiting the arbitrary arrest, detention, and phone searches of youths by police officers nationwide. He warned that officers found guilty, along with their supervisors, would face severe disciplinary action. The directive, communicated via a wireless message dated December 13, 2024, was sent to all…

Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has issued threats of retaliation following the arrest of his close associate, Bako Wurgi, by Nigerian Army troops. Wurgi, also known as Baka NaGarba, was a key figure in Turji’s criminal network, handling ransom negotiations and collecting payments from kidnappings. His capture has reportedly enraged Turji, who is now threatening…

Transcorp Hotels Plc has announced the appointment of Mrs. Uzo Oshogwe as the new Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (MD/CEO), effective January 1, 2025. Mrs. Oshogwe, who is currently the MD/CEO of Afriland Properties Ltd, brings over 30 years of experience to her new role at Transcorp Hotels. She succeeds Mrs. Dupe Olusola, who recently stepped…

The naira appreciated against the dollar in the official market, starting the week on a positive note. According to FMDQ data, the naira strengthened to ₦1,545.10 per dollar on Monday, improving from ₦1,549.50 recorded last Friday, marking a gain of ₦4.40. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reported an exchange rate of ₦1,533.56 per dollar…

This report is based on information gathered from black market FX operators. Specifically, the traders noted that they buy FX from customers at an average of N1675/$1 and sell for N1680/$1. However, they added that the rate could sometimes vary depending on the transaction, cash, or transfer form. that is to say, you will likely…

The 2024 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards took centre stage on Monday night, honouring the brightest stars and most exceptional talents in African football. This prestigious ceremony, hosted in the vibrant and culturally rich city of Marrakesh, Morocco, brought together football icons and enthusiasts from across the continent to celebrate outstanding achievements throughout the…

A 57-year-old man, Alhaji Mohammed Samaila, has been killed by suspected armed robbers in Gaina village, Misau Local Government Area of Bauchi State. According to an eyewitness, the assailants invaded the victim’s residence, stole an undisclosed sum of money, and fatally shot him before fleeing the scene. Confirming the incident, the Police Command spokesman, Ahmed…

The Nigerian Government has renamed the University of Abuja in honor of former military Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon. The institution will now be known as Yakubu Gowon University. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced the name change shortly after the final Federal Executive Council meeting for the year 2024, chaired…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is currently presiding over a Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Reliable sources indicate that today’s meeting may be the final session for the year, with discussions expected to include preparations for the presentation of the 2025 Appropriation Bill to the National…

The Supreme Court in Abuja on Monday imposed a fine of N5 million on Ambrose Albert Owuru, a former presidential candidate, for filing a frivolous and vexatious lawsuit against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Owuru, who ran in the 2019 presidential election under the Hope Democratic Party (HDP) against former President Muhammadu Buhari, was ordered to…

Nigeria’s headline inflation rate rose to 34.60% in November 2024, up from 33.88% in October, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The November figure represents a 0.72 percentage point increase from the previous month. On a year-on-year basis, the headline inflation rate was 6.40 percentage…

Deborah Paul Enenche, the talented gospel artist and daughter of the Senior pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Center, Dr. Paul Enenche, has welcomed her first child, a baby boy, with her husband, Sam Uloko. The joyous event took place on Sunday, December 15, 2024.   The couple, who tied the knot in December 2022 in a…

Former Kogi State Senator Dino Melaye has revealed the reason behind his absence at Shiloh 2024, the annual event organized by the Living Faith Church Worldwide. In a social media post, Melaye expressed displeasure over the absence of Bishop David Abioye, a key figure in the church, and criticized his retirement. Melaye questioned the church’s…

Joe Igbokwe, a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has raised concerns about the ongoing abuse and mutilation of the naira notes in Nigeria. On Sunday, Igbokwe informed the relevant authorities that Nigerians continue to throw naira notes on the ground and walk on them during social events such as parties, burials, and…

At least 20 people are feared dead after a boat capsized on the River Benue on Saturday, December 14. The incident occurred while the boat was ferrying passengers from Ocholonya in Agatu Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State to Odenyi in Nasarawa Toto LGA of Nasarawa State, following activities at the Ocholonya market. An…

Wolves are in advanced talks with Al-Shabab manager Vitor Pereira to take over as head coach following the sacking of Gary O’Neil last week. The club is eager to make a swift appointment, with the compensation fee of around £800,000 for the former Porto and Olympiakos boss not seen as an obstacle. While Pereira is…

Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has assured that the license granted to Bishop David Oyedepo’s Living Faith Church, commonly known as Winners’ Chapel, remains valid and will not be revoked. This statement follows an earlier call by the House of Representatives in October to revoke licenses issued to the church and…

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the NewsNGR News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Monday, 16th December 2024 Nigeria has made a payment of ₦85 billion (about $54 million) to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) as its community levy from January 2023 through July 2024. This payment, confirmed […]…

Barcelona suffered an unexpected home defeat to Leganes, reducing their lead at the top of La Liga. Hansi Flick’s team now sits just above Atletico Madrid on goal difference, with only a one-point lead over third-placed Real Madrid. Leganes, who climb to 15th in the table, took the lead in the fourth minute when Sergio…

This report is based on information gathered from black market FX operators. Specifically, the traders noted that they buy FX from customers at an average of N1670/$1 and sell for N1680/$1. However, they added that the rate could sometimes vary depending on the transaction, cash, or transfer form. that is to say, you will likely…