Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

NCAA Calls For Investigation And Prosecution Of K1 De Ultimate Over Airport Incident. The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has formally petitioned the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, and the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, to investigate and prosecute veteran Fuji musician King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, following a disruptive incident at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The altercation, which occurred on Tuesday, 5 August 2025, aboard ValueJet flight VK201, has raised serious concerns about passenger conduct and aviation safety. According to the NCAA, K1 De Ultimate allegedly attempted to…

Umahi Reassures Nigerians On Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Amid Crack Concerns. Abuja, Nigeria – Senator David Umahi, the Minister of Works, has addressed public concerns over a reported crack on a section of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, assuring Nigerians that it does not indicate structural failure. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, 6 August 2025, Umahi clarified that the crack, which gained attention through viral social media images, appeared on the sand-filled shoulder of the highway, not the main carriageway, and is a minor issue that will be rectified swiftly. The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, a…

NCC Unveils New Corporate Governance Framework To Strengthen Nigeria’s Telecom Sector. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has introduced a robust set of corporate governance guidelines aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and resilience in the nation’s telecommunications industry. The 2025 Guidelines on Corporate Governance, launched on Wednesday in Lagos, mark a significant step towards ensuring long-term sustainability and boosting investor confidence in a sector critical to Nigeria’s digital economy. Dr Aminu Maida, Executive Vice-Chairman of the NCC, announced the new framework, emphasising that corporate governance is no longer optional but a strategic necessity. “This is about the sustainability of…

Insurance Stocks Surge 10% Following New Industry Recapitalisation Law. Insurance stocks on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) soared by 10% on Tuesday, just 24 hours after President Bola Tinubu signed the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025 into law. The legislation, aimed at revitalising the insurance sector, has sparked a wave of investor optimism, driving significant gains in share prices across the market. The NIIRA 2025 consolidates and replaces outdated insurance laws, establishing a modern legal framework to enhance transparency, innovation, and global competitiveness. The Act introduces stringent capital requirements, mandating life insurance firms to increase their capital…

Kano Governor Plunged Into Profound Grief Over Death Of Senior Reporter. The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has been cast into deep sorrow following the tragic passing of Sadiq Gentle, a respected Senior Special Reporter attached to the state’s Ministry. The Governor described receiving the news as a moment of “deep sadness and anguish,” paying tribute to Gentle’s steadfast dedication to public service. A poignant statement from the Governor expressed heartfelt condolences to the family of the late reporter, highlighting Gentle’s unwavering commitment to his responsibilities. He was lauded not only as a diligent journalist but…

Spanish Towns Ban Muslim Festivals In Public Spaces Amid Political Backing. Several towns in Spain have enacted new regulations prohibiting the celebration of Muslim festivals such as Eid in public spaces. The decision, which has drawn significant controversy, was passed by local governments led by the conservative People’s Party and supported by the far-right Vox party. Supporters of the measure argue it is aimed at preserving Spain’s Christian heritage. During the announcement, a spokesperson declared, “Spain is and will forever be the land of Christian people.” The statement has been widely criticised by human rights organisations and members of…

WAEC Temporarily Shuts Down Result Portal Amid Review Of 2025 WASSCE Results. The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced a temporary shutdown of its online result checker portal after discovering technical issues affecting the integrity of the recently released 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results. The glitches were identified during a post-release internal audit. Paper serialisation—an innovation introduced to curb examination malpractice—was deployed in Mathematics, English Language, Biology, and Economics. Although intended to enhance assessment integrity, the system inadvertently caused inconsistencies in the uploaded scores. WAEC has extended a formal apology to…

Telecom Investment In Nigeria Dips To $81 Million As Broadband Growth Slows. Investment in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector plummeted to $81 million in the first half of 2025, a sharp decline from previous years, as broadband penetration growth slowed, according to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The drop, reported in the NCC’s latest industry statistics, underscores challenges in achieving the National Broadband Plan (NBP) 2020-2025 target of 70% penetration by the end of the year. The NCC data revealed that broadband penetration reached 48.15% in April 2025, up marginally from 47.73% in March, but far below the ambitious 70%…

NDLEA And India’s NCB Unite To Combat Illicit Drug Shipments To Nigeria. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has forged a strengthened partnership with India’s Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) to tackle the illicit shipment of drugs, particularly opioids like tramadol and codeine-based syrup, from India to Nigeria. The agreement, reached during a virtual meeting on Wednesday, 6 August 2025, between NDLEA Chairman Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd) and NCB Director General Anurag Garg, marks a significant step in curbing the flow of dangerous substances threatening public health and security in both nations. Brigadier General Marwa highlighted…

NAFDAC Declares GMO Foods Safe, Advocates Mandatory Labelling. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has announced that genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food are safe for consumption, provided proper safety measures are followed. The statement, made by NAFDAC’s Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, during an appearance on *Sunrise Daily*, aims to address public concerns about the safety of GM foods while emphasising the importance of clear labelling. Prof. Adeyeye explained that GMOs, which involve altering the genetic material of plants or animals to enhance traits like yield or pest resistance, are not inherently harmful. “GMOs…

K1 De Ultimate’s Outburst On Flight Sparks Safety Crisis And Pilot Suspensions. Renowned Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde, widely known as K1 De Ultimate, has landed in hot water after his disruptive behaviour on a ValueJet flight sparked a serious aviation safety breach, resulting in the suspension of two pilots by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). The incident unfolded on 5 August at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. Sources report that a flight attendant confronted K1 De Ultimate after observing him drinking from a flask during the flight. Suspecting the contents might be alcohol—a substance strictly banned on…

NSCDC Seizes Truck Loaded With Vandalised Street Light Poles In Abuja. The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command has intercepted a truck carrying suspected vandalised street light poles in Abuja, thwarting an attempt to transport the stolen infrastructure to Kano. The operation, conducted by the Command’s Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI) Crack Team, took place during a routine patrol along the Jabi axis on Tuesday, 5 August 2025, highlighting the Corps’ commitment to protecting public assets. According to Monica Ojobi, Acting Public Relations Officer for the FCT Command, the truck was…