Editorial Team

ICPC backs sale of crime-linked assets, says measure will deter offenders

ICPC backs sale of crime-linked assets, says measure will deter offenders

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has endorsed the public disposal of assets recovered from criminal activities, describing the practice as a powerful strategy for discouraging crime and ensuring that illicit gains are returned for public benefit. The position was made known on Monday in Abuja by the Acting Director of…

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CBN Launches Overnight Financing Rate To Boost Market Integrity

CBN Launches Overnight Financing Rate To Boost Market Integrity

[mc4wp_form id=33047] Nigeria’s financial market recorded a major milestone on Monday as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) formally launched the Nigeria Overnight Financing Rate (NOFR), a new benchmark designed to strengthen market integrity and deepen financial system efficiency. The initiative, unveiled by CBN Governor Mr. Olayemi Cardoso in Abuja, was described as a “fundamental…

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Transfer: Galatasaray eye Tresoldi as Osimhen’s replacement

Transfer: Galatasaray eye Tresoldi as Osimhen’s replacement

Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray have expressed interest in Nicolo Tresoldi, a dual-national centre-forward from Club Brugge, with the Belgian club reportedly seeking 40 million euros. Reports from Türkiye, including Alanya Postası, indicate that the Yellow-Reds are exploring the option of acquiring the highly-rated striker, who has garnered attention from several prominent European clubs. In…

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Kwara ADC condemns deregistration verdict, alleges plot to cripple opposition ahead of 2027

Kwara ADC condemns deregistration verdict, alleges plot to cripple opposition ahead of 2027

The Kwara State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly rejected the Federal High Court judgment ordering its deregistration alongside four other political parties, describing the ruling as a threat to democratic plurality and an attempt to weaken opposition voices ahead of the 2027 general elections. Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High…

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