Here are the top 10 stories making headlines across the country today.
1. CBN unveils new compliance dept to strengthen Nigeria’s financial sector
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is set to launch a new Compliance Department by the end of February in a bold move to restore transparency and resilience within Nigeria’s financial system.
2. Okonjo-Iweala to US, others: ‘Tit-for-tat tariffs’ will hurt world’s economy
The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, on Thursday called for restraint amidst the ongoing dispute between the United States and other nations over tariffs.
3. Wike a transactional politician whose ambition eclipses loyalty, collective interest – Gov Mohammed
The Bauchi State Governor, Bala Abdulkadir, on Thursday blasted the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, over his recent conduct in the country’s political space.
4. IPOB leader, Kanu insists on case transferred to South-East
Embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has insisted that his case should be taken away from Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja and transferred to the South-East.
5. Senate Committee rejects Investment Tribunal’s 2025 budget proposal
The Senate Committee on Capital Market on Thursday rejected the Investments and Securities Tribunal’s 2025 budget proposal due to errors in the figures and items presented.
6. Nigerian govt approves N4bn as conditional cash transfer for vulnerable households
The Federal Government has announced a fresh N4 billion intervention funds for conditional cash transfers to vulnerable households in the country.Read more
7. Nigerian govt sets 2027 target for transition of WASSCE, NECO, other examinations to CBT
The Federal Government has set a 2027 target for transitioning the country’s examination system fully to Computer-based Testing (CBT).
8. Court cautions IGP in N400m fraud charge against Andy Uba
Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Thursday, cautioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, in the charge filed against the former Senator representing Anambra South Senatorial District, Andy Uba, and two others over alleged N400 million fraud.
9. NAPTIP rescues 9 pregnant women in Abuja baby factory
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has rescued nine pregnant women from a baby factory in Abuja.
10. Europa: Dessers scores but Man Utd seal late victory over Rangers
Nigeria international, Cyriel Dessers scored a late equaliser for Rangers against Manchester United in the Europa League on Thursday night, but still lost.
