The Nigeria Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has raised concerns about the nation's annual expenditure of $480 million on importing three tonnes of rice, describing the situation as unacceptable. This disclosure was made by NEPC Executive Director and CEO, Nonye Ayeni, during a one-day technical support workshop for rice farmers and…

The House of Representatives has progressed a bill to its second reading, aimed at addressing the environmental and economic challenges posed by gas flaring in Nigeria. Sponsored by Hon. Babajimi Benson (APC, Lagos), the bill seeks to prohibit the flaring and venting of natural gas except in regulated emergencies or…

France is grappling with a political crisis as far-left and far-right parties have submitted no-confidence motions against Prime Minister Michel Barnier, threatening the stability of his already fragile government. The looming parliamentary vote, set for Wednesday, could bring about the first government collapse through a no-confidence vote since 1962. The…

On Monday evening, a dramatic turn of events unfolded in Iheakpu Ulo, Udenu Local Government Area of Enugu State, as two kidnappers narrowly escaped mob justice following an accident that disrupted their criminal operation. The incident, which occurred around 4 p.m. near Obollo International Hotel, involved a Sienna bus carrying…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has achieved the final forfeiture of a vast estate in Abuja, marking a significant milestone in its anti-corruption efforts. Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court granted the order after the EFCC filed a case seeking the forfeiture. According…