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In a scathing critique that has sent shockwaves through both Nigerian and international circles, UK Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has accused the Nigeria Police Force of betraying its mandate by robbing the very citizens it is tasked with protecting.The bold statement, shared by Badenoch during an interview with a prominent UK journalist, was reportedContinueContinue reading ““Kemi Badenoch Blasts Nigeria Police: ‘They Rob Those They Should Protect’””

In a decisive move to restore financial discipline and curb the illegal circulation of the redesigned naira notes, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has imposed a staggering fine of N150 million on commercial banks found culpable of releasing the new currency notes to unauthorized hawkers.The development was announced on the official X (formerly Twitter)ContinueContinue reading “CBN Strikes Hard: Banks Fined N150 Million for Illegally Releasing New Naira Notes to Hawkers”

Renowned human rights activist and former senator, Shehu Sani, has once again showcased his unwavering commitment to humanitarian causes. In a poignant visit that underscores his advocacy for the underprivileged, Sani recently stopped by an orphanage in Abuja, a sanctuary for children abandoned in the harshest circumstances—rubbish bins and public parks.Taking to his official XContinueContinue reading ““Shehu Sani’s Heartfelt Visit to Abuja Orphanage: A Tale of Hope Amid Tragedy””

In a dramatic turn of events, Simon Ekpa, a prominent leader of Nigeria’s outlawed secessionist movement, is reportedly being held at the high-security Kylmäkoski Prison in Finland—reputed as one of the world’s most secure correctional facilities. The revelation came via the official X handle of Zagazola Makama, a renowned security analyst and counterinsurgency expert, sendingContinueContinue reading “Simon Ekpa: The IPOB Leader Facing a Tough Christmas Behind Finnish Bars”

In a sharp rebuttal to remarks made by Nigeria’s Vice-President Kashim Shettima, UK Conservative Party leader and Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Kemi Badenoch, has distanced herself from any perceived association with Northern Nigeria or the extremist group Boko Haram. Badenoch took to her official X (formerly Twitter) handle to respond to Shettima’sContinueContinue reading “Kemi Badenoch Dismisses VP Shettima’s Allegations, Denies Any Ties to Northern Nigeria’s ‘Boko Haram’ Perception”

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has officially reiterated the validity of the old series of the N1000, N500, and N200 denominations as legal tender across the country. In a public announcement via its verified handle on X (formerly Twitter), the apex bank sought to clarify any lingering doubts regarding the currency’s acceptability.The press releaseContinueContinue reading “CBN Affirms Legal Tender Status of Old Naira Notes: N1000, N500, and N200 Series Remain Valid”

In a bold stride toward addressing Nigeria’s agricultural and rural development challenges, the World Bank is set to approve a fresh $500 million loan for the country. The announcement, made via Nigerian Stories on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, has ignited conversations about the loan’s potential impact on Nigeria’s economy and the sustainability ofContinueContinue reading ““World Bank Poised to Approve $500 Million Loan for Nigeria’s Rural Transformation””

In a dramatic turn of events, the Nigerian Senate has issued an arrest warrant for the Managing Director of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, one of the nation’s most prominent construction firms, over an abandoned road project.The announcement, which was made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, highlights growing tensions between theContinueContinue reading ““Nigerian Senate Issues Arrest Warrant for Julius Berger MD Over Abandoned Road Project””

In a major crackdown on international financial crime, operatives of Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have apprehended a suspected online fraudster, Osang Usie Otukpa, accused of defrauding 139 Australians of AUD 8,000,000 (Eight Million Australian Dollars). The arrest underscores the EFCC’s commitment to dismantling sophisticated cybercrime networks with global footprints.Otukpa was intercepted byContinueContinue reading “EFCC Arrests Fraudster Who Scammed 139 Australians of AUD 8 Million in Cryptocurrency Scheme”

In a dramatic twist of events, an Abuja court has granted former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello a ₦500 million bail. The announcement, made on the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, has sparked widespread reactions across political and legal circles.The court ruling comes after intense deliberations over the allegations against Bello, which have dominatedContinueContinue reading “Abuja Court Grants Yahaya Bello ₦500 Million Bail Amid Legal Drama”