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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) appears to have finally overcome the exit of the Alliance of Sahel States-Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Republic, as foreign affairs ministers from countries in the regional body met in Abuja on Thursday to fill vacancies left by citizens of the bloc’s vanished countries. ECOWAS meets to fill staff vacancies of departing …

Justice Maryann Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT High Court, Maitama) on Thursday adjourned the trial of former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, and two others over alleged N110 billion fraud to November 12. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) charged Bello along with Umar Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu with 16 counts of fraud. At the resumed …

Police on Thursday charged three men at the Ikeja Magistrates Court in Lagos for alleged possession of a substance thought to be derived from Indian hemp. The defendants, Biola Adeseun (45), Idowu Shonekan (30), and Hassan Rasheed (50), were charged with four counts of conspiracy, unlawful possession, pollution, and conduct likely to cause breach of peace. Prosecutor, Josephine Ikhayere, told …

When the Prophet (saw) guided the one seeking salvation to control his tongue, this was an indication of the grave dangers of the tongue, particularly when it is given free rein. Getting used to insulting and swearing is one of the greatest dangers of the language. Many people think about it too lightly and therefore curse their children, transportation, those …

Post views: 44 By Silvernews Metro Desk The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested twelve suspected armed robbers in connection with the brutal robbery and killing of Arise News staff, Mrs. Somtochukwu Christella Maduagwu, and a security guard, Mr. Barnabas Danlami, at Unique Apartment, Gishiri Village, Katampe District, Abuja. The tragic accident occurred on September 29, 2025, …

Nigeria’s currency, the naira, appreciated against the American dollar at the official window on Thursday. Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) foreign exchange data showed that the naira closed at N1,466.65/$1, compared with N1,470.62/$1 traded on Wednesday. This represents an appreciation of N3.97 for the local currency against the American greenback. The Naira closed flat against the dollar and traded at …

Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Thursday praised his American counterpart, Donald Trump, for his role in brokering a deal between his country and the Palestinian militant group Hamas to end the war in Gaza. Herzog said in X that Trump deserved the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts. “There is no doubt that he deserves the Nobel Peace Prize for …

The University of Ibadan (UI) has been ranked as the best university in Nigeria in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, reclaiming a position it last held in 2023. The ranking, released on Thursday, October 9, 2025, placed IU in the 801-1,000 range globally, ahead of other leading Nigerian institutions. The University of Lagos (UNILAG), Bayero University, …

…Aso Rock weighs loyalty, competence in the final decision Daud Olatunji Intense lobbying among political heavyweights has gripped Aso Rock as President Bola Tinubu finalizes the appointment of a new chairman for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Barring last minute adjustments, the President is expected to present his preferred candidate, Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, to the National Council of …

Popular Nigerian stand-up comedian and actor Julius D’Genius Agwu mourns the loss of his beloved mother, Mrs. Victoria Agwu, who died earlier this week. The entertainer confirmed the heartbreaking news in an emotional post shared on his official X page on Thursday, where he paid tribute to his life, love and sacrifice. Julius Agwu expressed his deep sorrow over the …