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United Bank for Africa Plc has officially announced that Mr. Tony O. Elumelu, Chairman of UBA Group, will retire from the bank’s Board of Directors on August 21, 2026, following the completion of the 12-year term limit prescribed for Non-Executive Directors of the Bank by the Central Bank of Nigeria. The bank in its statement noted that at a meeting …

Senate ad hoc committee presents report alleging $303 billion in unaccounted crude oil sales in Nigeria. The Senate on Tuesday agreed to meet President Bola Tinubu for an in-depth discussion on the never-ending terrorism, insurgency, kidnappings and banditry across the country. The resolution came as lawmakers observed that the countermeasures taken by the government to address the prevailing challenges did …

By Ayo Kehinde Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL), the publisher of “Daily Mail,” “The Mail on Sunday” and MailOnline, has defeated Prince in a privacy lawsuit. In a written ruling issued on Tuesday 7 July, the UK High Court rejected all claims brought by Harry and six other high-profile figures, including Elton John, Elizabeth Hurley, Sadie Frost, Doreen Lawrence, David Furnish …

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has urged Nigerians, especially students to take an active role in protecting telecommunications infrastructure across the country, describing the facilities as critical national assets that support education, innovation, economic growth and digital connectivity. The Commission made the call during a courtesy visit and introduction by the newly elected leadership of the National Association of Nigerian …

The President’s Chief of Staff, Olufemi Gbajabiamila, has threatened to sue the controversial Director-General of the President’s Economic Advisory Council/Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), Adeyemi Adeniyi. The president’s men gave Adeyemi a 72-hour ultimatum to withdraw charges linking him to the activities of the fictitious institution or face civil and criminal proceedings. Gbajabiamila, through his lawyer, Pinheiro LP, also …

Nigerian Afrobeat artist Ceezay Yung has released his latest single, Spark, an uplifting anthem that combines infectious beats with a powerful message of resilience, ambition and self-belief. Released via eLXR Music, Spark is more than just a feel-good record. Behind its energetic production and catchy melodies lies an inspiring reminder to stay focused, overcome life’s challenges and never lose sight …

A prosecution witness in the trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Godwin Emefiele, has told the FCT High Court in Maitama that he was given an oral waiver to process the disputed transactions outside normal banking procedures. The witness, Richard Agulu, a former staff member of Zenith Bank, made the statement on Tuesday during cross-examination by Emefiele’s lawyer, …

There was a heated debate on Tuesday in the Senate when Senators Abdul Ningi and Adams Oshiomhole called for tough action against South Africa over xenophobic attacks in the country that have had a negative impact on many Nigerians. Following initial contributions from senators on the issue, the debate became more heated when Senator Ningi proposed that President Bola Tinubu …

Nollywood actor Ricardo Agbor says he and his wife had to wait 18 years after their wedding before they were blessed with children, who turned out to be twins. The actor shared his experiences in an interview with AfricanAList published on Sunday, where he spoke about his marriage, his faith and the challenges he faced before having children. Agbor said …

The sixth edition of the Run Club Abuja (RCA) charity half marathon will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2026, with organizers aiming to reduce infant mortality through the provision of life-saving neonatal equipment to two public hospitals in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Organizers said proceeds from the annual charity run will be used to procure critical neonatal medical …