Nigeria July 25, 2025

The National Assembly held a special session to honor the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, with speakers praising his respect for the legislature and infrastructure development during his time in office. A minute of silence was observed, and the government's declaration of a state funeral and half-mast flags were acknowledged.

The former Governor of Kano State, Rochas Okorocha, nominated Professor Yilwatta from Plateau State as the new chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) during the party's National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting. Okorocha emphasized the need for unity and discipline within the party while advocating for Yilwatta's appointment.

Two men in Kano were found guilty of impersonating Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) operatives using fake identity cards to deceive potential victims. They were charged and convicted for defrauding individuals under the pretense of being genuine EFCC investigators.

Eight individuals were sentenced in Kaduna for various cybercrime and bank fraud offenses. Charges involved aiding in money laundering and retaining proceeds of criminal activities, leading to significant jail time for the convicted.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and former Adamawa Governor Murtala Nyako until October 16th to either settle an alleged N29 billion fraud case out of court or proceed with a full trial.

The naira strengthened in the parallel market, closing the week at N1,520 to the US dollar, surpassing the official CBN rate. The currency's performance remained consistent throughout the week despite fluctuations in the official market.

Guinness Nigeria achieved a remarkable financial turnaround in their fiscal year, reporting a profit of ₦16.2 billion, a significant improvement from previous years. They attribute this success to strategic execution, strong brand performance, and cost management.

Nigeria's new tax law imposes a 5% surcharge on locally produced petroleum products to generate revenue. This tax becomes effective at the point of supply, sale, or payment and is intended to support the nation's economic diversification and energy security efforts.

The Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) gas pipeline project is slated for mechanical completion in November after multiple delays. This infrastructure aims to expand gas infrastructure across Nigeria to support economic diversification and reduce reliance on oil, bolstering energy security and accessibility.

Nigeria's Minister of Health, Muhammad Ali Pate, announced the completion of over 500 health projects and the inauguration of three world-class cancer centers within two years of President Tinubu's administration. The government is committed to improving healthcare infrastructure and reducing the need for medical tourism.

Federal Government inaugurated three new world-class oncology centers in Katsina, Enugu, and Edo states to enhance cancer care accessibility. The government aims to invest more in healthcare infrastructure and reduce the need for medical tourism.

Ending medical tourism and investing that $7 billion annually in domestic healthcare infrastructure is imperative if Nigeria is to reclaim its health sovereignty and provide adequate care for its people.End Medical Tourism : Nigeria $7 Billion Healthcare Drain File copy of a healthcare professional checking a patient’s blood pressure during a routine medical examination.But medical tourism is a costly distraction that is crippling Nigeria’s healthcare system.

“In the effort of the government to ensure security of lives and properties, the governor considered it necessary to rejig the security architecture of the state by establishing additional informal security outfits that will have community participation to complement the effort of the formal security agencies in the state hence the establishment of Amotekun, Agro-Marshal and Anti-Grazing Corps in Ekiti State.Ekiti recruits 400 new Amotekun , agro - marshall corps to strengthen security Ekiti State Government has recruited an additional 404 personnel into the Ekiti State Security Network Agency, (also known as Amotekun), the Agro-Marshal and Anti-grazing corps as part of its efforts to strengthen the state’s security architecture especially at the grassroots.Mr Ogundana, a retired brigadier general, who represented the governor at the event, described the recruitment of the new security operatives as a sustained investment in the state’s security architecture, which underscores the administration’s commitment to safety of lives and property of its residents.

Nigeria : ASUU Kicks Against Renaming Unimaid After Buhari , Mulls Lawsuit The University of Maiduguri chapter of Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has warned the federal government of the potential consequences of President Bola Tinubu's renaming the institution after Late former President Muhammadu Buhari.The ASUU Chairman while noting that every federal university in the country was established by an Act of National Assembly, said the name of the University of Maiduguri was enshrined in an enabling law, stressing that renaming it requires legislative amendment.The key provisions of the Act requires the consultation of the Governing Council of the University, the Senate, the Union, other stakeholders, and of course, the President or the Minister of Education cannot change the name of the University without due process," said Dr Mshelia.

A new policy document on Non-State Schools launched by the Federal Ministry of Education last week has pegged the entry age for pupils seeking admission into Junior Secondary Schools after completing six years of primary education at 12.They shall be admitted into Junior Secondary School (JSS1) when they have completed six (6) years of primary education, at around the age of twelve (12) years.The Nigeria Education Digest 2022, published by the ministry, indicated that “Non-state schools outnumber state schools in at least 26 states of the federation at the Junior Secondary level, whereas at the primary level, state schools outnumber non-state schools in 19 states of the federation.

The University of Lagos has announced that Post-UTME registration for the 2025/2026 academic year will begin on July 28, emphasizing the importance of participation for admission and maintaining its strict anti-drug policy.

At least 14 people were killed in a bandit ambush near Chirang village in Plateau State, part of a series of violent attacks in the region, according to local reports.

President Bola Tinubu's administration is investing heavily in infrastructure, with over 440 ongoing road projects, aiming to stimulate economic growth across Nigeria.

Nigerian artist Olivea Lawson is attempting a Guinness World Record with a 150-hour paint-a-thon, showcasing Nigerian culture and attracting global attention.

The FBI has arrested a Nigerian fraudster in Australia, wanted for orchestrating a large-scale fraud scheme involving stolen mortgage information and international money transfers.

Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang is urged to prioritize ending violence by adopting strategies like local security funding and addressing the root causes of attacks in the region.