Nigerian News Digest - July 15, 2025

Nigerian headlines from July 15, 2025, highlight political developments, including election-related news, and economic reports. The country's transition of power is also touched upon.

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Politics & Governance

Tunde Bakare stated that President Buhari was unaware of Sunday Igboho's home invasion and criticized corruption within government agencies, citing examples like the Accountant-General of the Federation.

- punchng.com

John Kalu confirmed that President Buhari was not Jubril al-Sudani during a 2018 visit to Aso Rock, debunking the cloning rumors that had been circulating.

- premiumtimesng.com

Tiffany Meek, who reported her son missing, has been charged with his murder, shocking the community that had joined her in the search efforts.

- allafrica.com

Senegalese commentator's arrest has drawn criticism, with advocates arguing that press offenses should not be criminalized and warning against conflating media with political opposition.

- allafrica.com

Tiffany Nicole Meek has been charged with the murder of her 11-year-old son, while a cold front is expected to sweep across South Africa.

- allafrica.com

The court ruled that using the Advance Fee Fraud Act to recover lawful contract payments is unconstitutional and violates property rights under the Nigerian Constitution.

- tribuneonlineng.com

A magistrate court remanded a man in prison after closing hours, citing safety and security concerns until his arraignment at the High Court.

- dailypost.ng

The prosecution presented its case against alleged masterminds of the 2014 Nyanya bombing, with a witness detailing the arrest and custody of the six accused persons.

- allafrica.com

Judiciary & Law Enforcement

Dangote highlighted corruption in petrol consumption data, while marketers argued that daily figures fluctuate, ranging between 40 to 50 million liters.

- punchng.com

Namibia's Acting Police Minister plans to use an anti-corruption report to address police and intelligence failures, focusing on reform and professionalism.

- allafrica.com

The compulsory retirement of nine Imo State judges for age falsification highlights the need for stiffer penalties to address corruption in Nigeria's judiciary.

- punchng.com

Two DRC nationals pleaded guilty to smuggling skin bleaching creams into Zimbabwe and were fined due to their first-time offense status.

- allafrica.com

The Ebonyi Police Command reported arresting 939 suspects between January and June 2025, demonstrating their commitment to reducing crime in the state.

- punchng.com

Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of a Chinese national in Ogun State. The Inspector General of Police commended the Ogun State Police Command and the Force Technical Intelligence Unit for their swift action and support in the investigation.

- punchng.com

President Buhari praised Bola Tinubu's decision to remove petrol subsidies, stating that Tinubu demonstrated strength in taking such a measure.

- nigerianeye.com

Business & Economy

The Northern Region of Malawi has pledged its support for UTM Party President Dr. Mathews Mtumbuka, a regional leader, encouraged people to vote for Kabambe, highlighting his promises to implement strong economic policies.

- allafrica.com