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Former President Muhammadu Buhari has showered encomiums on his successor, Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the occasion of his 73rd Birthday on Saturday, March 29. reaffirmed the deep bond between himself and President Bola Tinubu with a heartfelt phone call to mark the latter’s birthday. In a telephone conversation on Friday, Buhari joined Tinubu’s family and the nation in celebrating the President’s special day. He expressed his prayers and best wishes, asking for long life, good health, and a successful administration for Tinubu as he leads the country. “When we pray for our leaders, we are praying for ourselves and the…

Tinubu signs Invstments, Securities Act 2025 into law President Bola Tinubu has assented to the Investments and Securities Act (ISA) 2025, which repeals the Investments and Securities Act No. 29 of 2007. This landmark legislation strengthens the legal framework of the Nigerian capital market, enhances investor protection and introduces critical reforms to promote market integrity, transparency and sustainable growth. This is according to a statement issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Saturday. The enactment of the ISA 2024 reaffirms the authority of the SEC as the highest regulatory authority of the Nigerian Capital Market. The new Act…

Elon Musk has sold X (formerly Twitter) to his artificial intelligence company, xAI, in a deal that values the social media platform at $33 billion. He disclosed this in a post on X on Saturday. With the deal, Mr Musk has officially merged X, the platform he acquired in 2022, with his artificial intelligence company to form a single entity. The merger will allow xAI to use X’s real-time data to improve its AI models. X, in return, will benefit from more advanced AI features to enhance user experience. In his post, Mr Musk said, “This combination will unlock immense…

Nicknes Ayo, a 14-year-old Secondary School student, has committed suicide after her mother pressured her to name the man who impregnated her. According to Punch, the incident happened on Saturday at Egba in the Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State. A neighbour who identified herself as Mama Enyi told our correspondent on the phone that the girl who was schooling in Otukpo returned home on Thursday with signs of pregnancy. “Her mother, who noticed some signs of pregnancy, inquired from her if she was pregnant or not. It was after much pressure and a threat to be taken to…

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has launched an investigation into alleged data privacy violations by popular social media app TikTok and phone directory service Truecaller. The probe is aimed at determining whether the companies have complied with Nigeria’s data protection regulations. Vincent Olatunji, National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the NDPC, stated this at a Press Conference in Abuja. He said: “As we speak, we have even gone to the extent of investigating multinationals. We are currently investigating TikTok and Truecaller in the area of data privacy,” Olatunji stated. Olatunji emphasized that if TikTok and Truecaller take corrective…

L.A. Knights vs. Raptors – A Clash of Titans The L.A. Knights come into Week 2 with momentum after a hard-fought victory, but the Raptors pose a formidable challenge. With quarterback Tayo leading the charge for the Knights and wide receiver Lotanna proving to be a key playmaker, the Knights will look to maintain their offensive efficiency. Meanwhile, the Raptors, fueled by their dominant win over the Panthers, will rely on quarterback Dami and a high-powered offense to test the Knights’ defense. Warriors vs. Off-SZN – Battle for Redemption After falling short in a nail-biting contest against the L.A. Knights,…

Erelu Ngozi Adeleke, the Wife of the Governor of Osun State, has been honored with the prestigious Girl-Child Sports Empowerment Icon Award at the Nigeria Sports Achievers Awards 2025. This distinguished accolade celebrates her relentless advocacy for gender inclusivity in athletics, her unwavering support for grassroots sports development, and her instrumental role in nurturing young female athletes across Osun State and beyond. Erelu Ngozi Adeleke has emerged as a transformative force in the advancement of girl-child sports, spearheading initiatives that provide young female athletes with essential resources, mentorship, and platforms to thrive. Her influence extends beyond policy advocacy; she has…

The Federal Government has declared Monday, March 31, and Tuesday, April 1, 2025, as public holidays to mark the Eid-el-Fitr celebration. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government. In a statement on Wednesday by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani, the minister congratulated Muslims on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast, highlighting the significance of the holy month in fostering self-discipline, compassion, and spiritual renewal. Tunji-Ojo called on all Muslims to continue embodying the virtues of love, generosity, and peace, emphasising the need for national unity and religious…

The Police Command in Rivers State has arrested four suspects for allegedly murdering two children for ritual purposes. The victims, Chizaram Onuche and Chidinma Onuche, both seven years old, were brutally killed, and their bodies dismembered for money rituals. Grace Iringe-Koko, the spokesperson for the command, who disclosed this in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Wednesday, said the Ant-Kidnapping Unit of the command arrested the suspects. She disclosed that the suspects, including a native doctor, lured and drugged the minors before killing them. “Aniekan Uko, 27, a native of Akwa Ibom State, lured the children to an uncompleted…

Kidnappers of Rev. Fr. John Ubaechu, the Parish Priest of Holy Family Catholic Church, Izombe, Imo, are demanding for N2o million as ransom for the release of the clergyman. Ubaechu was abducted in Ejemekwuru on Sunday evening while on his way to attend the annual retreat of priests of the Owerri Catholic Archdiocese, Imo. His abduction was confirmed by the Owerri Catholic Archdiocesan Chancellor and Secretary, Rev. Fr. Patrick Mbarah on Monday in Owerri, in a statement. A source from the church, who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on condition of anonymity, on Wednesday in Owerri, said…