The United States on Tuesday expanded its sanctions targeting Iran’s oil sector, taking further aim at the network of petroleum shipping magnate Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani, the Treasury Department said. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the department had also frozen $130 million held in digital wallets linked to Iran’s central bank, hitting a sector that has seen increased activity since the start of the war. The move came after US forces carried out a fourth straight day of strikes against Iran and reimposed a naval blockade, with Iran in turn hitting ships in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the International…
Author: Ini Sam
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced that employers who fail to provide accommodation and transportation for corps members posted to their organisations will be blacklisted from participating in the scheme. The Director-General of the NYSC, Brig.-Gen. Olakunle Nafiu, made the disclosure during an interactive session with corps members on a working visit to Kogi State, according to a statement shared on the scheme’s official social media platforms on Tuesday. Nafiu said employers have a responsibility to ensure the welfare of corps members, warning that organisations that neglect to provide accommodation and transport would no longer be allowed to…
The Niger State Government has directed all private schools to stop organising graduation ceremonies, replacing them with Speech and Prize-Giving Ceremonies to celebrate students’ achievements. The directive, issued through the Niger State Private Schools Board, is part of efforts to regulate end-of-session activities and curb the growing trend of extravagant graduation celebrations in private schools. In a statement released by the Ministry of Information and Orientation’s Directorate of Information Services, the government explained that schools should use Speech and Prize-Giving Ceremonies to recognise students for academic excellence, good character, leadership and other notable accomplishments. Authorities said lavish graduation events have…
By Iniubong Sam For over three decades, Lolad Schools has remained a beacon of academic excellence, character development, and innovation, earning the trust of parents committed to giving their children the very best education. Located in Magodo GRA Phase II, Lagos, the school provides Crèche, Nursery, Primary, and Secondary education through a blend of the Nigerian and British curricula. This unique approach equips students with the knowledge, confidence, and global perspective needed to excel in national and international examinations. Beyond impressive academic achievements, Lolad Schools is dedicated to raising confident leaders, critical thinkers, and responsible citizens. Through modern learning facilities,…
The Supreme Court has instructed lawyers handling appeals and motions slated for hearing between September and December 2026 to upload all relevant court documents through the Nigerian Case Management System (NCMS), in accordance with Rule 10(1) of the Supreme Court Practice Direction, 2026. The directive was contained in a statement issued by the Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court, Kabir E. Akanbi, who urged counsel to review the list of cases scheduled for hearing during the period. Lawyers can access the list by visiting the Supreme Court’s website, proceeding to the Litigation section, and selecting the Nigerian Case Management System…
The Federal Government has suspended its proposed increase in registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council Senior School Certificate Examination (NECO SSCE) following public concerns over the planned hike. The government also stressed that no adjustment to examination fees would take effect until consultations with relevant stakeholders are concluded. In a statement issued on Monday by the Federal Ministry of Education, the government announced the withdrawal of a June 18, 2026, letter that conveyed the proposed increase in examination fees. The statement, signed by the ministry’s Director of Press and…
Dangote Industries Limited has intensified efforts to curb illegal haulage involving its branded trucks by introducing a public whistleblower initiative that offers a ₦500,000 cash reward for credible information leading to the arrest of offenders or the interception of unauthorised goods and persons being transported. The company said the initiative forms part of its broader commitment to safeguard the integrity of its logistics operations and eliminate the activities of individuals who illegally use Dangote-branded trucks to transport unauthorised goods. In a statement, the management called on members of the public to support the campaign by reporting any suspected cases of…
Former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, has pleaded not guilty to a six-count charge bordering on alleged certificate forgery, obtaining salaries under false pretences, and money laundering. Nnaji was arraigned on Monday before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). According to the charges, the former minister is accused of forging a degree certificate from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), and a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge certificate, which he allegedly submitted during his ministerial screening in 2023. The charges also…
The U.S. dollar strengthened on Monday as renewed military exchanges between the United States and Iran increased investor demand for safe-haven assets, while oil prices also climbed amid heightened geopolitical tensions. According to a Reuters report, the U.S. Dollar Index rose 0.1% to 101.13, after earlier touching its highest level since July 8. The latest gains followed a weekend of escalating hostilities between Washington and Tehran. Iranian forces launched strikes on U.S. facilities in Gulf states on Sunday and announced the renewed closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route for oil exports. The Japanese yen…
FIFA has appointed the match officials for the blockbuster 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final between France and Spain, with experienced Salvadoran referee Ivan Barton set to take charge of the encounter. The world football governing body announced the appointments in a post on its official X account on Monday. “The match officials for FIFA World Cup Match 101 have been appointed,” FIFA said. According to FIFA, Barton will officiate the highly anticipated semi-final at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday, July 14, with kick-off scheduled for 3:00 p.m. EDT. He will be assisted by fellow Salvadoran David Moran as Assistant Referee 1,…