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The House of Representatives’ Ad-hoc Committee on the Implementation and Oversight of the naira-for-crude-oil policy has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to provide a full account of crude oil sales and seizures handled by the agency. The directive was issued by the committee chairman, Emerengwa Sunday, at the resumed investigative hearing with stakeholders in Abuja on Wednesday. The naira-for-crude policy, launched in 2024, was introduced as a strategic measure to stabilise the naira, boost domestic refining, and reduce Nigeria’s reliance on foreign exchange for crude oil transactions. Under the initiative, crude oil allocations to local refiners are expected…

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has donated ₦5 million to support the treatment of popular online food vendor and Twitter personality, Aunty Esther, who is battling breast cancer, Soccernet.ng reports. The Galatasaray forward made the contribution after coming across a distressing video showing the elderly woman, real name Esther Omolola Mensah, crying in pain and pleading for help. The footage, shared widely on social media, showed her struggling on a hospital bed while revealing the part of her chest severely affected by cancer. This is my video I consent and accept to the donation and to the public display of…

In SummaryTraditional African outfits such as agbadas, kente cloth, and Herero gowns reflect cultural identity, social status, and heritage.The bold colours, intricate patterns, and beadwork of African attires carry symbolic meanings tied to rituals, ceremonies, and community traditions.These garments preserve cultural memory, strengthen community bonds, and celebrate artistry across generations.Deep Dive!!Wednesday, 26 November 2025 – Africa’s traditional fashion carries centuries of history, identity, and artistry, expressed through fabrics, patterns, and colours that tell the stories of entire communities.From bold handwoven textiles to intricately beaded garments, the continent’s cultural wardrobe stands as one of the richest in the world. These outfits…

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for his recent decision to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing it as another sign of political inconsistency. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the party’s spokesperson, Mogaji Seye Oladejo, questioned Atiku’s continued search for political platforms, saying his defection at the age of 80 reflects “chronic restlessness” and a “pattern of party-hopping” that has defined his political career. Atiku, who has contested for the nation’s top office multiple times under different political parties, formally picked up an ADC membership card last…

Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Idris Wase, on Wednesday said that suspected Boko Haram members and other criminal elements were once discovered on the recruitment lists of the Nigerian Army and Police. He stated this during a special plenary session on the state of security in the country. Wase, an All Progressives Congress lawmaker representing Wase Federal Constituency in Plateau State, warned that the infiltration of security institutions by criminally-minded individuals poses a major threat to national security. He added that his claim could be confirmed by the former Chairman of the House Committee on Defence, now…

A member of the House of Representatives, Alhaji Jafaru Mohammad Ali, on Wednesday made an emotional appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently rescue his constituency from what he described as a full-blown takeover by terrorists. Ali, who briefed reporters shortly after the House adopted his motion on the issue, reminded the President of the longstanding political and cultural ties between the Borgu Emirate and Tinubu, who holds the honorary traditional title “Jagaban of Borgu.” “We supported him. His journey started from Borgu. We won all the polling units for him,” Ali said. “How will he abandon us? We…

Italian Serie A club AC Milan stand to pocket €23 million (₦39 billion) if Fulham decides to make Samuel Chukwueze’s transfer permanent next summer, Soccernet.ng reports. ​After being deemed surplus to requirements, Chukwueze joined Fulham on transfer deadline day via a season-long loan. Instead of an obligation-to-buy clause, the clubs opted for an option-to-buy clause. ​It has been a slow start to life for Chukwueze at Fulham, but he is slowly making an impression on coach Marco Silva. Trai Hume and Samuel Chukwueze challenge for the ball during the Fulham vs Sunderland Premier League match at Craven Cottage. (Picture credit:…

The Lagos State Police Command has suspended an Egungun festival scheduled to hold in the Oregun area on Friday and Saturday, citing security concerns and the circulation of materials deemed capable of inciting fear among residents. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, said several individuals had been arrested in connection with posters and social media messages warning residents to restrict their movements during the festival. The suspects, who allegedly operated under the name “Oje Parapo of Oregun,” were accused of distributing handbills that infringed on the rights of residents and threatened public order. “The…

Janet Ogundepo   Fidson Healthcare Plc has appointed two female independent non-executive directors to its board to enhance corporate governance and leverage diverse expertise to support the company’s strategic vision and expansion drive. The pharmaceutical company said that the appointment of Dr Amina Mohammed-Baloni, a physician and public health leader, and Mrs Hannah Emanehi Oyebanjo, a marketing expert, reached at a recent board meeting, takes immediate effect but remains subject to final approval by shareholders at the next Annual General Meeting. Mohammed-Baloni, who holds MBBS, FWACP and MPH qualifications, is a highly accomplished physician and public health leader with over…

In Summary:Traditional instruments from regions like West, East, Central, and Southern Africa shape cultural identity, spiritual practice, and community life.Influential instruments such as the mbira in Zimbabwe, kora in Mali, balafon in Guinea, and talking drums in Nigeria carry deep historical and social significance.Storytelling, communication, ceremonies, and modern musical evolution across African regions are strongly influenced by these instruments.Deep Dive!!Wednesday, 26 November 2025 – African music carries a history that stretches across centuries, shaped by kingship, spirituality, migration, and community life. Every region of the continent holds instruments that were crafted not only for entertainment, but also for storytelling, healing,…