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HACKERS STEAL $6.3 BILLION FROM BINANCE IN RECORD CRYPTO HEIST. (PHOTO).

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 Hackers steal $6.3 billion from Binance in record Crypto Heist Hackers have stolen $6.3 billion from Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, in the biggest crypto heist in human history. “This was a complex attack, and we are doing all we can in coordination with law enforcement to resolve it,” Binance said in a post about the breach, which has shaken the cryptocurrency market. The cryptocurrency exchange said on Friday that deposits were unaffected and that it was working with partners to freeze some of the affected assets, with about $3 billion located so far. Withdrawals have been suspended for the next day. Binance did not mention the status of the remaining $3.3 billion, but said it will cover all losses. The cryptocurrency exchange said on Friday that deposits were unaffected and that it was working with partners to freeze some of the affected assets, with about $3 billion located so far. Withdrawals have been suspended for the next day. Binance did not mention...
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POSTPONEMENT OF NAFEST 2025 IN ENUGU: LAGOS AFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO PARTICIPATING WHEN CONDITIONS PERMIT. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 POSTPONEMENT OF NAFEST 2025 IN ENUGU: LAGOS AFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO PARTICIPATING WHEN CONDITIONS PERMIT Following the announcement of the postponement of the National Festival of Arts and Culture (NAFEST) 2025, originally scheduled to hold in Enugu from 22nd-29th November, 2025, by the Honourable Minister for Arts, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, due to security reasons. The Lagos State Council for Arts and Culture (LSCAC) has commended the Minister for prioritising national safety and unity in consultation with stakeholders.   A statement issued by Mr. Idowu Johnson, the CEO of LSCAC, said, “Lagos State stands with all Nigerians impacted by the recent insecurity incidents. We recognise that NAFEST is not merely a cultural festival but a symbol of national cohesion, peace, and unity.   “Despite the postponement, Lagos remains committed to showcasing its rich cultural heritage whenever the festival is rescheduled. Our artists, perf...
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AFCON 2025: NIGERIAN OFFICIALS MISSING AS CAF RELEASES FULL OFFICIATING TEAM. (PHOTOS).

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 AFCON 2025: Nigerian officials missing as CAF releases full officiating team The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has released the full list of referees, and video assistant referees for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, DAIlLY POST reports. No Nigerian was included in the list by CAF. CAF included 28 centre referees and 14 VAR officials. Host nation Morocco, Algeria, Egypt and Mauritania provided two centre referees. Algeria’s Lahlou Benbraham, Egypt’s Mahmoud Ashour, Tunisia’s Haythem Guirat, Morocco’s Hamza El Fariq, and Senegal’s Djibril Camara are some of the VAR officials who will be heading to Morocco. One more photo below. 
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BPP, ICAN PARTNER TO BOOST PUBLIC PROCUREMENT REFORMS THROUGH PROFESSIONALISM. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 PRESS RELEASE BPP, ICAN PARTNER TO BOOST PUBLIC PROCUREMENT REFORMS THROUGH PROFESSIONALISM The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) have canvassed a robust partnership for career professionalism to bridge the gaps in public procurement to drive ongoing reforms.  The Director-General of BPP, Dr. Adebowale A. Adedokun, FCIPS, FCILT,  ACFE emphasised the need for better procurement systems delivery and the importance of professionals working together to achieve common goals. He noted that the procurement and accounting professions shared the same objectives.   Dr. Adedokun made this known while receiving the President and Chairman of Council, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Mallam Haruna Nma Yahaya, mni, PhD, FCA, and his team at the Bureau of Public Procurement office in Abuja. In his welcome address, the Director-General, BPP noted that the Procurement and Accounting profession were the...
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NDLEA BUSTS ILLICIT DRUG WAREHOUSE, RECOVERS N6.7 BILLION OPIOIDS, ARRESTS BARON, 5 OTHERS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 NDLEA busts illicit drug warehouse, recovers N6.7 billion opioids, arrests baron, 5 others …This is a clear statement you’re no longer untouchable, we’ll smoke you out of your hiding, Marwa warns drug barons Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) continued their offensive action against drug syndicates in a nationwide crackdown with the dismantling of an opioids cartel in an intelligence-led operation during which a baron Onyekachi Pius Nwanagu and five members of his gang were arrested with illicit substances worth over N6.7 billion recovered from their secret warehouse in a residential estate in Lagos. Following credible intelligence that the drug trafficking organisation (DTO) was about distributing over 7.2 million pills of tramadol 225mg and 526,200 bottles (52.6 million mls) of codeine syrup warehoused in a residential compound located at 23 Sunny Billa East Street, Bucknor, Isheri area of Isolo, Lagos state, ahead of the Christmas festive season, off...
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CHINESE GOVERNMENT PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR NIGERIA’S ’s PORT MODERNISATION. (PHOTO).

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 CHINESE GOVERNMENT PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR NIGERIA’S ’s PORT MODERNISATION  The government of the People's Republic of China has pledged strong technical and diplomatic support for Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to modernise and automate operations at its seaports, signalling a deepening partnership between both countries in the maritime sector. China’s Vice Minister of Transport, Mr Li Yang made the Commitment during a bilateral meeting with Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, on the sidelines of maritime engagements in London.  Mr Li Yang praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for establishing the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy as a fully dedicated ministry, describing the decision as a transformative step for Nigeria’s maritime future, reaffirming China’s support for Nigeria in the upcoming International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council election scheduled for Friday, 28 November.  In addition to technical support, the Chinese Vice Mi...
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RUSSIA SAYS READY TO SUPPORT NIGERIA’S COUNTER-TERRORISM EFFORTS. (PHOTO).

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 Russia says ready to support Nigeria’s counter-terrorism efforts Russia is ready to support Nigeria’s efforts against terrorism, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said, praising Abuja’s “serious efforts” in countering terrorist groups. Zakharova said Moscow’s stance “remains unchanged,” noting that terrorism is a global threat and stressing Russia’s readiness to provide assistance in coordination with the international community, UN agencies and the African Union, Anadolu Agency reported. “Russia is prepared to continue providing the necessary assistance to its Nigerian partners,” she said, adding that Nigeria’s armed forces and law enforcement agencies have “accumulated significant experience in effectively countering terrorist threats.” She underlined that civilians, including women and children, continue to suffer the most from attacks, along with government and security personnel. Nigeria faces persistent violence from terrorist groups including Boko Haram,...
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VP SHETTIMA RETURNS TO ABUJA AFTER G20, AU–EU SUMMITS. (PHOTO).

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 VP Shettima Returns To Abuja After G20, AU–EU Summits Vice President Kashim Shettima is back in Abuja from Luanda, Angola, after successfully representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the 7th African Union–European Union  Summit. The Vice President had delivered President Tinubu's statement in which the Nigerian leader intensified the nation's call for Africa to secure permanent seats with veto-wielding authority on the United Nations Security Council, insisting that comprehensive reform of the global governance system is long overdue. The President, in his statement, also tasked the European Union (EU) with co-creating peace and security initiatives alongside its African partners, anchored on African-led frameworks as a pathway to achieving sustainable stability across the continent. At the first session of the G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, the President urged world leaders to come up with a more equitable and responsive system to manage global fina...
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