Tinubu Orders FCCPC to Probe Meta, Google, X and AI Firms Over Copyright and Competition Concerns
President Bola Tinubu on Monday directed the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission to investigate major global technology companies, including Meta, Alphabet and X, formerly Twitter, as well as Generative AI platforms, over allegations of anti-competitive practices and the unlawful use of content belonging to Nigerian media organisations. The directive followed a joint petition by the Nigerian Press Organisation, comprising the Newspaper Proprietors’ Association of Nigeria, the Nigeria Union of Journalists, the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria and the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers, and was conveyed to the FCCPC in a letter signed by Information Minister Mohammed Idris.
Peter Obi Cannot Win Northern Votes in 2027 — Sheriff
Former Borno State Governor and APC chieftain Ali Modu Sheriff has said NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi would not secure the support of Northern voters in the 2027 presidential election. Sheriff stated this on Monday during an appearance on Channels Television, where he also defended President Tinubu’s handling of the country’s security challenges.
Tinubu Holds Closed-Door Meeting With Benue Governor, Ex-Governor Over APC Primary Impasse
President Bola Tinubu has held a closed-door meeting with Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia and former Governor Senator Gabriel Suswam at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The meeting followed the impasse surrounding the outcome of the APC primaries in Benue State.
PFIPC Has No Operational CBN Account — OAGF
The Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation has said the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council has no operational account with the Central Bank of Nigeria, denying it released public funds or paid salaries to the disputed organisation. Director of Public Relations Bawa Mokwa said that although an application was made to open a CBN account, the process was never completed because required documents, including the names of authorised signatories, were not submitted.
Police Arrest Father, Family Friend of Embattled PFIPC DG in Osogbo
The Police have arrested the father and family friend of embattled PFIPC Director-General Adeyemi Adeniyi in Osogbo, Oyo State. Adeniyi had gone into hiding following revelations that he allegedly scammed the Federal Government through the creation of a fake presidential council.
FG Slashes Import Tariffs on Vehicles — Customs CG
The Federal Government has reduced import tariffs on used vehicles from 15 per cent to five per cent and on brand-new vehicles from 20 per cent to 10 per cent. Customs Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi disclosed this while appearing before the House of Representatives Committee on Customs and Excise to defend the service’s 2026 budget proposal.
Naira Falls to N1,400 Per Dollar in Parallel Market
The naira on Monday depreciated to N1,400 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,395 per dollar last weekend. The currency also fell to N1,371 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market.
At Least 32 Dead in Multiple Road Crashes Across Kwara, Kogi and Ogun
At least 32 people have died and several others were injured in multiple road crashes in Kwara, Kogi and Ogun states between Sunday and Monday. The Federal Road Safety Corps confirmed the accidents.
Nigerian Medical Graduate Dies From Injuries Sustained in Russian Airstrike on Kharkiv
A Nigerian medical graduate, Nnani Adaobi Marian, has died from injuries sustained during a Russian airstrike on the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, days after doctors in Ukraine and Germany battled unsuccessfully to save her life. Her death was announced on Monday in a statement published on the Facebook page of Kharkiv National Medical University, where she studied medicine.
Tony Elumelu to Retire as UBA Group Chairman in August
United Bank for Africa has announced that its Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, will retire from the Board of Directors on August 21, 2026, following the completion of the 12-year tenure limit prescribed for non-executive directors of banks by the Central Bank of Nigeria.
FG Holds Closed-Door Meeting With Dangote Refinery Over Petrol Prices
The Federal Government on Monday held a closed-door meeting with the management of the Dangote Refinery and the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria over the price of petrol in Nigeria. The meeting, held at the NMDPRA headquarters in Abuja, was convened at the directive of Petroleum Minister Heineken Lokpobiri. NMDPRA chief executive Rabiu Umar said Nigeria had not sufficiently benefited from the drop in global crude oil prices following the easing of US-Iran tensions and that the meeting aimed to explore collaboration rather than dictate prices.
APC Confirms Replacement of Some Candidates, Says Changes Corrected Irregularities
The All Progressives Congress has confirmed the replacement of some of its candidates ahead of forthcoming elections, saying the changes corrected irregularities identified during the selection process. APC Director of Publicity Bala Ibrahim said the party screened about 2,500 aspirants, issued certificates of candidacy to successful ones and submitted the approved list to INEC, while a reconciliation committee was set up to engage those whose names were replaced.
“Resign Now” — Peter Obi Challenges Tinubu Over Oyo Schoolchildren Abduction
NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi has asked President Tinubu to resign over what he described as the administration’s failure to address insecurity, particularly the handling of the abduction of schoolchildren in Oyo State. In a statement on Monday, Obi said more than 50 days after the abduction, there had been no tangible rescue effort, and claimed President Tinubu had not called Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde over the incident. “The ultimate cost of uncompassionate leadership is turning citizens’ frustration into deep, volatile resentment,” Obi said.
Flooding on Lagos-Calabar Highway Due to Unenforced Lagos Flood Master Plan — Umahi
Works Minister Dave Umahi has blamed the flooding on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway on the non-implementation of a Lagos State flood master plan and indiscriminate refuse dumping by residents. Umahi made the remarks during an inspection tour of Section Three of the Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway on Sunday and said he would evaluate the highway alongside National Assembly members on Tuesday.
Why I Allowed My Ex-Husband at Our Daughter’s Wedding — Iyabo Ojo
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has explained that she invited her former husband to play an important role at their daughter Priscilla’s wedding to break a pattern of broken marriages in her family. In an interview with Morayo Afolabi Brown, Ojo said her own parents did not stay together, her own marriage also ended, and she was determined that her children would not suffer the same fate if she could help it.
Sam Larry Alive and Receiving Care After Lagos Road Accident, Associate Confirms
Popular socialite and music promoter Sam Larry is alive and receiving medical care after a road accident in Lagos State, following death rumours. His associate Akin Abolade, known as Mr Lilgaga, told Punch he had direct contact with Sam Larry hours after the crash and confirmed he was still alive, though the full extent of his injuries could not be confirmed at the time.
Trump Confirms He Called FIFA to Review Balogun’s Red Card Suspension
President Donald Trump has confirmed he personally contacted FIFA president Gianni Infantino to request a review of the one-match suspension handed to USA striker Folarin Balogun during the World Cup. FIFA on Monday suspended Balogun’s ban for 12 months, making him available for Tuesday’s last-16 clash against Belgium in Seattle. Trump, speaking at the White House, insisted he did not pressure FIFA to reverse the punishment.
Tottenham Complete Club-Record £100m Signing of Sandro Tonali From Newcastle
Tottenham have completed the signing of Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United in a club-record deal worth up to £100 million. Spurs agreed to pay an initial £92.5m plus £7.5m in add-ons for the 26-year-old, who said the decision to join was straightforward after a two-hour conversation with head coach Roberto de Zerbi. “It was like magic because I knew immediately that I had to sign for Tottenham,” Tonali said. He becomes Spurs’ second major summer signing after Mateus Fernandes joined from West Ham United for £85m.
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