The Senate on Tuesday confirmed the appointment of Justice Joseph Oyewole as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. The confirmation followed the consideration of a report by the Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters, chaired by Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire (APC, Ondo Central). Presenting the report, Adegbonmire urged the Senate to receive and adopt the committee’s findings on the nomination of Justice Oyewole, a Justice of the Court of Appeal. Justice Joseph Olubunmi Kayode Oyewole as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.”President Bola Tinubu had last Tuesday forwarded a letter to the Senate seeking Oyewole’s confirmation in line with Section 231(2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). Justice Oyewole Kayode as Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.”Afterwards, Akpabio referred the request to the Judiciary Committee for screening and report, which culminated in Tuesday’s confirmation.

The Federal Government has announced that phase one of the National Single Window (NSW) will go live on March 27. For stakeholders, shipping lines and agents/companies’ registration will be done on the NSW platform, while sea manifests will be submitted directly by shipping lines to the NSW. Integrating the cargo manifest portal with government agencies such as the NPA, NIMASA and Customs will enable them to retrieve the sea manifests from the NSW Platform. Also, traders will be applying for e-SEN via the NSW Platform, while the NPA will retrieve and process the application via the NSW platform. Furthermore, payment collection will be facilitated via the NSW platform as ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) will transmit applicable fees/charges to the NSW for the trader to make payment.

Executive Secretary/CEO of the National Sugar Development Council (NSDC), Kamar Bakrin (left) and the Director-General of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), Dr. Abdulateef Shittu, striking a partnership agreement that will ease the growth of sugar projects and accelerate industrial development in states in Abuja. Executive Secretary/CEO of the National Sugar Development Council (NSDC), Kamar Bakrin (left) and the Director-General of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), Dr. Abdulateef Shittu, striking a partnership agreement that will ease the growth of sugar projects and accelerate industrial development in states in Abuja. •Leverage 1.2m hectares of suitable land to tap AfCFTA’s $7b marketThe Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) secretariat has agreed to prioritise sugar as a key product for the acceleration of industrial development in different states. The NGF also agreed to include sugar projects as a priority beneficiary inIt’s engagement with development partners within and outside the country. The decisions were made following a National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) in the pursuit of its mandate to develop the sugar sector, stop importation of raw sugar, create jobs and pursue self-sufficiency in sugar production.

The factory, equipped with modern manufacturing technology, is expected to be completed within the next few months. Chukwuma reaffirmed his long-standing focus on domestic production, describing Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing as one of Africa’s largest private-sector employers. Innoson to train young NigeriansInnoson to train hundreds of Nigerian youths. [Photo by NICHOLE SOBECKI/AFP via Getty Images] BI AfricaBeyond vehicle production, the plant will host a technical training program to equip young Nigerians with hands-on industrial skills. He argued that skills development and job creation remain critical to reducing insecurity and strengthening Nigeria’s industrial base.

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has declared that individuals he described as “vagabonds” who previously wielded influence within the Peoples Democratic Party have been expelled. Speaking on Tuesday during the unveiling of the Oyo State PDP secretariat in Ibadan, the state capital, Makinde stated that the party is now free of internal disruption. “In 2015, PDP lost power at the federal level. Otherwise, those vagabonds would never have been able to take hold of PDP,” Makinde said. “Finally, the government has no interest in PDP lawyer states and no interest in PDP nationally,” he said.

ALSO READ: Buhari granted Emefiele approval to redesign Naira locally — EFCC investigatorThe offences allegedly committed by him, according to EFCC, were against Section 123 of the Penal Code, Cap 89 Laws of the Federation, 1990 and punishable under the same law. Emere that CBN raised bills of settlement to Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Company (NSPMC) for the production of the redesigned notes. Asked to confirm to the court if the Naira notes were produced by NSPMC, the prosecution witness answered in the affirmative, saying that, “The Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Company produced the redesigned notes. He added that the investigation revealed that Buhari eventually launched the redesigned notes, but could not remember if the former president raised any complaints against the redesigned notes. He then told the court that the EFCC investigation team came up with an investigative report after its assignment.

China has banned hidden door handles on electric vehicles (EVs), making it the first country to prohibit the designs popularized by Tesla. The ban followed safety concerns that arose from several fatal incidents involving EVs. The move follows deadly crashes in China involving Xiaomi EVs, where power failures were suspected to have prevented doors from being opened. Global safety regulators have also taken note: in November, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened a probe into Tesla’s electric-powered door handles after reports they suddenly stopped working, leaving children trapped. Although the measures apply only to vehicles sold in China, the country’s role in the global car industry means the ban is expected to influence EV designs worldwide.

Magistrates in Cross River State have announced plans to resume an indefinite strike from Monday, February 9, 2026, over the state government’s failure to address outstanding welfare and security-related demands. The decision was reached at a General Congress of the Magistrates Association of Nigeria (MAN), Cross River State Chapter, held on Friday, January 30, 2026. “In view of the foregoing, the Magistrates Association of Nigeria, Cross River State Chapter, has resolved to resume the suspended indefinite strike action after the expiration of seven days,” the communiqué said. Copies of the communiqué were also sent to key judicial, security, and government authorities, including the Chief Judge of Cross River State, the Attorney-General, the Secretary to the State Government, the Commissioner of Police, and the Nigerian Bar Association. The association expressed hope that the state government would act promptly to avert the planned industrial action and ensure the uninterrupted operation of the justice system in Cross River State.

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), has assured residents of the nation’s capital, Abuja, that antivenom is fully stocked and readily accessible across all FCTA-owned hospitals and public health centres. ALSO READ: Snakebite: Provide free anti-venom drugs to prevent more deaths, Pharmacists beg FGFasawe in the statement which she personally signed, disclosed that, “different forms and types of anti-snake venom are widely available across FCTA-owned hospitals and public health facilities. “Snakebites remain a largely preventable public health emergency. As a rule, all snakebites must be treated as venomous until proven otherwise.”The FCTA Secretary also used the opportunity to issue a step-by-step advisory on what residents must do immediately after a snakebite. “For emergencies, residents should contact FCT Emergency Medical System and Ambulance Services Numbers – 090157892931, 090157892932.

The Senate has just confirmed the nomination of Joseph Olubunmi Kayode Oyewole as a Justice of the Supreme Court. The action of the Senate followed the recommendation of its Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters. President Bola Tinubu had forwarded the name of the nominee last week. ALSO READ: NJC recommends Justice Kayode Oyewole for Supreme Court, 35 others for judicial appointments

The National Examinations Council will release the results of the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (External) on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. This information was shared in an internal circular signed by the Council’s Acting Director of Information and Public Relations on Tuesday. According to the circular, the results will be officially announced by the Registrar and Chief Executive of NECO, Professor Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi, at 10:45 a.m.ALSOO READ: WEAC/NECO 2026 timetable: Early preparation guide for candidates“Result of the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) External will be released on 3rd February 2026 by the Registrar/Chief Executive, Professor Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi, at 10:45 am. “In view of the above, staff are enjoined to assemble at the Conference Hall at 10:30 am to witness the event,” the notice read.

Iran’s president, Masoud Pezeshkian, said on Tuesday that Tehran is ready to pursue “fair” talks with the United States, instructing his foreign minister to engage in negotiations as reports emerged that senior officials from both countries may meet in Istanbul later this week over Iran’s nuclear programme. Pezeshkian said he had directed Iran’s foreign ministry to move forward if conditions allow, stressing the need for talks without pressure. Multiple reports say Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, and US envoy Steve Witkoff could meet on Friday in Istanbul, alongside representatives from several Arab and Muslim countries, to discuss a potential nuclear deal. Satellite imagery released last week showed repair work at Iran’s Isfahan and Natanz nuclear sites after the June strikes. Saudi and Israeli officials met US defence officials last week to discuss possible scenarios, while Iran has warned it would respond to any US attack.

Kenya’s central bank has warned people against using banknotes to make floral-like bouquets and decorations, saying the practice could damage currency and carry criminal penalties. The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) issued the notice on Monday after cash bouquets became a popular trend in the country, often ordered ahead of Valentine’s Day and promoted by celebrities and online influencers. It added that creators of cash bouquets could face up to seven years in jail if arrested. Alinur Mohamed wrote on X, “The public notice from the Central Bank of Kenya has saved men ahead of this year’s Valentine’s Day. Back to basics, bouquet of flowers it is.”Another Kenyan said the decision offers “a much-needed relief for those who found such cash bouquets overly expensive and wasteful.”(BBC News)

After days of industrial action, the organised labour and the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) have finally reached a consensus, bringing relief to workers and residents of the FCT. According to a circular jointly issued by the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), all complaints presented by JUAC members were taken one after the other and fully addressed. Labour leaders urged all affiliates to comply strictly with the directive in the interest of industrial peace and harmony. The circular was jointly signed on behalf of the unions and workers by tge Secretary General, TUC, Comrade NA Toro, and the Ag. General Secretary, NLC Comrade Benson Upah.

Eustáquio da Silva Pena Júnior, a Brazilian influencer, has been arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in New Jersey. The rightwing influencer, who has hundreds of thousands of followers on TikTok and Instagram, had recently posted videos backing Trump’s immigration policies. ICE arrests Brazilian influencer Júnior Pena as Trump’s immigration push continues to affect the United States’ estimated 2 million Brazilian residents. Trump’s immigration enforcement has led to a sharp rise in deportations of Brazilians, with 2,785 deported last year, up from 1,640 in 2024. The magazine reported that some Brazilian migrants, particularly in cities such as Boston, were avoiding speaking Portuguese in public and altering their appearance to blend in.