Standard Focus News
Standard Focus News
  • Home
  • News
  • SF Watch
  • Top Stories
  • E-Edition
  • Politics
  • Metro
  • Business
  • Sports
  • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Education
  • Entertainment
  • Foreign
  • Health
    Standard Focus News
    Standard Focus News
    • Home
    • News
    • SF Watch
    • Top Stories
    • E-Edition
    • Politics
    • Metro
    • Business
    • Sports
    • Editorial
    • Columns
    • Education
    • Entertainment
    • Foreign
    • Health

    Day: October 28, 2025

    Alleged $42m fraud: Court fixes Jan 27 for Trial of Briton, 2 Indians

    October 28, 2025 (updated October 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has adjourned further hearing in the criminal trial of a British national, two Indian businessmen, and their companies accused of orchestrating a $42.48 million international trade fraud under the guise of rice importation. Justice Akintayo Aluko fixed January 27, 2026, for continuation of proceedings after the prosecution and defendants failed to appear in... Read more

    Category: Law & Human Rights

    Bandit Attacks: Reps Move to Establish Military Base in Plateau

    October 28, 2025 (updated October 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    ….as Gagdi raises alarm on killings, kidnappings, and displacement in Kanam constituency The House of Representatives on Tuesday raised serious concern over the worsening insecurity and flood disasters ravaging communities in the Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency of Plateau State. This followed a motion of urgent public importance moved by Hon. Yusuf Adamu Gagdi (APC–Plateau), who lamented the persistent wave of banditry,... Read more

    Category: News, Uncategorized

    Gov Otu Presents ₦780.6bn “Budget of Inclusive Growth” for 2026

    October 28, 2025 (updated October 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has proposed a total budget of ₦780.59 billion for the 2026 fiscal year, tagged the “Budget of Inclusive Growth.” Presenting the Appropriation Bill before the State House of Assembly on Tuesday, Governor Otu said the budget is designed to consolidate the achievements of his administration’s People First agenda and deepen inclusive development... Read more

    Category: News

    Reps Probe NFF Over Alleged Misuse of FIFA, CAF Grants

    October 28, 2025 (updated October 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    …as lawmakers decry mismanagement of over $25 million football funds The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) over allegations of misappropriation and poor management of grants received from the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) between 2015 and 2025. This followed a motion of urgent public importance... Read more

    Category: News

    Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Asks Court to Dismiss Federal Charges, Alleges Abuse of Power

    October 28, 2025 (updated October 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has filed a motion before the Federal High Court in Abuja seeking the dismissal of the six-count charge brought against her by the Federal Government. Akpoti-Uduaghan described the charges as a clear abuse of prosecutorial powers, a violation of due process, and a politically motivated attempt to shield Senate President Godswill Akpabio and... Read more

    Category: News

    Edo Government, Former Deputy Governor Clash Over Return of State Property

    October 28, 2025 (updated October 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    The Edo State Government and former Deputy Governor, Hon. Marvelous Omobayo, have traded words over a directive from the state government ordering him to return all government property in his possession within seven days. In a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo, Fred Itua, the government accused Omobayo of holding on to several official items,... Read more

    Category: News

    Police Nab Two ‘One Chance’ Robbers Behind Killing of 23-Year-Old Grace Godwin in Abuja

    October 28, 2025 (updated October 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    Preliminary investigation revealed that the deceased, who worked as a fuel pump attendant, had closed from work on July 11 and unknowingly boarded a vehicle operated by the “one chance” robbery gang.

    Category: Uncategorized

    Senate Applauds Tinubu, Akpabio, Anti-Graft, Financial Agencies over Nigeria’s Removal from FATF Grey List

    October 28, 2025 (updated October 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    …Says delisting boosts investor confidence, reaffirms Nigeria’s global credibility The Senate has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and key anti-corruption and financial regulatory institutions for their pivotal roles in securing Nigeria’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Grey List. In a resolution on Tuesday, the Upper Chamber hailed the coordinated efforts of the Nigerian... Read more

    Category: Economy and Finance, News

    Fresh Violence Erupts in Katsina-Ala: Local Militia, Armed Herders Accused of Colluding in Attacks on Benue Community

    October 28, 2025 (updated October 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    A resident, who spoke under anonymity, alleged that a community leader in the area (name withheld) has been issuing threats to anyone speaking about the activities of the armed herders, warning that violators could face dire consequences, including death.

    Category: Crime Alert, News

    Senate Approves Wildlife Protection Bill, Targets Tougher Penalties for Traffickers

    October 28, 2025 (updated October 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    With its third reading completed, the bill will now be transmitted to President Bola Tinubu for assent, setting the stage for tougher enforcement and stiffer penalties against wildlife crimes across the country.

    Category: News

    Posts pagination

    Page 1 Page 2 Next page
    • Remi Tinubu Launches Food Bank for North-East, Don…
      No Comments
    • EPL: Paul Merson Believes Ruben Amorim Would Have …
      No Comments
    • Nasarawa Police Rescue Abducted Newborn, Arrest Tw…
      No Comments
    • 2027: LP Reaches Out to Abure Camp, Otti Promises …
      No Comments
    • Lagos Assembly Orders Sanwo-Olu to Withdraw Unconf…
      No Comments
    • IMO Chief Hails Nigeria’s Maritime Safety Gains, P…
      No Comments
    • Army Chief Appoints GOCs as Nigeria Establishes Fo…
      No Comments
    • 2027: No Room for Mediocrity in Nasarawa Leadershi…
      No Comments
    • N14bn Contract: Umahi Orders Arrest of Heartland M…
      No Comments
    • APM Demands Release of FBI Report on Alleged Drug …
      No Comments
    • Obi Warns: Democracy in Nigeria Now Tool for Elite…
      No Comments
    • JAMB Withholds Results of Underage Candidates, Set…
      No Comments
    • Editorial: Nigeria’s Tax Reform – Between Promise …
      No Comments
    • ADC Crisis Deepens as Mark Camp Accuses Rivals of …
      No Comments
    • Police, EFCC Rescue 14 Kidnap Victims on Calabar–O…
      No Comments
    • Alleged $42m fraud: Court fixes Jan 27 for Trial o…
      No Comments
    • UN Deputy Chief Visits Benue, Urges Peacebuilding,…
      No Comments
    • Shari’ah Council Denies Social Media Reports on IN…
      No Comments
    • 2027: Ex-NPHCDA Boss Shuaib Withdraws from Nasaraw…
      No Comments
    • Gombe Gets 100-Bed Maternal, Child Hospital
      No Comments
    • Inflation: TUC calls for review of workers’ allowa…
      No Comments
    • Kidnap of JAMB Candidates: Benue Links Driver Arre…
      No Comments
    • Airlines Threaten Shutdown Over Soaring Jet-A1 Pri…
      No Comments
    • FG Deploys NIS Passport Intervention Team to UK Ov…
      No Comments
    • NLC Warns Senate Against ‘Legislative Dictatorship…
      No Comments
    • Xenophobia: CPPE Warns Against Retaliatory Attacks…
      No Comments
    • Abducted Benue JAMB Candidates, 12 Others Freed Af…
      No Comments
    • Dangote Refinery Extends Free Fuel Delivery to Kan…
      No Comments
    • Critics Only ‘Lucky’ Tinubu Respects Rule of Law –…
      No Comments
    • Newborn Baby Found Abandoned in Carton in Benue Fo…
      No Comments
    • Police arrest man over alleged ₦40m job scam involving more than 20 applicants
      September 3, 2026
    • IGP Disu, Air Chief strengthen police-air force partnership on joint operations
      September 3, 2026
    • Arms smuggling: SEREC urges FG to trace supply chains, stop weapons at source
      September 3, 2026
    • 2027: INEC awaits full budget release to replace damaged BVAS, test IReV
      September 3, 2026
    • Army rescues retired general’s wife from kidnappers in Abuja, arrests two suspects
      September 3, 2026
    • Pensioners’ tear-gassing: Lagos CSOs demand independent probe, accuse police of cover-up
      September 3, 2026
    • Diphtheria outbreak: Nasarawa confirms 15 cases, records no deaths
      September 3, 2026
    • Sokoto commissions N5.6bn bridge, rural road to boost agriculture, connectivity
      September 3, 2026
    • NAFDAC orders recall of sachet alcohol, products below 200ml
      September 3, 2026
    • Troops rescue six kidnapped victims in Kebbi, repel terrorists
      September 3, 2026
    • Troops neutralise suspected bandit, recover weapons in Benue
      September 3, 2026
    • Rivers NDC confirms deputy gov candidate’s name uploaded on INEC portal
      September 3, 2026
    • INEC again rejects NDC’s ‘smuggled candidates’ allegation
      September 3, 2026
    • Yobe targets traders, farmers, artisans with new microfinance products
      September 3, 2026
    • Arms smuggling: SEREC urges FG to trace supply chains, stop weapons at source.
      September 3, 2026
    • Health insurance enrolment rises to 22m, millions still uncovered — NHIA
      September 3, 2026
    • Tinubu doing better than Buhari, North benefiting — Northern Christians
      September 3, 2026
    • NSIA says healthcare investments save Nigeria $200m in medical tourism
      September 3, 2026
    • Kidnapping: NSCDC trains 600 campus security officers nationwide
      September 3, 2026
    • 2027: Opposition unity still possible despite Atiku, Obi absence — NDC
      September 3, 2026
    • Aviation
    • Business
    • Cartoons
    • Columns
    • Crime Alert
    • Editorial
    • Worship
    • Education
    • Entertainment
    • Environment
    • Features
    • Foreign
    • Health
    • Homes & Property
    • Human Angle
    • Interviews
    • Labour
    • Law & Human Rights
    • Metro
    • Politics
    • Relationships
    • Special Report
    • Sports
    • Technology
    • The Arts
    • Top Stories
    • Travel & Tourism
    • Videos
    • Viewpoint
    • Woman’s Own
    Copyright 2025. All rights reserved — Standard Focus
    • About Us
    • Advertise with us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact Us