University Disowns Unauthorized Admission Claims THE management of Dennis Osadebay University (DOU), Asaba, has warned prospective students and the general public against a fraudulent advertisement falsely claiming to offer admission into the institution’s Nursing programme through a purported Post-UTME exercise. In a statement released through the university’s newsletter dated June 6, 2026, the institution described […]
The Growing Danger in Nigeria’s Property Market REAL estate transactions involving deceased persons’ estates have become one of the most overlooked sources of legal conflict in Nigeria. Across cities, towns and developing communities, prospective buyers are routinely presented with offers involving land or buildings owned by individuals who have passed away. Such properties are often […]
EU Cracks Down on Temu Over Consumer Safety Violations CHINESE-owned online retail giant Temu has been hit with a massive €200 million fine by the European Union after regulators concluded that the company failed to adequately prevent the sale of illegal and potentially dangerous products on its platform. The sanction, announced by the European Commission, […]
The Emotional Economy of Online Giving IN Nigeria’s increasingly digital society, compassion has found a new outlet—social media. From Twitter threads to WhatsApp broadcasts and Instagram posts, urgent appeals for financial help to treat life-threatening illnesses have become common. Photographs of frail patients, emotional narratives, and ticking deadlines often compel swift donations. But beneath this […]
Investigative Guide: Risks Hidden in Family Land Transactions BUYING family land in Nigeria remains one of the most legally sensitive property transactions, often leading to disputes, litigation, and loss of investment where due process is ignored. Legal principles governing customary land ownership require strict compliance with family structures and consent procedures. This report examines the […]
New Consumer Protection Measures Announced THE Central Bank of Nigeria has introduced a new rule requiring banks and financial institutions to file monthly reports on failed digital transactions across electronic banking channels. The measure affects failed transactions conducted through ATMs, mobile apps, internet banking platforms, PoS terminals and related services. Industry observers say the policy […]
NCC Introduces Compensation for Network Failures THE Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed telecommunications operators to compensate subscribers affected by poor network quality through airtime credits under a stricter enforcement framework. The commission said the move is aimed at improving service delivery, protecting consumers and holding operators accountable for recurring lapses in network performance across […]