The Federal Government has suspended its planned ₦50,000 exam registration fee for WAEC and NECO from 2027, withdrawing an earlier directive and promising more consultations with stakeholders before deciding on any new rates.

ADC and INEC have rejected allegations that a Nafiu Bala Gombe faction uploaded presidential and other candidates to INEC’s nomination portal, insisting only the David Mark-led leadership has recognised access ahead of the 2027 election.

The US has updated its Visa Waiver Program, blocking visa‑free entry for some travellers who visited or hold dual nationality with certain high‑risk countries, and directing them to apply for a visitor visa instead.

Peter Obi has again defended his $150m, ₦36bn Anambra savings as governor of Anambra, criticised Tinubu’s economic policies as “renewed hopelessness”, and praised Rabiu Kwankwaso’s focus on education and the poor in another nerve-racking interview.

The Senate okays ₦403.1bn for the Police Trust Fund as President Tinubu seeks a new criminal justice law to speed up trials and modernise courts.

France opens the World Cup quarterfinals against Morocco in Boston as Didier Deschamps chases a final title, while Argentina, Spain, England and Norway prepare for high-stakes clashes in the race to the July 19 final.

Former Israeli PM Ehud Barak has advised that Nigeria can adopt state police if strong federal laws are made to curb abuse. On Iran, warned that “illusions” about wiping out Iran’s nuclear programme by force ignores the country’s resilience and other wider regional implications.

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, challenge Peter Obi’s comments on insecurity, also says PDP must rebuild before 2027, backs Tinubu’s stance on old projects during his monthly media parley on Thursday.

Peter Obi says systematic pressure on his life and businesses could stop him from reaching the 2027 ballot, alleging a clampdown on opposition candidates and a climate of fear around his public appearances.

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has begun free petrol delivery to six major locations, including Abuja, while keeping its ex-depot price at ₦1,075 per litre for buyers lifting at least 250,000 litres.

Benjamin Kalu says he was also a “victim” of the alleged fake PFIPC DG, explaining how a letter with a presidency letterhead and a verified office address led to a meeting that later put his image in the raging controversy.

The CBN has confirmed that both the standard and commemorative ₦100 notes remain legal tender and warned that rejecting them violates the CBN Act and undermines confidence in the naira.