TIMESCOPE NEWS IN BRIEF

POLITICS 

 Vice President Kashim Shettima has directed Nigerian missions abroad to project a reformed and confident image of the country, debunk false narratives, and serve as economic outposts..

The Senate has passed a bill prescribing life imprisonment for individuals convicted of defiling minors.

A lawmaker from Zamfara State has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) along with over 1,000 supporters.

SECURITY 

 At least 15 passengers were kidnapped in Edo State, while a policeman was injured in a robbery attack in Ibadan.

The Nigerian Army has repelled drone-backed insurgent attacks in Borno and Yobe states, killing 50 terrorists.

 A 17-year-old apprentice's death in Anambra has sparked widespread outrage, with the police launching an investigation.

 BUSINESS 

 The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has directed banks and other financial institutions to deduct a 10% withholding tax on interest earned from investments in short-term securities.

Nigeria has exited the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list, with the government hailing the development as a major milestone.

ENTERTAINMENT 

Nigerian music stars Ayra Starr and Rema have reunited in a new music video.

YouTuber iShowSpeed has announced a Detty December tour in Africa.

 Regina Daniels has flaunted her new mansion amid marital crisis with Senator Ned Nwoko 

SPORT

 The Super Falcons of Nigeria are set to face off against the Amazons of Benin Republic in the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) is under investigation over allegations of mismanagement and lack of transparency in the utilization of development grants received from FIFA and CAF