ActionAid Nigeria Urges ECOWAS to Promote Diplomacy and Dialogue in Response to Niger Coup The General Assembly of ActionAid Nigeria has issued a strong call to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), urging a focus on diplomacy and dialogue as the preferred approach to address the recent coup d’état in Niger Republic. The […]
Nigerian Army Members Accompany President Buhari on Maiduguri Market Visit After Devastating Fire (Photo: Audu MARTE / AFP) Defence Headquarters Confirms Loss of 36 Officers in Niger State Ambush The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed the tragic loss of 36 officers in an insurgent ambush within the Zungeru area of Niger State. The attack resulted […]
FILE: National President of ASUU, Prof Emmanuel Osode ASUU Urges President Bola Tinubu to Address Humanitarian Crisis in Benue IDP Camps The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued an urgent plea to President Bola Tinubu to swiftly address the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps of Benue State. The […]
President Bola Tinubu Unveils Ministerial Portfolios for 45 Nominees In a significant development, President Bola Tinubu has revealed the roles assigned to the 45 ministerial nominees, showcasing a diverse and experienced team to lead various government departments. Former Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, has been entrusted with the Ministry of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), while […]
Vice President Kashim Shettima PHOTO: Twitter “The Nigerian Federal Government, in collaboration with Wema Bank, is set to establish digital hubs for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across seven states. Vice President Kashim Shettima announced this initiative on Sunday, highlighting its aim to equip one million youths with digital skills. Shettima revealed that the […]
“Nigerian Senate Delays Confirmation of Nasir El-Rufai as Minister Pending Security Clearance; Approves 45 Other Nominees On Monday, the Nigerian Senate postponed the confirmation of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai as a minister due to security clearance issues. The Senate, however, gave the green light to 45 out of the 48 ministerial nominees submitted […]
CAN Urges Nigerians to Show Patience with President Tinubu Amid Fuel Subsidy Removal In the wake of the fuel subsidy removal policy that has led to hardship across the nation, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has called on Nigerians to demonstrate patience and understanding with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Bishop Stephen Adegbite, the chairman […]
The President encourages him to leverage his extensive experience in the new role. Ajuri Ngelale. Facebook/Ajuri Ngelale In a recent announcement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially approved the appointment of Ajuri Ngelale as the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity. The news was conveyed through a statement issued by Willie Bassey, […]
“I Empathize with Your Struggles: Wish There Were Alternatives, but I’m Here to Help, Not Harm, the Beloved People and Nation” Tinubu: Nigerian Government Saves Over N1 Trillion Post Subsidy Era Former Lagos State governor, Bola Tinubu, announced that since the end of the fuel subsidy era, the Nigerian government has achieved significant savings, surpassing […]
Lagos State Governor and President-Elect, Tinubu, has promptly submitted his ministerial list to the National Assembly, demonstrating his commitment to meet the constitutional deadline. The list was transmitted a day before the 60-day timeline’s expiration, which was set for July 28. In compliance with the constitutional provisions, Tinubu’s timely submission reflects his determination to swiftly […]
Chijioke Edeoga, the Labour Party governorship candidate in the 2023 general elections in Enugu state, has strongly condemned the killing of protesting traders at Ogbete market in Enugu on Wednesday. He expressed his dismay over the use of high-handed tactics by security agencies and the tragic loss of innocent lives during the protest. Reacting to […]
President Bola Tinubu has made a heartfelt appeal to organized labor, urging them to grant him more time to address their grievances instead of resorting to industrial action. The plea was revealed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, after he and his leadership team briefed the president on their engagement with […]
The National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the North-West region, Dr. Salihu Lukman, has expressed concern over the alleged decision to appoint Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje as the next National Chairman of the party without proper consultation with other power blocs and party organs, including the National Working Committee (NWC). He warned […]
In response to the recent fuel subsidy removal by the Federal Government, the Ebonyi State Government took decisive action to alleviate the suffering of its citizens by implementing an increment in the salaries of workers. The move was announced on Sunday by the Commissioner for Information and State Orientation, Engr Jude Okpor, during a […]
UNILAG Implements Significant Tuition Fee Hike for Undergraduates In a major development, the management of the prestigious University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced a substantial increase in tuition fees for undergraduate students, effective immediately. According to a statement released by the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) UNILAG branch on July 20, 2023, the […]
Abbas also read a letter from the Minority Caucus which detailed the names of the principal officers . L-R: Julius Ihonvbere (House Majority Leader), Adewunmi Onanuga (Deputy Chief Whip), Halims Abdullahi (Deputy Majority Leader), and Bello Kumo (Chief Whip) New Principal Officers Unveiled in 10th House of Representatives by Speaker Abbas The Speaker of the […]
Northern Leaders Reject Negotiating with Bandits, Warn Tinubu Prominent Northern leaders have vehemently opposed a suggestion made by former Zamfara State Governor, Malam Yerima Sani, urging President Bola Tinubu to negotiate with terrorists and bandits, similar to the amnesty granted to Niger Delta militants during Umaru Yar’Adua’s presidency. These leaders argue that negotiating with bandits […]
COMBO: Mmesoma Joy Ejikeme in her school uniform and holding the allegedly forged UTME results sheet Anambra Panel Confirms Mmesoma’s Admission of UTME Result Manipulation An eight-page report released by the committee of inquiry appointed by the Anambra State Government has verified that Mmesoma Ejikeme, a student of Anglican Girls Secondary School in Nnewi, manipulated […]
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State Urges Lapai Residents to Collaborate and Share Security Intelligence During his visit to the Emir of Lapai, Alhaji Umaru Bago Tafida, Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State emphasized the importance of residents actively sharing security intelligence with relevant authorities to combat the prevailing insecurity in the region. […]
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has unveiled plans to support commercial motorcyclists, commonly known as okada riders, in response to the removal of fuel subsidies. As part of these efforts, his administration will provide electric bikes to riders in the state. During a courtesy visit by participants of the Senior Executive Course 45, Group […]