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Ogunleye mentioned that Ango brings a wealth of experience and a strong dedication to youth advocacy to this important position. The new appointee, Abdullahi Suleiman Ango. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Abdullahi Suleiman Ango as the Mandate Secretary for the newly established Youth Development Secretariat within the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). This announcement […]
House of Representatives The House of Representatives has decided to dissolve the current ad-hoc Joint Downstream and Midstream Committee that was investigating the importation of adulterated petroleum products, the unavailability of crude oil for domestic refineries, and other critical energy security concerns. During the committee’s inauguration the previous Monday, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, speaking on […]
Tinubu’s address followed days of protests in multiple cities across the country, which the PDP claims were prompted by its urging of the president to respond. President Bola Tinubu The PDP has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent address, labeling it as insensitive to the hardships faced by Nigerians. In a statement released on Sunday, […]
Protesters hold placards during a ‘Enough is Enough’ demonstration called by far-right activists near a hotel housing asylum seekers in Aldershot on August 4, 2024 [Credit: AFP] The UK government issued a stern warning on Sunday, stating that violent disorder would “not be tolerated” after police arrested dozens of individuals at far-right rallies where clashes […]
A parody account falsely attributed remarks to General Babangida, implying he favored military rule over democracy. Former Military President, Ibrahim Babangida. Former Military President Ibrahim Babangida has disavowed a post from a parody social media account falsely endorsing military rule over democracy. The parody account, @General_Ibbro on X (formerly Twitter), wrongly attributed statements to General […]
The state government stated that the unrest following the protests across various parts of the country had validated Governor Abiodun’s stance A file photo of Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun. Twitter/@dabiodunMFR On Saturday, the Ogun State Government dismissed the allegation that Governor Dapo Abiodun called Nigerians sore losers over the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protest as entirely […]
Onyeka Onwenu Veteran Nigerian singer, songwriter, and actress Onyeka Onwenu has passed away. According to reports, the iconic artist died on Tuesday night after performing at an event in Banana Island, Lagos. She was 72 years old. Onwenu reportedly collapsed after her performance at the birthday celebration of Stella Okoli, the owner of Emzor Pharmaceuticals. […]
FILE PHOTO: Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume The Federal Government has spent over $1.5 billion since 2020 to protect the nation’s oil installations and combat crude oil theft. This was disclosed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, on Thursday during a public hearing of the […]
The Federal Government has issued a stern warning that it will not tolerate any form of corruption or indiscipline among officers and personnel of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), delivered this message on Tuesday in Abuja during his first strategic meeting with Sector […]
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has urged Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and other stakeholders planning to participate in the national hunger protests to avoid actions that could compromise the peace and security of the state. Osun State Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Mr. Kolapo Alimi, stated in Osogbo on Tuesday that Adeleke […]
The police insist on identifying the protest organizers to ensure that anonymous groups do not jeopardize the country’s peace. FILES: IGP Kayode Egbetokun Nigeria Police Defend Request for Protesters’ Details On Sunday, the Nigeria Police Force defended its request for the names and other details of participants in the upcoming nationwide #EndBadGovernance protest scheduled for […]
He also approved the appointment of Dr. Muntaqa Sadiq as the National Coordinator for the unit. (FILES) President Bola Tinubu signs a document President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of the Sector-wide Coordinating Office-Programme Management Unit (SCO-PMU) within the Office of the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare. According to a statement released […]
He acknowledged the hardships Nigerians are facing due to recent economic reforms, especially the removal of fuel subsidies. Vice President Kashim Shettima. VP Shettima: Focus on Problem-Solving, Not Protests On Friday, Vice President Kashim Shettima emphasized the importance of solving problems over protesting as the Federal Government announced its participation in the Grand Challenges Nigeria […]
Calls for the End Bad Governance protest gained significant momentum on social media. FILES: IGP Kayode Egbetokun. Police Request Details from Protesters Ahead of August 1 Nationwide Demonstrations Ahead of the planned nationwide protest set to begin on August 1, police authorities are requesting details from demonstrators. During a briefing in Abuja on Friday, Inspector […]
Victor Osimhen Victor Osimhen is set for a €4 million wage increase at Paris Saint-Germain, having reportedly agreed to personal terms with the French champions. According to Tuttosport, the Nigerian striker has agreed to a five-year deal worth €14 million per season, up from his current €10 million annual salary at Napoli. Osimhen’s agent, Roberto […]
Aliko Dangote Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, asserted that substandard petroleum products are being imported into the country and sold to unsuspecting Nigerians. During a visit from the House of Representatives leadership, led by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, to the Dangote Refinery in Lagos State, Dangote emphasized the need […]
Abike Dabiri-Erewa The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, announced on Wednesday that an additional 250 Nigerians will soon be repatriated from the United Arab Emirates. This follows the Federal Government’s recent repatriation of 190 Nigerians from the UAE on Tuesday. The returnees were received at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in […]
TotalEnergies has announced the sale of its participation stake in three additional licenses, primarily generating gas, to a Mauritian company. These assets currently contribute 40% of Nigeria’s LNG production. Despite the divestment, TotalEnergies will retain its production share, ensuring continued access to essential infrastructure and pipelines required for supplying gas […]
Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have arrested Linus Williams, a crypto billionaire popularly known as BLord. BLord was apprehended in Abuja on Tuesday following allegations against his companies, which include cryptocurrency fraud, terrorism funding, and aiding internet fraud. In an interview with our correspondent, Force spokesperson Muyiwa Adejobi confirmed the arrest and […]
Palace sources reported that the perpetrators forced open a door, set the fire, and then locked it, resulting in damage to the throne, air conditioners, and other FILE: Emir Sanusi delivering a sermon during Jumma’t in Kano on Friday, May 31, 2024 A fire has gutted a section of the palace of the 16th Emir […]