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President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of a new management team for the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC). According to a statement from presidential spokesman Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Engr. Jennifer Adighije has been named the new Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer. Other members of the management team include Engr. Abdullahi Kassim as Executive Director […]
The state government accused the Chinese company of backing out of earlier discussions aimed at an amicable resolution of the case. A file photo of Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun. Twitter/@dabiodunMFR On Thursday, the Ogun State Government criticized the process that led to the provisional seizure of three Nigerian-owned aircraft in France by the Judicial […]
Peter Obi The 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, has called the seizure of aircraft from Nigeria’s Presidential Air Fleet an international embarrassment. Obi stated that this incident highlights Nigeria’s failed leadership and disregard for the rule of law in a democracy. He remarked, “The ongoing international news about the seizure […]
Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, has disclosed that approximately 67% of Nigerian doctors are currently practicing in the United Kingdom. He also emphasized the global demand for Nigerian-trained doctors and nurses, noting that the UK’s National Health Service […]
L-R: Vice President Kashim Shettima, Former President Goodluck Jonathan, President Bola Tinubu, Former President Muhammadu Buhari and the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, at the Council of State meeting held at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. Council of State meeting The Federal Government has traced at least N83 billion in cryptocurrency and fiat money linked to […]
President Bola Tinubu President Bola Tinubu stated that Nigeria is ready to transform the challenges posed by climate change into opportunities for economic growth and sustainable development. He highlighted that rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and shifting rainfall patterns are threatening Nigeria’s development and the well-being of its citizens. Tinubu made these remarks in a […]
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced that President Bola Tinubu’s administration has established the framework to create three million jobs for Nigerian youth through the Three Million Technical Talent Programme (3MTT). This was revealed in a statement by the Minister’s Special Assistant on […]
President Bola Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has approved the National Policy on Health Workforce Migration to address the challenges facing Nigeria’s healthcare sector. The announcement was made by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, on his X handle on Monday. Prof. Pate emphasized that the policy is not just a […]
Ngelale stated that Tinubu’s visit to the Central African country is at the invitation of President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo FILE: Tinubu Departs Lagos For Qatar on Working Visit President Bola Tinubu is set to begin a three-day official visit to Equatorial Guinea on Wednesday. This was disclosed in a statement on Tuesday by Ajuri […]
Anyaoku, who also serves as the Chairman of the Patriots, mentioned that this was one of the proposals presented during the meeting with the President at the State House in Abuja. former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Emeka Anyaoku, Former Commonwealth Secretary-General Emeka Anyaoku has called on President Bola Tinubu to convene a national constituent assembly to draft […]
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 […]