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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Abuja building collapse Four individuals have been rescued from the rubble of a collapsed two-storey building near Cupid Hotel, Sultan Dansuki Road, Phase 2, Site 2, Kubwa, Bwari Area Council, on Saturday. Mrs. Florence Wenegieme, the Acting Director of the FCT Federal Emergency Management Department, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday. She noted, “The […]
The Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Martin Amaewhule, has issued a 7-day ultimatum to Governor Siminalayi Fubara to resubmit the 2024 budget. This order comes after the first session of the pro-Wike House on Monday, following a hiatus of several months. Meanwhile, a parallel session is being held by another House led by […]
CBN Warns Banks, FX Dealers Against Rejecting Lower Dollar Denominations and Old Bills The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a warning to Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) and authorized forex dealers, advising them against rejecting old and lower denomination dollar bills from customers. This directive follows numerous complaints from customers after the CBN conducted […]
He urged the government to safeguard existing businesses, particularly manufacturers, by creating a conducive environment for their growth. Dangote Criticizes CBN’s Interest Rate Hike Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has criticized the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recent interest rate hike to nearly 30%. Speaking at the opening session of […]
In an effort to fortify healthcare delivery in Nigeria, the Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria (NWAN) and other stakeholders have encouraged medical practitioners to collaborate. At the Women in Medicine, Health, and Wellness conference of the association, which was held in Abuja on Thursday and was themed “Strengthening Networks for Prompt Diagnosis and Care,” the […]