< 1 mn read The All Progressives Congress (APC) has appointed Ojukaye Flag-Amachree to its campaign council for the upcoming governorship election in Edo State. This appointment, confirmed by a letter from the APC’s National Organising Secretary, Sulaiman Muhammad Argungu, recognizes Flag-Amachree’s long-standing commitment to the party and his impressive political track record. Flag-Amachree, a former political associate of […]

< 1 mn read The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kano State secured the conviction of 22 drug dealers in July 2024, marking a significant victory in its ongoing battle against drug trafficking and abuse. Kano NDLEA Commander Abubakar Idris-Ahmad disclosed this achievement while briefing journalists on Thursday. Among the convicted individuals, Abubakar Mu’azu’s arrest was particularly […]

< 1 mn read Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has urged residents not to partake in the planned protest over hunger and insecurity, slated to begin on August 1. During an inspection of the ongoing construction of Saburi Road in Abuja, Wike emphasized that the current hardships are temporary and assured that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is […]

< 1 mn read Mixed reactions continue to trail the planned nationwide protest called by some unnamed groups over the current hardship in Nigeria. The protest, scheduled for August 1, has generated diverse opinions across the country, as reported by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). In Ibadan, some respondents opposed the protest, citing potential disruptions to daily activities […]

< 1 mn read The Progressives Governors’ Forum (PGF) has urged Nigerians to remain patient as President Bola Tinubu’s reforms face initial challenges. Following a closed-door meeting on Wednesday night, the governors, elected on the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform, expressed optimism about the country’s future despite current economic difficulties. Addressing journalists, PGF Chairman and Imo State Governor Hope […]

2 mn read Women groups and supporters of Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume from the Southern Borno Senatorial District have vowed to stage a naked protest at the National Assembly. This action comes in response to Ndume’s removal as Chief Whip and Vice-Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriation, following his critical remarks about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, […]

< 1 mn read A Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled September 24 to hear two motions filed by the Edo Government and the House of Assembly challenging the reinstatement of Philip Shaibu as Deputy Governor of Edo State. These motions, filed by the state’s Attorney General, Oluwole Iyamu, SAN, and the House of Assembly’s lawyer, Ken Mozia, […]

< 1 mn read In response to rising tensions and the threat of a nationwide protest, President Bola Tinubu and governors from the All Progressives Congress (APC) are engaged in an emergency meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. This closed-door session aims to develop strategies to address the concerns of protest leaders and seek a peaceful resolution. The […]

2 mn read The Abuja International Carnival, a celebration showcasing Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage, is set to return after an eight-year hiatus. Hannatu Musawa, Minister of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy, officially unveiled the logo of the rebranded carnival at a ceremony in Abuja. The event, organized by the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, and the Creative […]

< 1 mn read The Benue Government has begun distributing food palliatives donated by the Federal Government through the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to assist the state’s most vulnerable citizens. The distribution includes 17,940 bags of maize (50kg each) and 4,132 bags of garri (25kg each), allocated to the 276 council wards in the state. Each ward will […]

< 1 mn read The House Committee on Aviation recently questioned Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, about the deteriorating infrastructure at Nigeria’s local and international airports. During an interface meeting in Abuja, Rep. Abdullah Garba, Chairman of the House Committee, highlighted the pressing need for government intervention to address the problematic state of airport infrastructures. […]

< 1 mn read The Federal Government of Nigeria has reduced the allowances for Nigerian students studying in Moscow, Russia, due to ongoing economic challenges. This decision was announced in a letter dated July 23, 2024, issued to the scholars’ association by the Federal Scholarship Board under the Federal Ministry of Education. The letter, signed by Ndajiwo H.A., the […]

< 1 mn read Reports indicate that various Nigerian groups are planning a nationwide protest between August 1 and 10 to address the country’s rising cost of living and economic hardship. In response to these planned protests, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, is currently holding a closed-door meeting with ministers regarding the proposed […]

< 1 mn read Senator Ifeanyi Ubah has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing the Southeast Development Commission Bill into law. This bill is a significant step towards addressing longstanding developmental challenges and fostering regional unity in the Southeast. “The passage of this bill marks the culmination of the Southeast’s tireless efforts, as championed by me and other […]

< 1 mn read On Wednesday, four officials from the West African Examination Council (WAEC) were detained by the House of Representatives Committee on Basic Examination Bodies due to their failure to adequately address questions during an investigative hearing in Abuja. The detained officials were Amos Josiah Dangut, Head of National Office; Angus Okeleze, Senior Deputy Registrar; Victor Odu, […]

< 1 mn read On Monday, July 22, the House of Representatives initiated an investigation into the claims made by Farouk Ahmed, the CEO of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), regarding the sulphur content in diesel produced at the Dangote Refinery. The House has recommended President Ahmed Tinubu suspend Ahmed pending a thorough investigation. This […]