< 1 mn read Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, highlighted the significance of preserving the Igbo people’s rich cultural heritage during the South East Traditional Rulers Council meeting in Umuahia. He described culture as a vital identity marker for any community and condemned internal power struggles and infighting within Igbo societies. Citing the Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka […]

< 1 mn read Comedian DeeOne has advised activist VeryDarkMan to refrain from involving singer Falz and his father, Femi Falana, in the ongoing controversy between Bobrisky and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The dispute centers on claims that EFCC officers allegedly accepted N15 million from Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, to dismiss money laundering charges […]

< 1 mn read The Managing Director of a leading sports betting firm, Ismaila Yusuf Atus, has highlighted the detrimental impact of multiple taxation on Nigerian businesses, identifying it as a significant barrier to growth and sustainability. During a press briefing in Abuja, Atus noted that both federal and state governments impose heavy taxes, further straining businesses financially. He […]

< 1 mn read Former National Secretary of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Dr. Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, has criticized Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, for not delivering on his 100-day pledge to eradicate banditry in the state. Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Shinkafi, who is also the Executive Director of the Patriots for the Advancement of Peace and […]

< 1 mn read The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has called on the Federal Government to boost its ownership in Dangote refinery from the current seven per cent to 45 per cent. PENGASSAN President, Mr. Festus Osifo, made this appeal while presenting the communique and recommendations from the 3rd PENGASSAN Energy and Labour […]

< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has urged creditors and multilateral financial institutions to consider debt forgiveness for Nigeria and other developing countries. Speaking during the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, called for reforms in the global financial system. Tinubu stressed the need for […]

< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has urged for significant reforms in the United Nations (UN) Security Council, advocating for permanent seats for Nigeria and other African nations. Speaking at the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, Tinubu highlighted the need for the UN to evolve to reflect global diversity, ensuring its […]

< 1 mn read Mr. Omoyele Sowore, Publisher of Sahara Reporters and rights activist, has raised serious concerns regarding Air Peace’s response to a recent incident involving a cracked windshield on an Embraer ERJ 145 aircraft. Sowore, who was a passenger on the flight from Akure to Abuja, questioned the airline’s assertion that the incident did not cause panic […]

< 1 mn read The Federal Government has highlighted security as a primary objective in its 2025 budget, aiming to create a conducive environment for capital accumulation across the nation. This was announced by Mr. Tanimu Yakubu, the Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, during a meeting in Abuja focused on preparing the 2025 budget using the […]

2 mn read In response to the recent devastating floods in Maiduguri and following President Bola Tinubu’s appeal for private sector support, Abdul Samad Rabiu, industrialist and founder of BUA Group, has pledged a generous N2 billion to aid victims and assist recovery efforts in Borno State. The substantial donation comprises N1 billion in cash and N1 billion […]

< 1 mn read Prominent agribusiness expert Adesanlu Omotoso Tosin has publicly endorsed Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa for re-election in the upcoming governorship election scheduled for November 16. Speaking at a declaration and endorsement meeting in Ondo West Local Government, Adesanlu commended Governor Aiyedatiwa for his numerous developmental projects since taking office. He urged the electorate to allow Aiyedatiwa to […]

< 1 mn read The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has initiated an investigation into claims that some of its officers accepted N15 million from Idris Okuneye, commonly known as Bobrisky, to dismiss money laundering charges against him. This investigation, directed by EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede, follows a viral video in which Bobrisky, a former convict, made these […]

< 1 mn read Average domestic air fare surged by 25.5% month-on-month (MoM) to N123,700 in August 2024, up from N98,561 in July 2024, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in its ‘Transport Fare Watch’ report released recently. Niger State recorded the highest air fare at N129,575, closely followed by Abuja at N129,442. The NBS report indicated […]

2 mn read The Federal Government has praised the National Media Complaints Commission (NMCC), Nigeria’s media ombudsman, for its impartial investigation that deemed Daily Trust’s report on the Samoa Agreement as inaccurate, misleading, and inconsistent with the Code of Ethics for Nigerian Journalists. Rabiu Ibrahim, Special Assistant to the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, stated that […]

< 1 mn read Cardoso, while presenting a communique from the Central Bank of Nigeria’s 297th Monetary Policy Committee meeting on Tuesday in Abuja, stated that the lifting of refined petroleum products from the Dangote refinery is expected to lower transportation costs, which will help ease food prices. “The committee expressed optimism that this development will significantly support the […]

< 1 mn read Zipline, a US-based drone technology company, is collaborating with the Nigerian government to transform healthcare accessibility and equity via advanced drone delivery solutions. The company’s Co-Founder, Keller Cliffton, announced the initiative on Tuesday in Lagos. The partnership aims to address healthcare gaps, improve infrastructure, and ensure timely delivery of medical supplies across Nigeria. Cliffton emphasized […]

< 1 mn read Traditional rulers have reiterated their demand for the release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), citing his detention as a contributing factor to the ongoing tension in the region. HRM Eze Linus Nto Mbah, Chairman of the Abia State Traditional Rulers Council, urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider […]

< 1 mn read No fewer than five police officers from the Kano State Police Command have been confirmed dead following a fatal motor accident on the Kano-Zaria highway. SP Abdullahi Haruna, the command’s spokesperson, reported that the incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, resulting in 11 others sustaining injuries. According to SP Haruna, the accident took […]

< 1 mn read In response to allegations of result manipulation in the Edo governorship election, the All Progressives Congress (APC) criticized Yiaga Africa, asserting that the election observer is not a parallel election authority. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Felix Morka, emphasized that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is the only statutory body responsible for conducting […]

< 1 mn read The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Yemi Cardoso, announced that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) unanimously agreed to tighten the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) during their 297th meeting in Abuja on Tuesday. Cardoso, who chairs the MPC, confirmed that 11 of the 12 members present supported the decision. The MPC has raised […]