< 1 mn read Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State announced that his administration has paid over N14.5 billion towards various pension obligations. This commitment underscores the government’s dedication to ensuring prompt and sustainable payments to employees. During an interactive meeting with senior officials in Asaba, Oborevwori emphasized his administration’s resolve to make the 2025 budget reflective of community […]

< 1 mn read A Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has ordered Belemaoil Producing Limited to pay $21.858 million and N10.81 billion to BGP/CNPC International Nigeria Limited for unpaid services related to a contract. BGP/CNPC, a Nigerian limited liability company, claimed in suit No. PHC/3442/S/2022 that a tripartite contract signed on February 4, 2019, obligated them to […]

< 1 mn read Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, announced that the government’s economic reforms have resulted in a net inflow of $16.45 billion into the country’s foreign reserves in the first seven months of the year. Speaking at the 2024 Access Bank Annual Corporate Forum in Lagos, he emphasized plans […]

< 1 mn read Despite heightened insecurity nationwide, more Nigerians are opting for “night travels” due to rising transport fares and other factors. With petrol prices reaching N1,000 per litre at many stations, travelers are seeking the most affordable options, which are typically offered by luxury bus companies operating at night. For example, a journey from Lagos to the […]

2 mn read Residents of Maiduguri, Borno State, are expressing outrage over the steep prices charged for canoe rides, a vital means of transportation following recent floods that devastated the city. With many roads rendered impassable, canoes have become essential for moving both people and their belongings. Last week, local canoe owners generously volunteered their services to evacuate […]

2 mn read Ordinarily, a cul-de-sac refers to a street closed at one end, a term derived from the French meaning “bottom of a sack.” In the context of Nigeria’s economy, it symbolizes the dead-end created by the government’s policies of petrol subsidy removal and naira flotation. Under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, there appears to be a significant […]

< 1 mn read Mr. Deji Adeyanju, a lawyer representing #EndBadGovernance protesters, announced that the Citizens’ Liberties Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) successfully secured the release of six protesters in Kano State. This development comes as 67 civil society organizations condemned attacks on civic space and democracy, emphasizing the Nigerian populace’s demand for good governance. Adeyanju reported […]

< 1 mn read The Association for Fertility and Reproductive Health (AFRH) has stated that Nigeria is still far from establishing globally competitive standards in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) due to inadequate data reporting and a lack of robust regulation. At the 14th Annual International Conference of the association held in Abuja, President Prof. Preye Fiebai highlighted the necessity […]

< 1 mn read Nigeria’s intra-Africa trade saw a remarkable 195 percent Year-on-Year increase in the second quarter of 2024, reaching N2.911 trillion, up from N985.17 billion in the same period last year. This growth is largely attributed to enhanced market access under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), this […]

< 1 mn read Senator Adams Oshiomhole’s track record as a political leader raises serious questions about his judgment and accountability. By his own admission, he failed to effectively endorse and promote Godwin Obaseki during the governorship race in 2016. At that time, Obaseki was focused on his financial services company, Afrinvest, and was largely unrecognized as a viable […]

< 1 mn read The recent flooding in Borno State underscores a critical failure in policy implementation and infrastructure management. Governor Babagana Zulum’s admission that the Alau Dam’s structural faults were identified nine years ago, yet remain unaddressed, reveals a troubling pattern of neglect. The tragic consequences—over 30 lives lost, nearly 500,000 displaced, and significant property damage—could have been […]

< 1 mn read The Okpai Power Plant in Delta State has recently become a focal point of debate, especially following Senator Ned Nwoko’s calls for its completion. While his passion for the project is understandable, it’s important to clarify the ownership and governance of this significant infrastructure. The Okpai Power Plant is a joint venture involving the Nigerian […]

< 1 mn read The clatter in the hall fell silent as uniformed personnel marched in, their boots thudding against the floor. In a solemn ceremony marking the 214th anniversary of the Mexican War of Independence, a flag adorned with the green, white, and red stripes was presented to Alfredo Miranda, the Mexican Ambassador to Nigeria. This event took […]

< 1 mn read Senator Adams Oshiomhole recently directed disparaging comments at Mrs. Betsy Obaseki, the wife of Edo State’s governor, regarding her childlessness. Similarly, JD Vance in the U.S. has also targeted women without children, including Vice President Kamala Harris. These remarks reflect a troubling trend of belittling women based on their reproductive choices. In response, Mrs. Obaseki […]

< 1 mn read The Association of Private Practising Surveyors of Nigeria (APPSN), a subgroup of the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors (NIS), has raised concerns over declining ethical standards within the surveying profession. During their 2024 Annual Professional Workshop and Luncheon held in Lagos, they stressed the need for concerted efforts to uphold the profession’s integrity and reputation. With […]