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< 1 mn read Mr. Kennedy Iyere, the governorship candidate of the Accord Party, has officially withdrawn from the 2024 Edo Gubernatorial election. Iyere cited his desire to serve Nigeria at a higher level, using his expertise to tackle social and economic challenges, particularly the food and hunger crisis, as the primary reason for his withdrawal. He previously presented […]

< 1 mn read Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has pledged to uphold the constitution of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) regarding the ongoing chairmanship crisis within the party. In a statement from his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Governor Adeleke emphasized that he is aligned solely with the party’s constitution. He stated, “I stand by the Constitution of our […]

< 1 mn read The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) conducted a significant operation in Ibadan, Oyo State, destroying substandard products, including counterfeit drugs and medical devices valued at N43 billion. The destruction took place at the Moniya dump site in the Akinyele Local Government Area, with representatives from security agencies and the Oyo […]

< 1 mn read The Court of Appeal, Abuja division, has approved the request from the federal government and former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Walter Onnoghen, to settle the appeal regarding his removal as CJN. During the resumed hearing, Dr. Ogwu Onoja, lead counsel for Onnoghen, informed the three-member panel that both parties are in discussions for a […]

< 1 mn read The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) announced that water from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon has been released into the Niger and Benue Rivers, prompting a warning for residents in flood-prone areas to relocate to safer locations. This release follows a recent tragedy in Maiduguri, where over 30 people died and thousands of homes were […]

< 1 mn read Mr. David Roberts, a former British diplomat, has cautioned the federal government about the upcoming protests regarding the rising cost of living, suggesting that foreign interests may be influencing the organizers. The Coalition of Concerned Nigerian Citizens announced plans for significant protests on October 1, 2024, if the government fails to address the escalating cost […]

< 1 mn read Leaders from over 60 youth organizations have announced that their members will not partake in the planned national protest against the Federal Government on October 1. Duke Alamboye, President of the Nigeria Youth Organisation, made this announcement during a courtesy visit to Dr. Dennis Otuaro, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), in Abuja. The […]

< 1 mn read Tantita Security Ambassadors have commended Tantita Security Services for its commitment to protecting the ozone layer and addressing environmental degradation in the Niger Delta. In a statement marking World Ozone Layer Preservation Day on September 16, the group’s Coordinator Efe Kwakpovwe, Secretary Andrew Efole, and Public Relations Officer Stanley Umukoro highlighted the firm’s contributions through […]

< 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 […]