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Peter Obi pledged to fulfill Dele Farotimi’s ₦30 million bail conditions. Farotimi faces defamation charges and was granted bail by Ekiti Court. Obi seeks resolution in the best interests of all involved parties. Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has pledged to fulfill the bail conditions set for human rights lawyer, … Read more
Dele Farotimi was granted ₦30 million bail with strict conditions. Conditions include a bond, sureties, passport submission, and no media interviews. His arrest followed defamation charges linked to his published book. Controversial human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi has been granted bail by an Ado Ekiti Magistrate Court under stringent conditions. The court approved the bail … Read more
Prominent human rights lawyer and activist, Dele Farotimi, appeared at the Ekiti Magistrate Court on Friday amidst heightened security measures. Reports indicate that the court premises were heavily guarded by police officers and other law enforcement agents as the highly anticipated hearing commenced. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and Families of … Read more
Despite the recent reduction in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to ₦899.50 per litre by Dangote Petroleum Refinery, motorists and consumers have yet to see a reduction in pump prices as many petrol stations in Lagos and across the country maintain their rates. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and … Read more
The House of Representatives will donate N704.91m to support vulnerable Nigerians. This amount was raised through a six-month 50% salary cut by lawmakers. The funds will be handed over on December 31 for the needy’s benefit. The House of Representatives has announced plans to present N704.91 million to President Bola Tinubu on December 31, 2024, … Read more
Opposition parties criticized Tinubu’s N47.9tn 2025 budget as unrealistic and impractical. They flagged concerns over borrowing reliance, inflation targets, and poor implementation. Calls were made for transparent policies to tackle economic challenges effectively. The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) have expressed strong reservations about … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has introduced significant tax reforms aimed at reshaping Nigeria’s economic landscape. While these reforms align with his campaign promises to end fuel subsidies and broaden the tax net, they have triggered debates about their potential impact on the average Nigerian. Will these changes provide the fiscal boost the country needs, or … Read more
Pastor Kumuyi urges leaders to show empathy and address the suffering of Nigerians. Global Crusade and Retreat will offer spiritual empowerment and miraculous transformations. Kumuyi encourages youth to join the Impact Programme and engage in righteous leadership. Pastor William Folorunsho Kumuyi, the General Superintendent of Deeper Life Bible Church, has urged Nigerian leaders to … Read more
The Shiroro-Katampe 330kV transmission line was vandalized, causing a blackout in Abuja. TCN confirmed conductor components were stolen and repair efforts are ongoing. Nigerians are urged to report suspicious activities to prevent future vandalism. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced the vandalism of one of its critical infrastructures, the Shiroro-Katampe 330kV transmission line, … Read more
FG launches campaign to raise awareness on the dangers of irregular migration in North-West. Youths urged to take part in government empowerment programs to avoid migration. Factors like unemployment and conflict cited as drivers of irregular migration. The Federal Government has launched a campaign to raise awareness among youths in the North-West about the … Read more
President Bola Tinubu redeployed 11 federal permanent secretaries across ministries. Handovers must be finalized by December 31, 2024, per OHCSF directives. The move aligns with ongoing governance reforms to boost efficiency nationwide. President Bola Tinubu has approved the redeployment of 11 federal permanent secretaries across various ministries. The announcement was made in a statement issued … Read more
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has described allegations that the Assembly spent ₦17 billion on constructing a gate as baseless and laughable. The claim, made by a self-proclaimed group called the Lagos State Anti-Corruption Coalition, also sought an investigation into the purported expenditure. Addressing the allegations during plenary, Obasa … Read more
The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has stated that the Edo State House of Assembly lacks the constitutional authority to suspend elected local government chairmen and their deputies. Fagbemi made this remark during an event on Thursday, where he noted that his knowledge of the specific political … Read more
PoS operators in Nigeria raised fees due to a new ₦50 levy. The ₦50 levy applies to transactions of ₦10,000 or more. The charge affects both fintech platforms and bank-affiliated PoS agents. Point-of-Sale (PoS) operators across Nigeria have increased their withdrawal fees, now charging between ₦150 and ₦200 for every ₦5,000 transaction, up from ₦100 … Read more
Dangote Refinery reduces PMS price to N899.50 per litre. Price cut aims to ease transport costs during holidays. Consumers can buy extra litre on credit with bank guarantee. Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction in the price of its Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to N899.50 per litre, effective immediately. The announcement was made in … Read more
The Major Energy Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN) has reported a marginal decrease in the landing cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), signaling some stability in the downstream petroleum sector. According to MEMAN, the landing cost of PMS fell slightly to ₦970 per litre in December 2024, compared to ₦971 per litre in November. This … Read more
Dangote Refinery PLC has dismissed reports claiming that a $1 billion loan from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) was crucial in resolving its liquidity issues. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and Families of Fallen Heroes Current Cement Prices: Dangote, BUA, Others This Festive Season Fatal Crash on Lagos Third Mainland … Read more
Ondo South Senator, Jimoh Ibrahim, has revealed that President Bola Tinubu is poised to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Nigeria’s security framework in 2025 to combat rising insecurity. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, Senator Ibrahim emphasized that AI and advanced technology would bolster efforts to track and neutralize criminals, including bandits, kidnappers, … Read more
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has confirmed that its website has been hacked, adding to the growing wave of cyberattacks targeting public institutions in Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and Families of Fallen Heroes Current Cement Prices: Dangote, BUA, Others This Festive Season Fatal Crash on Lagos Third Mainland Bridge; … Read more
A tragic stampede at a children’s funfair in Islamic High School, Basorun, Ibadan, Oyo State, on Wednesday has left multiple casualties, with the organisers now in custody. Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, confirmed the arrests and ongoing investigations through a statement on his official X handle. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and … Read more