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Fresh details have emerged regarding the sealing of the Kofar Kudu entrance to the palace of the Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, by security operatives on Friday. The move, reportedly aimed at preventing unrest, occurred in Bichi town, where the Emir was set to install a district head. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has inaugurated the IBILE Oil Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) initiative, emphasizing his administration’s dedication to cleaner energy, environmental sustainability, and economic empowerment. Speaking at the Pilot CNG Vehicle Conversion Training in Yaba, organized by IBILE Oil & Gas Corporation (IOGC), the Governor, represented by Deputy Governor Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, described … Read more
As opposition grows against the proposed Tax Reform Bills in the National Assembly, influential Northern groups have expressed concerns over the potential economic implications for the region. These groups, while acknowledging the importance of tax reforms, have insisted on specific conditions to ensure the measures do not exacerbate the North’s existing economic challenges. The opposition … Read more
Despite recent directives from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to curb artificial cash scarcity, findings indicate that the situation remains dire in parts of the country. A November 29 circular, signed by Acting Directors Solaja Olayemi and Isa-Olatinwo Aisha, directed Deposit Money Banks to ensure efficient cash disbursement via ATMs and over-the-counter channels, warning … Read more
The Federal Government has confirmed February 2025 as the date for the much-anticipated National Youth Conference, which aims to address pressing issues like unemployment, education, and youth inclusion in governance. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare from Government BREAKING: … Read more
The Federal Government has released the final list of successful candidates for recruitment into the Federal Fire Service (FFS), according to a statement by Ja’afaru Ahmed, Secretary of the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB), on Saturday. Ahmed announced that candidates could check their recruitment status on the board’s portal, cdcfib.career, starting … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has expressed optimism about the ongoing transformative changes in Nigeria, particularly in the areas of security and economic development. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare from Government BREAKING: IGP Egbetokun Orders Major Shake-Up, Deploys New AIG … Read more
Louise Hollis, recognized by the Guinness World Records for having the longest toenails, has passed away at the age of 86. Her daughter, Dana, confirmed the news to Guinness World Records and shared it on Facebook, thanking fans for their love and support over the years. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant … Read more
The cryptocurrency market continues to present lucrative opportunities for investors, with December offering a prime window to acquire promising assets at competitive rates. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare from Government BREAKING: IGP Egbetokun Orders Major Shake-Up, Deploys New … Read more
Spotify has crowned Nigerian singer Ayra Starr as the most streamed female artiste in Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya, according to the platform’s 2024 Wrapped report. This revelation highlights the dominance of African women in shaping the continent’s music scene. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals … Read more
The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, has assured Nigerians that the company’s recruitment process will be transparent, inclusive, and fair. Addressing job applicants at the Ansar-Ud-Deen Society Centenary Resource Centre in Maitama, Abuja, on Saturday, Kyari reaffirmed the company’s commitment to a merit-based employment process. EDITOR’S … Read more
The Federal Government on Friday initiated the long-awaited payment of outstanding entitlements to military retirees after months of delays and assurances without fulfillment. The retirees, who had been owed a 20% to 28% salary increment covering January to November 2024, staged a protest at the Ministry of Finance on Thursday, expressing frustration over the prolonged … Read more
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association (PETROAN) has reached an agreement with the Dangote Refinery to lift petroleum products directly, ensuring seamless distribution across depots and retail outlets during the yuletide season. This development was confirmed in a statement by PETROAN’s National Public Relations Officer, Dr. Joseph Obele, on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares … Read more
Fresh details have surfaced on why the UK’s Upper Immigration Tribunal approved the deportation of Pastor Tobi Adegboyega, the founder of the Salvation Proclaimers Anointed Church (SPAC Nation). The 44-year-old cleric, who arrived in the UK in 2005 on a visitor visa but overstayed, sought to remain on human rights grounds, citing his marriage to … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointments of Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) for key Nigerian agencies, including the National Universities Commission (NUC), the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), the Solid Minerals Development Fund/Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (SMDF/PAGMI), and the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD). This announcement was made in a statement … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed profound sorrow over the death of esteemed Islamic cleric, Sheikh Muyideen Ajani Bello, whose passing at the age of 84 was announced on Friday by Alfa Aribidesi of At-Tawdeeh Islamic Da’awah. In a statement issued by the presidency, Tinubu paid tribute to Sheikh Bello’s lifetime devotion to serving Allah … Read more
The Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, Bayo Onanuga, has dismissed concerns from the Muslim North regarding the Tax Reform Bill, clarifying that it does not include provisions for taxing family inheritance, which is prohibited under Islamic law. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle … Read more
The Nigerian Police have filed 12 additional charges against prominent human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi at the Federal High Court in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, intensifying his legal battle over allegations of cybercrime. Farotimi, who was arrested in Lagos on Tuesday and transferred to Ekiti State, first appeared before the court on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: … Read more
The Muslim community in Nigeria is mourning the loss of one of its most respected and influential figures, Alhaji Muyideen Bello, who passed away at the age of 84. His death marks the end of an era for a scholar whose teachings and spiritual leadership profoundly impacted countless lives. Born in 1940 in Ibadan, Alhaji … Read more
In the first nine months of 2024, 29 Nigerian state governors collectively spent N1.994tn on recurrent expenditures, including refreshments, allowances, travel, and utilities, while facing significant revenue shortfalls, according to findings. The states secured loans totaling N533.29bn and allocated N658.93bn to debt servicing but failed to meet their internally generated revenue (IGR) targets. They generated … Read more