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A fire incident struck a private telecommunications facility in Abuja’s upscale Maitama district, spreading to a nearby restaurant. In addition, another fire was reported in the Wuse area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). According to the FCT Fire Service’s Asokoro division, which confirmed the incidents on Saturday, no casualties have been reported from either … Read more
The administration of President Bola Tinubu has officially endorsed the upcoming Ogbomoso Cradle Carnival 2024, scheduled for December in Oyo State, according to a statement by the Federal Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy. The ministry’s confirmation, conveyed through a letter dated October 9, praised Oba Ghandi Olaoye, the Soun of Ogbomosoland, … Read more
Former Deputy Governor of Delta State, Professor Amos Utuama (SAN), has died at the age of 77. While details regarding his death remain unclear, Utuama’s passing has sparked an outpouring of tributes from prominent figures across Delta State. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End As FG Promises Payment Resolution Eredo LCDA Shares Update on … Read more
The administration of President Bola Tinubu has disbursed funds to address the backlog of salaries owed to the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) of Federal Universities, as well as benefits for retirees under the Nigerian Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme. This financial intervention, confirmed in a statement issued on Saturday by Bawa Mokwa, Director of … Read more
Taoreed Jimoh Adedigba, the immediate past Chairman of Akinyele Local Government Area, passed away on Friday. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End As FG Promises Payment Resolution Eredo LCDA Shares Update on Lawal Street Road Construction in Odomola Withdraw Tax Reform Bill From NASS – NEC Urges Tinubu EKO HOT BLOG reports that a close … Read more
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has dismissed the fainting incident involving six suspects during their court arraignment on Friday as a deliberate ploy to garner public sympathy. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End As FG Promises Payment Resolution Eredo LCDA Shares Update on Lawal Street Road Construction in Odomola Withdraw Tax Reform … Read more
Nigerian skit maker Aloma Isaac Junior, popularly known as Zicsaloma, expressed deep gratitude after narrowly escaping a serious accident involving the collapse of his plaster of Paris (POP) ceiling. In a video shared on his Instagram page, Zicsaloma showed the aftermath of the incident, which took place in his living room shortly after his team … Read more
Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has taken charge of the case involving 75 young #EndBadGovernance protesters, aged between 12 and 15, who appeared before the Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday. The youths are facing ten charges, including terrorism, attempted overthrow of the government, and alleged mutiny due … Read more
Oil marketers disclosed on Friday that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s price for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, is between N1,015 and N1,028 per liter, depending on purchase volume. In response, marketers announced plans to import petrol and sell it at a lower price than both the Dangote Refinery and the Nigerian National … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to the Tax Reform Bill currently under consideration in the National Assembly, firmly rejecting the National Economic Council’s (NEC) request to withdraw the bill for additional consultations. The NEC, led by Vice President Kashim Shettima and composed of the 36 state governors, had advised the President to pause … Read more
The Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday ordered the final forfeiture of $2.045 million, seven premium properties, and share certificates linked to former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, to the Federal Government. Justice Deinde Dipeolu issued the ruling after no opposition was presented by Emefiele or any other claimants following the … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly arrested several Edo State government officials who are signatories to the state government accounts. According to sources who spoke to news reporters on Friday, approximately five officials, including the Accountant General of Edo State, are currently being held at the EFCC’s Benin office. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, … Read more
The newly appointed Acting Chief of Army Staff, Major General Olufemi Oluyede, formally took over command today, Friday, November 1, 2024, in an official handover ceremony at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End As FG Promises Payment Resolution Eredo LCDA Shares Update on Lawal Street Road Construction in … Read more
The Chairman of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) in Benue State, Gideon Akaa, clarified on Friday that discussions are still ongoing regarding a new minimum wage, countering rumors of a proposed N40,000 wage circulating on social media. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End As FG Promises Payment Resolution Eredo LCDA Shares Update on Lawal … Read more
Martins Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), is set to appear in court today on charges of impersonation after a recent video showed him wearing Nigeria Police Force (NPF) uniforms without authorization. The allegations follow a viral video where VDM presented himself as “CSP VeryDarkMan” and claimed to be Nigeria’s “number one online police officer,” … Read more
At least 54 bodies have been recovered from a tragic boat accident involving approximately 200 traders in Kogi State. This was disclosed on Saturday by Justin Uwazuruonye, the Head of Operations for the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in Kogi State. Uwazuruonye explained that the victims were confirmed dead and that the absence of a … Read more
Nigerian film icon, Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, popularly known as Charles Olumo or Baba Agbako, was buried on Thursday in, Ogun State, following his passing at the age of 101. A celebrated figure in the Yoruba film industry, Baba Agbako’s burial was held at his residence, attended by close family, friends, and notable figures in Nollywood. Among … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed that its investigations into former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, and popular cross-dresser Okuneye Idris, known as Bobrisky, are ongoing. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede, represented by the agency’s Director of Public Affairs, Wilson … Read more
Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju disclosed that Martins Vincent Otse, known as social media activist “VeryDarkMan,” has been detained by the Nigerian Police following a recent incident involving the use of a police uniform. According to Naija News, this detention came hours after Otse publicly apologized to the police in a viral video for wearing … Read more
The Federal Government has appealed to the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) to end their ongoing strike, which has forced public universities across Nigeria to shut down since Monday. Dr. Yusuf Sununu, the outgoing Minister of State for Education, conveyed this appeal … Read more