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Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has approved a new policy granting officers on Grade Levels 01-14 two days off per week, while those on Grade Levels 15-17 will continue to enjoy one day off weekly. In a statement by the State Head of Service, Kehinde Onasanya, the initiative aims to ease the burdens faced by … Read more
Former First Lady Dame Patience Jonathan has clarified her husband, Goodluck Jonathan’s stance on the 2027 presidential election, stating that he has no intention of running for office. There had been growing calls from political stakeholders urging the former president to consider vying for the presidency again in 2027. However, speaking during an event hosted … Read more
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has appointed a new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agriculture Lending (NIRSAL), along with new board members. Jude Nnadozie, Head of Corporate Communications at NIRSAL Plc, confirmed the appointments in a recent statement. Babajide Arowosafe has been named the … Read more
The Anambra State Government, through the Ministry of Women’s Affairs and Social Welfare, has launched an investigation into the alleged murder of Ogechukwu Okafor, reportedly killed by her husband, Elijah Emeka Ibeabuchi, a pastor. The incident, which occurred on August 13, 2024, came to the attention of authorities after the deceased’s family raised concerns about … Read more
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday granted bail to ten protesters accused of attempting to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, imposing a N10 million bail on each defendant. Justice Emeka Nwite ruled on their bail applications, requiring each of the accused to provide one surety, who must be a property owner residing in … Read more
The Presidency has drawn a comparison between Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, and Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States. Temitope Ajayi, Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to President Bola Tinubu, made this observation on Wednesday following the recent US presidential debate between Democrat candidate Donald … Read more
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has confirmed the receipt of ₦3 billion from the Federal Government to address the severe flooding that has impacted the region. The funds will be used to manage the aftermath and challenges of the recent floods. The catastrophic floods in Maiduguri, Borno State’s capital, have displaced over one million … Read more
Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation, Austin Eguavoen, has refuted claims that he will step down as interim coach of the Super Eagles after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Eguavoen was appointed by the NFF to oversee the Super Eagles for these crucial matches due to … Read more
The people of Moriki town in Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State are living in fear as the deadline for paying a N30 million levy imposed by notorious bandit kingpin, Bello Turji, has expired. Turji imposed the levy after the military reportedly killed over 100 of his cows. He warned the community to pay … Read more
Supporters of Delta-based cleric Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin staged a protest on Tuesday at the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) office in Asaba, Delta State, opposing the agency’s recent statements about his spiritual products. The protesters, including bishops and other religious leaders, carried placards urging NAFDAC to stop what they described … Read more
The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday mocked the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party, stating that their failure to resolve ongoing leadership crises is proof that they cannot be trusted to govern Nigeria. In a statement issued by APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the ruling party also criticized its former … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has instructed the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to provide urgent assistance to those affected by the severe flooding in Maiduguri, Borno State’s capital. The flood, described as the worst in recent decades, has displaced thousands and disrupted essential facilities, including the Post Office and Maiduguri Teaching Hospital. EDITOR’S PICKS Police … Read more
The Department of State Services (DSS) has returned the passport of Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), following his recent detention. Ajaero’s passport and phones were initially confiscated during his arrest at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Monday. He was en route to the United Kingdom to attend a Trade … Read more
The presidency has responded to criticism suggesting that President Bola Tinubu, often praised for his role in Lagos State, has failed to deliver similar results for Nigeria. In a statement posted on X on Tuesday, Temitope Ajayi, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, addressed the criticism directed at Tinubu’s performance. EDITOR’S … Read more
The Trade Union Congress (TUC) of the United Kingdom has strongly condemned the Nigerian government over the arrest and ongoing harassment of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President, Joe Ajaero. Ajaero was detained on Monday at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport while he was on his way to attend and speak at a TUC conference in … Read more
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has not been arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS), according to his media aide, Valentine Obienyem. Obienyem dismissed the rumors, clarifying that Obi was not even in Nigeria when the alleged arrest was reported to have occurred in his Anambra home. EDITOR’S … Read more
The Federal High Court (FHC) in Lagos has launched an online platform that allows the public to obtain affidavits directly from the court. The initiative, introduced by FHC Chief Judge Justice John Tsoho, is part of efforts to modernize the court’s services. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained … Read more
Nigeria’s telecommunications industry faces a potential nationwide shutdown as about 800 members of the Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff Association (PTECSSAN) have commenced a strike. The workers, primarily contract staff, are demanding the reinstatement of dismissed employees, union recognition, improved working conditions, and the remittance of membership dues. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, … Read more
The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has attributed the recent rise in fuel prices in Nigeria to the devaluation of the naira rather than the removal of fuel subsidies by President Bola Tinubu in May 2023. TUC President Festus Osifo, speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today program, criticized the current administration for the naira’s devaluation, which … Read more
The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, and the Secretary General of the union, Emmanuel Ugboaja, are set to be questioned by the Nigeria Police Force on September 30, 2024. This development follows petitions written against the NLC. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for … Read more