The Kano State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress(APC) in Kano State says the Saturday local government elections being conducted by the State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC) is illegal. A chieftain of the party, Rabi’u Bichi, made the remark in on Saturday in Kano. “The party’s stance is informed by a court order by Justice … Read more
Tigran Gambaryan, a senior executive at Binance Holdings Limited, was airlifted out of Nigeria on a US medical aircraft shortly after the Nigerian government dropped money laundering charges against him, The New York Times reports. Gambaryan had been held in detention since February amid accusations that the cryptocurrency firm was involved in manipulating the naira. … Read more
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has said he is yet to decide on contesting in the 2027 presidential election. He, however, added that if he decides to via for the presidency in 2027 no one can stop his ambition. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM Gears … Read more
In a celebration of wellness, unity, and personal growth, the Epe Division Professional Women Association (EPWA) recently gathered for a three-day retreat that infused the coastal town of Idado, Ibeju-Lekki, with an inspiring energy. This annual retreat, which also served as the association’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), offered EPWA members a chance to unwind, reflect, … Read more
The Chairman of Ikoyi Club, Rotarian Tafa Zibiri-Aliu, has stated that golf is not a sport exclusively for the wealthy. He stated on Friday at the Charity Golf Kitty, an initiative hosted by the Rotary Club of Victoria Island East to raise funds for the Rotary Foundation. Speaking with EKO HOT BLOG shortly after a … Read more
Saudi Arabia has condemned Israel’s attacks on Iran as a violation of the country’s sovereignty and a violation of international laws and norms. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has Protest Lost Its Potency In Nigeria? ‘PDP Is dead, APC Has Finished Nigeria’ –Kwankwaso “The … Read more
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles received a financial boost of N5 million from Wilfred Ndidi following their 2-1 victory over Côte d’Ivoire at the WAFU B U-20 Championship. Coached by Aliyu Zubairu, the Flying Eagles secured the win in their final group match held at the Stade Municipal in Lomé on Thursday. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was … Read more
The Director of Research and Deputy Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), Professor Rosemary Ajuma Audu, has emphasized the need for technology in laboratory diagnostics. She stated this on Thursday at Lead City University’s 17th inaugural lecture. The lecture, titled Challenges and Prospects of Laboratory Diagnostics in Africa: Disentangling the Puzzle, explored … Read more
Chris Wood scored twice in Nottingham Forest’s 3-1 victory over Leicester, dealing a blow to Foxes manager Steve Cooper in their East Midlands derby on Friday. Ryan Yates opened the scoring for Forest at the King Power Stadium, but Jamie Vardy equalized for Leicester shortly after. Wood then put Nottingham Forest back in front and … Read more
Former militant leader Asari Dokubo has declared his intention to form an alliance with the North ahead of the 2027 presidential election, accusing President Bola Tinubu of betrayal after supporting his rise to the presidency in 2023. In a viral video addressing his followers, Dokubo recounted how he invested his personal funds to campaign for … Read more
U.S. President Joe Biden has formally apologized to Native Americans for the government’s involvement in forcibly separating Indigenous children from their families and placing them in abusive boarding schools. Biden issued the long-requested apology on Friday during his first visit to Native lands, describing the boarding school abuses as a “stain on American history.” EDITOR’S … Read more
A student from Obada Idi-Emi High School in Imeko Afon Local Government Area, Ogun State, identified as Ariyo, tragically died after reportedly receiving 162 strokes of the cane from a teacher over a broken dustbin. The incident, shared on social media by activist Adetoun, revealed that a teacher had instructed students not to damage a … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt Hon Tajuddeen Abbas were among the dignitaries who attended the wedding fatiha of Senator Mohammed Danjuma Goje’s daughter in Abuja. The wedding ceremony between Fauziyya Danjuma Goje and Aliyu Ahmed Abubakar took place at the National Mosque, Abuja, following … Read more
Former Brazil full-back Ze Carlos, who was part of the 1998 World Cup runner-up team, passed away on Friday at the age of 56, his former club Sao Paulo announced. While the club did not disclose the cause of death, local media reported it as a result of cardiac arrest. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was … Read more
Approximately 42.3 million litres of imported Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), or petrol, are expected to arrive in Nigeria next week, oil marketers announced on Friday, emphasizing the ongoing need for imports due to insufficient domestic production. Industry dealers noted that while local refining efforts from modular refineries and the Dangote Petroleum Refinery are underway, they … Read more
The Federal Government has proposed a 50% tax relief for companies that increase salaries or provide transportation allowances to low-income employees, as part of a comprehensive tax reform bill aiming to simplify Nigeria’s tax laws. The draft law, titled “A Bill for an Act to Repeal Certain Acts on Taxation and Consolidate the Legal Frameworks … Read more
Israel announced early Saturday it had launched a series of retaliatory airstrikes against Iran, weeks after a significant ballistic missile attack by the Islamic Republic. According to the Israeli military, the “precise strikes” targeted Iranian military installations. Around 2:15 a.m. local time, reports of explosions near Tehran began circulating, followed by an Israel Defence Forces … Read more
Actress Angela Okorie recently mocked her colleague, Halima Abubakar, following Abubakar’s public apology to Apostle Johnson Suleman of Omega Fire Ministries. Abubakar, who was sued for N1 billion by the popular cleric for defamation, shared a letter of apology on her Instagram this week, expressing regret for tarnishing his reputation and hoping to mend the … Read more
Governor Dikko Umar Radda of Katsina State has announced that his administration has successfully trained residents to defend themselves against bandit terrorists. In an interview with BBC Hausa, the governor revealed that many communities in the state are now out of reach for bandits due to the proactive self-defense measures taken by locals. Explaining the … Read more
In a significant move to enhance government efficiency, President Bola Tinubu dismissed five ministers on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. The decision, announced in a statement by the presidency following the Federal Executive Council meeting, represents a strategic shift within Tinubu’s administration. Since Nigeria’s return to civilian rule in 1999, ministerial dismissals have regularly marked changing … Read more