Several state governors have indicated their readiness to implement the newly signed ₦70,000 national minimum wage, a significant increase from the previous ₦30,000, which was approved by President Bola Tinubu on July 29, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the new minimum wage was introduced after extensive negotiations by the Tripartite Committee, consisting of representatives … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Sweden for a two-day working visit focused on enhancing trade and bilateral relations between Nigeria and Sweden, according to his spokesman. In a statement released Wednesday, Stanley Nkwocha announced that the Vice President was accompanied by Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang, Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Tuggar, Minister … Read more
Controversial Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has denied ever giving money to human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) or his son, Falz, for a presidential pardon. This statement follows the 12-hour ultimatum issued by Falana and his son, demanding an apology from Bobrisky over claims made in a viral audio clip shared … Read more
The Abuja Municipal Area Council, AMAC, has frowned at the attitude of residents dumping refuse in drainages across the Council Briefing newsmen after inspecting projects in some communities within the council on Wednesday, AMAC chairman, Christopher Maikalangu, said they would begin enforcement of punitive sanctions against defaulters EDITOR’S PICK: Alleged N27bn Fraud: Court Grants Ex-Taraba … Read more
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain Dele Momodu has stated that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, is still upset about losing the party’s 2023 presidential ticket to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. According to Momodu, Wike’s disappointment over the loss is a key factor in the ongoing crisis within the opposition … Read more
The National President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Abubakar Maigandi, has reassured Nigerians that discussions with Dangote Refinery for direct petrol loading are progressing and will soon be finalized. Speaking during the inauguration of a task force to combat oil bunkering and pipeline vandalism in Abuja on Wednesday, Maigandi expressed confidence … Read more
Liam Payne, former One Direction member, tragically passed away at the age of 31 after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, according to police reports. Authorities confirmed they found Payne’s body after responding to an emergency call in the upscale Palermo district on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was … Read more
Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa found the back of the net as Kano Pillars edged reigning champions Enugu Rangers 4-3 in a thrilling Nigeria Premier Football League Matchday 7 clash at Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium on Wednesday. The 32-year-old scored Pillars’ fourth goal just before halftime, bringing his tally to three goals in two games since … Read more
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has stated that many Nigerians have stopped complaining about the high cost of petrol because they are no longer solely reliant on generators for electricity. Speaking during his keynote address at the 2024 Nigeria Energy Exhibition and Conference in Lagos, Adelabu addressed the theme, “Breaking Barriers in the New … Read more
Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre was overwhelmed with emotion after making her return from a six-month injury layoff following surgery on her right foot. The England-born player made her comeback for Al-Ittihad earlier this week, coming on as a substitute in a narrow 1-0 victory over Al-Ula in the Saudi Women’s Premier League. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana and his son, musician and activist Folarin Falana, also known as Falz, have demanded a public apology and retraction from popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, aka Bobrisky, over defamatory statements he allegedly made. The claims were circulated through audio recordings shared online, including one posted by controversial media critic Martin Otse, … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) remains the sole off-taker of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, despite the Federal Government’s recent directive allowing independent oil marketers to begin lifting petrol from the facility. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, Don’t Scrap … Read more
Borno State Police Command has rearrested a 24 year old Auwalu Aminu, also known as Auwalu Kirkir. Aminu is an escaped convict who had been serving a jail term for criminal conspiracy and theft. A statement by the command’s spokesman, ASP Nahum Daso, on Wednesday said Aminu was one of the inmates who escaped from … Read more
Rio Ferdinand has issued a warning to Manchester United following the dismissal of Sir Alex Ferguson as the club’s global ambassador by the INEOS group. The decision, led by part-owner Jim Ratcliffe and his INEOS team, was reportedly part of an effort to reduce costs at the club. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part … Read more
The House of Representatives has frowned at the violation of the Fiscal Responsibility Act by President Bola Tinubu with just over two months to the end of the 2024 fiscal year. In a motion by a member of the House, Clement Jimbo, the lawmakers drew attention to the fact that the 2025 Budget Estimates have … Read more
Arsenal head coach Jonas Eidevall has stepped down from his position. The Gunners currently occupy sixth place in the Women’s Super League (WSL), having secured just one win from their first four matches of the 2024-25 campaign. Assistant coach Renee Slegers will assume interim management duties. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the … Read more
The Apapa Ports Customs Command, in its continued efforts to discourage the entry of dangerous drugs into Nigeria, has intercepted illicit drugs worth N1.1 billion conveyed in four units of 40ft containers. Comptroller Babatunde Olomu said this in a statement through the Public Relations Officer of the command, Chief Superintendent of Customs Usman Abubakar, in … Read more
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum, NGF, has expressed sadness at the petrol tanker explosion that killed 105 persons in Majia town in Jigawa State The NGF, in a statement on Wednesday in Ilorin by its Chairman, Gov. AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, noted that the circumstances surrounding the incident were worrying, stressing that there was need for caution. “The … Read more
Nigeria’s Flamingos began their 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup campaign in style with a commanding 4-1 victory in their Group A opener on Wednesday. Shakirat Moshood, Khadijat Adegoke, Faridat Abdulawahab, and Taiwo Afolabi found the back of the net for Nigeria, while Hannah Saxon scored the lone goal for New Zealand. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: … Read more
The Presidency has clarified that there is no vacuum in leadership despite President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima being out of the country. Shettima departed today for an official visit to Sweden, while President Tinubu is currently on a working vacation. In response to inquiries from journalists regarding who is in charge during … Read more