The Senate has announced that the Federal Government is expected to submit the Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) once President Bola Tinubu returns from his overseas trip. The MTEF is a key legal document that sets the budgetary guidelines for the nation and is traditionally submitted to the parliament before … Read more
Justice Mary Anenih of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory has instructed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to present two witnesses virtually in the trial of former Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele. In a ruling on Friday, Justice Anenih approved the EFCC’s application, allowing the agency to field witnesses who are … Read more
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has inaugurated the Joint User Hydrant Installation 2 (JUHI-2), a state-of-the-art jet fuel storage facility with a capacity of 150 million litres of Jet A1 fuel, making it the largest airside jet fuel depot in Nigeria. This facility, located in Ikeja, Lagos, has the capacity to … Read more
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has issued a warning to state judges against compromising justice in their court rulings. During the opening of the 2024/2025 Legal Year and Re-Dedication Service at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul’s, Anglican Communion in Diobu, Port Harcourt, Fubara criticized certain legal practitioners for what he described as unethical behavior. … Read more
The Presidency has urged Nigerians to remain calm and patient as President Bola Tinubu’s administration continues to implement economic reforms. This appeal was made by Delu Bulus-Yakubu, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, during her address marking the 2024 International Poverty Eradication Day in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: … Read more
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
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
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
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Mahmud Sanusi Mohammed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Upper Benue River Basin Development Authority. Dr. Mohammed, who hails from Jalingo Local Government Area of Taraba State, is a distinguished professional with extensive qualifications in disaster management and environmental studies. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has officially announced an increase in the minimum wage for civil servants in the state to ₦85,000. Sanwo-Olu made this disclosure during an interview with Channels Television on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Speaking on the wage hike, the governor explained that the decision followed extensive discussions with labor … Read more
The Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration convened with the leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) on Wednesday. The meeting, held at the Presidential Villa, primarily focused on the nation’s current status, with particular emphasis on petrol pricing. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, … Read more
The House of Representatives has responded to the recent increase in petroleum product prices by demanding an immediate reversal of the hikes in petrol and cooking gas prices. This initiative was led by Deputy Minority Leader Aliyu Madaki and supported by 111 other lawmakers. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has categorically rejected claims of a price agreement concerning Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly referred to as petrol, with the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) or any other entities. This clarification comes in the wake of remarks made by IPMAN President Abubakar Maigandi, who suggested that … Read more
TikTok removed over 2.1 million videos in Nigeria during the second quarter of 2024 for violating its community guidelines. According to the Community Guidelines Enforcement Report shared on Tuesday, the move is part of the platform’s ongoing efforts to enhance content moderation and ensure user safety. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot … Read more
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has mandated that foreign airlines utilize local caterers for on-board meals on all outbound flights from Nigeria. This directive aims to bolster the local catering industry and ensure that Nigerian cuisine is represented in international travel. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in … Read more
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to roll out cash transfers aimed at supporting 20 million of Nigeria’s poorest citizens as part of its broader social intervention program. The initiative, designed to alleviate poverty and improve living conditions, is a key component of the government’s strategy to address the economic challenges facing the country while … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has hailed Wahid Oshodi’s election as President of the African Table Tennis Federation (ATTF) as a significant achievement for Nigeria. Oshodi, a former Lagos State Commissioner for Youth, Sports, and Social Development, was unanimously elected at the ATTF’s 2024 Annual General Meeting in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Tuesday. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It … Read more
The Federal Government has refuted claims that the United Kingdom endorsed a petition submitted by Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, also known as Sunday Igboho. The petition, aimed at urging the UK government to support the creation of a Yoruba nation, was delivered to 10 Downing Street, London, last week. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, … Read more
Nigeria’s Wahid Enitan-Oshodi has been unanimously elected as the 6th President of the African Table Tennis Federation (ATTF) during the Elective Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the African Union (AU) Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Tuesday. Oshodi becomes the second Nigerian to lead the ATTF, following in the footsteps of Engr Segun George, … Read more