In preparation for the handover and inauguration parade at Eagle Square in Abuja, the federal government has imposed restrictions on movement in the vicinity. The announcement was made by Ngozi Onwudiwe, a permanent secretary in the office of the head … Continue reading FG implements security measures and traffic diversions for presidential inauguration in Abuja
A man was brutally murdered in Aba, Abia State, as unidentified gunmen shot him three times before beheading him at a food/drink joint near Item hall at St. Michael’s Road on May 24, 2023. The motive behind the heinous act … Continue reading Man shot and beheaded by gunmen in Abia
Former INEC Chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, has attributed the deteriorating security situation in Nigeria to inadequate governance. Speaking as the keynote speaker at the Pre-Inaugural Lecture honoring the governor-elect of Niger State, Umaru Bago Mohammed, Jega highlighted that the current … Continue reading Former INEC chairman blames insecurity on bad governance in Nigeria
President Muhammadu Buhari has given his approval for the appointment of Dr Obinna Awiaka as the Registrar of the Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Registration Board of Nigeria (ODORBN), effective from June 1, 2023. ODORBN is the regulatory agency responsible for … Continue reading Buhari appoints Dr Obinna Awiaka as registrar of ODORBN
After nearly 15 months in custody, Iran released Belgian aid worker Olivier Vandecasteele on Friday as part of a prisoner exchange. In return, an Iranian diplomat convicted of terrorism, Assadollah Assadi, was sent back to Iran. Prime Minister Alexander de … Continue reading Iran releases Belgian aid worker in prisoner exchange
Abubakar Malami, the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), has reiterated that he has no knowledge of the alleged illegal sale of 48 million barrels of crude oil worth $2.4 billion. Malami made this statement while … Continue reading Fruad: Minister of justice denies knowledge of alleged illegal oil sale
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has issued National Identification Numbers (NIN) to more than 100 million Nigerians, according to the Federal Government. The Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy has revealed the commissioning of 4366 Digital Economy Projects. During … Continue reading Over 100 million Nigerians issued NIN as FG unveils 4366 digital economy projects
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised the incoming government of President-elect Sen. Bola Tinubu to prioritize increasing Nigeria’s revenue base and reduce dependence on debt to fund expenditures. During a virtual forum on the Nigerian debt situation, the Resident … Continue reading IMF urges incoming government to boost revenue and reduce dependency on debt
The Nigerian Federal Government has initiated the process of dismantling the remaining floodlights at the National Stadium in Lagos. This decision follows the collapse of one of the floodlight pillars during a windstorm last month, leading to concerns about the … Continue reading FG commences removal of dilapidated floodlights at national stadium, Lagos
Manchester United has been informed by Napoli that they must pay £140m to secure the signing of Nigerian footballer Victor Osimhen this summer, as reported by UK tabloid The Mirror. Manchester United had previously agreed to sign Osimhen’s Napoli teammate … Continue reading Manchester United told to pay £140m for Victor Osimhen
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) conducted raids on drug joints in Abeokuta, the capital city of Ogun State, resulting in the arrest of 17 suspects. During the operations, a total of 6.2kg of drugs were confiscated, and a … Continue reading 17 arrested in drug joint raids in Abeokuta with 6.2kg of drugs seized
Tunisia has apprehended a man believed to be the mastermind behind a migrant smuggling network responsible for facilitating dangerous Mediterranean crossings, including one incident where 20 people tragically drowned. Located just 130 kilometers away from the Italian island of Lampedusa, … Continue reading Organizer of mediterranean migrant smuggling ring arrested in Tunisia, linked to tragic drownings
Controversial Nigerian musician Portable, also known as Habeeb Okikiola, expressed his disappointment at being excluded from the Renewed Hope Concert held in Abuja. The concert featured performances by 46 musicians, including popular artists like Buju, Waje, Brymo, Fireboy, and Naira … Continue reading Portable expresses disappointment at exclusion from Renewed Hope concert
During an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Mukhtar Shagari, the former Deputy Governor of Sokoto State, shared his optimistic outlook on Bola Tinubu’s ability to achieve greatness as the President of Nigeria. Shagari emphasized the importance of surrounding oneself … Continue reading Shagari expresses confidence in Bola Tinubu’s potential as president
Russia faced a series of sanctions after its military intervention in Ukraine last year, but pressure has been mounting from Kyiv and its allies for more severe measures against Moscow. Following the recent Group of Seven (G7) summit held in … Continue reading Japan implements tough sanctions on Russia in response to Ukraine crisis
Meta has sold its animated-gif search engine, Giphy, to Shutterstock for $53 million, a significant drop from the $400 million it paid for the platform just three years ago. The sale comes after the UK’s competition watchdog ordered Meta to … Continue reading Meta forced to sell Giphy at significant loss to Shutterstock
The Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, has confirmed that a Nigeria Air aircraft will land in the country in two days, marking the start of operations and unveiling. In an exclusive interview, Sirika assured that the aircraft will showcase Nigeria’s … Continue reading Nigeria airplane to arrive friday, signals commencement of operations
The United States (US) and United Kingdom (UK) have recently taken measures to impose visa bans on specific individuals in Nigeria who were involved in disrupting the 2023 elections. The US Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, stated that these individuals … Continue reading US and UK impose visa ban on Nigerian election disruptors
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s candidate in the presidential election, expressed his belief that he could still receive justice in court even after Bola Tinubu assumes office on May 29. The pre-trials at the Presidential Election Tribunal concluded on Tuesday, … Continue reading Peter Obi optimistic about obtaining justice in court despite Tinubu’s inauguration
Nigerian shipowners are facing a significant challenge when it comes to ship repairs, as they continue to spend between $15 million and $20 million annually on repairing their ships abroad. This is despite the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency … Continue reading Shipowners reveal annual expenditure of $20m on vessel repairs
Nigerian citizens can now obtain a debit card from their commercial banks that will serve as both their National Identity Card and their bank card, without incurring any additional fees. The Federal Executive Council has approved a memorandum from the … Continue reading Nigerian banks to integrate national identity and banking services
The Central Bank of Nigeria has extended its eNaira sensitization campaign to women during the Law Ladies Day program at the University of Lagos. The initiative aimed to encourage the adoption of eNaira, the country’s central bank digital currency, among … Continue reading CBN empowers women with eNaira training at law ladies day
Two female journalists who covered the death and burial of Mahsa Amini will soon face trial in Iran, as announced by Iranian authorities. Elahe Mohammadi’s trial is scheduled for June 29, while Niloofar Hamedi’s trial will take place on May … Continue reading Iranian journalists who filmed 22 year old Mahsa Amini’s unjust death sets to face trial
The Central Bank of Nigeria has raised its benchmark interest rate (MPR) to 18.5% during its recent Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting. This marks the highest interest rate in the country in 22 years. The decision was announced by the … Continue reading Nigeria’s central bank raises benchmark interest rate to 18.5% – Highest in 22 years
Unknown assailants seized Reverend Mike Ochigbo, the General Overseer of Freedom Power Chapel, and one of his associate pastors, John Moses, on Tuesday night in Yola North LGA. The gunmen stormed Rev. Ochigbo’s residence in Nyibango, kidnapping both individuals and … Continue reading General overseer and associate pastor kidnapped in Adamawa state
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