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FX crisis: FG gives Nigerians nine months to deposit dollars in banks
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, on Thursday revealed a new government policy that would permit Nigerians who currently hold dollars outside the formal banking system to…
Rivers allocation: NLC threatens shutdown as Wabara, PDP coalition warn of crisis escalation
• ‘Court order stopping Rivers’ allocation invitation to anarchy’• HURIWA seeks visa ban on judges over alleged political motivated rulings The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has vowed to withdraw the services of…
EKEDC begins free meter upgrade
Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has launched the Standard Transfer Specification (STS) 2.0 meter upgrade for its metered customers. Mr. Babatunde Lasaki, General Manager, Corporate Communications, and…
Tinubu sleeps by 5am, deserves credit for subsidy removal – Sunday Dare
The Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Public Communication and Orientation, Sunday Dare, has called for patience over President Bola Tinubu’s…
Beggars fight back, protest against Wike’s forceful eviction from Abuja
Beggars in Abuja have voiced strong objections to the ongoing crackdown by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), which they claim unfairly targets their community. The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, had…
N9 billion raised during #EndBadGovernance protest to cause chaos, FPRO says
The Nigerian Police has said that N9 billion was raised by some undisclosed persons to cause havoc across the country during the #EndBadGovernance protest. Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi disclosed…
EFCC re-arrests Bobrisky in Lagos Airport
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have re-arrested Socialite, Idris Okuneye popularly known as ‘Bobrisky’. He was arrested on Thursday night at the Murtala Mohammed International…
Anti-Graft War: How We Recovered N248bn, $105m In One Year – EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered over N248 billion, 105 million dollars and secured 3455 convictions in its fight against corruption in the last one year. Chairman of EFCC, Ola…
There’s No Need To Probe Obaseki – Ganduje Tells Okpebholo
Abdullahi Ganduje, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has advised Senator Monday Okpebholo, incoming governor of Edo State, against probing the outgoing administration of Governor Godwin…
Army Prepares For Oluyede’s Leadership As Wait For Lagbaja Continues
The acting Chief of Army Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, a Major-General ,will assume duties from Friday November 1, 2024. The assumption ceremony, which is expected to be brief, will hold at the Defence Headquarters,…
Betta Edu Still Under Investigation – EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says a former minister of humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation, Betta Edu, is still under the investigation of the anti-graft agency despite permanently…
Criticism Trails Ekiti Lawmakers’ Planned Retreat To Canada
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State has criticised a planned trip by members of the State House of Assembly to Canada, labelling it as “insensitive to the plight of the common man.” The…
Presidency To Withdraw Controversial Tax Reform Bills
Barring any last minute changes, the Bola Tinubu Presidency will withdraw the Tax Reform Bills sent to the National Assembly barely two months ago by the president. This is owing to the controversy generated by the…
We currently have no direct business with oil marketers — Dangote Refinery
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has clarified that it has no direct business dealings with the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) regarding the purchase of refined petroleum products. In…
The Economist Endorses Kamala Harris
The Economist announced Thursday that the outlet is backing Vice President Harris over former President Trump in the upcoming election, now less than a week away.…
Dangote kicks off mega environmental restoration project, plants 10,000 Mangrove trees
To enhance its environmental sustainability initiatives in line with global best practices, Dangote Industries…
“Ganduje’s presence in Edo strengthened our morale” – Gov-elect Okpebholo declares
Edo’s Governor-elect, Monday Okpebholo, has stated that Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), contributed to his victory in the state’s governorship election. Speaking…
Over 23 feared dead as herdsmen launch three-hour attack on Benue state community
About 23 persons have been reported killed by Fulani militia herdsmen during an attack on Anyiin, in Logo Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State. According to media reports, the attack which commenced at about 6:32…
Ex-Senate President Joseph Wayas to be buried after three years in UK mortuary
After three years in a UK mortuary, former Nigerian Senate President Dr. Joseph Wayas will be laid to rest on November 30, 2024. Dr. Dorn-Cklaimz Enamhe, Secretary of the Central Planning Committee for Wayas’ burial,…
Blackout: We’re exploring other sources of electricity – FG
The Federal Government on Thursday, October 31, said it was exploring other sources of power to tackle the incessant breakdown of the national power grid. The minister of power, Adebayo Adelabu while speaking at a…
NEC Recommends Withdrawal Of Tax Reform Bills
The National Economic Council (NEC) has recommended the withdrawal of the Tax reforms bill already at the National Assembly. The NEC headed by Vice-President Kashim Shettima has governors as members. Speaking to…
Reps Introduce Bill To Increase Membership From 360 To 366
A bill aimed at amending Section 49 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic (as amended) to allocate six special seats for women and people living with disabilities (PWDs) has been introduced in the House of…
It’s Shameful Nigeria Imports Petrol – Governors
Governors of the 36 states of the federation have expressed dismay over the lingering crisis in the petroleum industry, saying it is shameful that despite being a member of the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting…
Proposed tax reform bills not against North, says Presidency
The Presidency has said contrary to job loss fears and perceived marginalisation of the North, the tax reform bills currently before the national assembly will benefit all states and harmonise the country’s tax laws…