The House of Representatives has initiated the process to approve an additional N288 billion supplementary statutory budget for the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). During a plenary session, the FCT Supplementary Statutory Appropriations Bill for 2024 was passed through its first and second readings. The bill was introduced following President Bola Tinubu’s recent request for…
The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has announced plans to revamp its state and zonal offices to improve service delivery at both state and local government levels. Speaking at a meeting, UBEC Executive Secretary Dr. Hamid Bobboyi explained that the review of the commission’s operational structure became essential due to inefficiencies that had affected productivity….
The Federal Government has approved the increase of Corps Members’ monthly allowance to Seventy-Seven Thousand Naira (N77,000) with effect from July 2024. This is in line with the enactment of the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024. This was contained in a letter from the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission, dated 25th September…
Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has called on the Federal Government to provide urgent assistance to victims of devastating floods in the Tangaza and Illela Local Government Areas (LGAs). The floods, which have severely impacted 22 LGAs across the state, have caused extensive damage, with Tangaza and Illela being the hardest hit. Hundreds of…
The Labour Party Caucus in the House of Representatives has expressed strong disapproval of the recent Edo State governorship election, claiming it failed to reflect the true will of the people. Led by the Deputy Minority Whip, George Ozodinobi, the caucus pointed out that Olumide Akpata, a respected legal professional, had garnered widespread public support,…
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has launched an investigation into allegations of bribery and corruption within the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS). In a firm statement, the Minister condemned the alleged misconduct, emphasizing that corruption, indiscipline, and unprofessional behavior will not be tolerated under his watch. He assured that offenders will face severe consequences within the…
Renowned rapper and activist Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has given social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), a 24-hour ultimatum to retract and apologize for alleged defamatory statements made against him. Falz announced the ultimatum on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday, sharing a letter from his legal…
The Presidency has clarified that the federal government will not step in to resolve the ongoing fuel price conflict between Dangote Refinery and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). Speaking to State House correspondents on Wednesday, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, explained that both NNPCL and Dangote…
Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Mohammed Ndarani, has warned that granting state pardons to convicted public officials weakens democratic institutions and undermines the rule of law. In an interview with Radio Nigeria in Abuja, Ndarani expressed his support for the stance taken by the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN,…
President Bola Tinubu has called on the United Nations to prioritize debt forgiveness for Nigeria and other developing countries, urging creditors and multilateral financial institutions to provide relief. Tinubu’s appeal was made during the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, where he was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima….
The Presidency has announced that a cabinet reshuffle by President Bola Tinubu is expected imminently. This was disclosed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, during a briefing with State House correspondents on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. While Onanuga could not confirm if the reshuffle would…
Famous Nigerian rapper and activist, Folarin Falana professionally known as Falz, has stated that Bobrisky only contacted him for financial support while in prison. News reports that Bobrisky was jailed for three months after pleading guilty to naira mutilation following his arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. He was…
The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has passed into law a Bill to Prohibit the Stigmatization and Discrimination against Persons Living with HIV/AIDS and to regulate the practice of counseling and testing. The bill was passed following the presentation of a report by the House Committee on Health. The committee observed…
A gang of three thieves has set a building on fire after stealing foodstuff and other household items from it in Ilorin, Kwara State capital. News gathered that the incident happened on Wednesday at about 12.11pm at No. 59, Afenifere Community, Onireke, Gaa-Akanbi, Ilorin. The spokesperson of the State Fire Service, Hassan…
Smart Method AI is a recently launched crypto trading application. It has drawn the attention of crypto enthusiasts and traders alike. Crypto trading has become popular because it’s much safer and provides many investment opportunities. However, crypto trading is risky as the market is highly volatile and exposed to unregulated changes. With the…
Written and compiled by ADESANYA ADEKOLADE JUBRIL The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State The concept of family has always been central to society, with family dynamics long defined by distinct gender roles. Traditionally, men and women had clearly delineated responsibilities, often dictated by cultural, religious, or societal norms. Men were typically the breadwinners, while women were…
Written and compiled by ADESANYA ADEKOLADE JUBRIL The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State In the fast-paced digital age, the demand for credible, fact-based, and insightful journalism has become more critical than ever. Audiences are growing increasingly skeptical of sensationalized news and biased narratives, which has sparked a shift toward journalism that is both data-driven and transparent….
Written and compiled by FANOKUN OLUWADAMILOLA ANUOLUWAPO The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State The study of the family within sociology delves into its fundamental role in society, examining its structure, function, and the ways in which family relationships evolve in response to broader social changes. Historically, the concept of the family has undergone significant transformations, reflecting…
Written and compiled by FANOKUN OLUWADAMILOLA ANUOLUWAPO The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Precision journalism, an advanced reporting methodology, emerged in the 1960s through the pioneering work of Philip Meyer. This approach revolutionized news reporting by integrating techniques from the social sciences, particularly statistics and research methodologies, to enhance the accuracy and depth of news coverage….
The House of Representatives has suspended its plenary session in honour of the late Senator Ifeanyi Uba on Tuesday. Uba passed away in London on the 27th of July during the National Assembly’s annual long recess. As is customary for the House to adjourn plenary in the event of the death of a…
Nollywood actress, Toyin Adegbola, well known as Toyin Tomato, has urged women to by all means avoid divorce. Toyin Tomato made this statement on Monday during an Instagram live session, where she argued that equality does not exist in marriage. She advised women to stay with their “unfaithful” husbands while encouraging them to take precautions…
Popular Nigerian Islamic singer, Rukayat Gawat Oyefeso has reportedly passed away. The news of her demise was disclosed by a cleric, Alfa Aribidesi At-Tawdeeh Islamic Da’awah on his Facebook account on Tuesday morning. He wrote: “Our Sympathy goes to the family of Ruqayat Gawat for this great lost! May Allah forgive her shortcomings! RUQAYAT GAWAT…
The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has approved a reduction in the number of days public servants are required to work each week, in a bid to lessen their transportation costs. The governor also announced an extension of palliative payments to public servants for the next two months. A statement issued by the governor’s…
Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has named the three teams that have the “togetherness” to win the Premier League title this season. He was reviewing the 2-2 draw between Manchester City and Arsenal for Sky Sports. According to Merson, that result proved that the Gunners will be fighting to win their first title in 21 years….
The Former Chelsea midfielder, John Mikel Obi has expressed delight over Nicolas Jackson’s performance in the Blues 3-0 win over West Ham United. Jackson earned rave reviews for his superlative display against the Hammers. The Senegal international scored a brace and also recorded an assist in the game. Mikel openly criticised Jackson after Chelsea’s opening…
The Executive Director, Global Rights, Abiodun Baiyewu has traced the spate of insecurity in the North Western part of the country to illegal mining. Baiyewu disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja at a two-day training for over 40 Journalists on mining and host community rights in Nigeria. While presenting a paper on mining and insecurity…
Aliko Dangote, the President of Dangote Group has said that the oil industry mafia is far stronger than the drug cartel. The African richest man disclosed this in a 25-minute interview with Bloomberg Television on Monday. He also revealed that his refinery is on the verge of reaching an agreement with the…
Aliko Dangote, the President of Dangote Group has reiterated that his $20 billion Lagos-based refinery will stabilize the Naira against the dollar at the foreign exchange market. The African richest man disclosed this in a 25-minute interview with Bloomberg Television on Monday. He noted that petroleum products imports consume about 40 percent…
The Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia has commemorated the 94th National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at the residence of the Saudi Ambassador, Faisal bin Ebraheem Alghamdi, in Abuja, Nigeria. The event brought together an esteemed group of government officials, heads of diplomatic missions, representatives of international organisations, and prominent businessmen….
Former Governor and Senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, Adams Oshiomhole, has said that the outgoing Governor Godwin Obaseki is politically dead. Oshiomhole made this statement during an interview on Channels TV’s programme, Politics Today, while commenting on the outcome of the just concluded governorship election in the state. Recall that the…
The National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, has said that the average retail price of Automotive Gas Oil, AGO, otherwise known as Diesel, increased Year-on-Year, YoY, by 64.58 percent to N1,406.05 per liter in August 2024 from N854.32 per liter recorded in the corresponding period of 2023. On a Month-on-Month, MoM, basis, the average…
