Today marks exactly one year since Mr. Olayemi Cardoso assumed office as the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). In the last 365 days, Cardoso has faced the daunting task of steering the nation’s monetary policy amidst a challenging economic landscape. Under the one-year stewardship of Cardoso, the CBN has implemented…
As the Edo State governorship election approaches, the Kimpact Development Initiative (KDI), a civil society organization, has expressed concerns regarding the security situation and the potential for vote buying. The election is scheduled for Saturday. KDI highlighted the possibility of a low voter turnout, predicting that participation may not exceed that of the 2020 election,…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit aimed at replacing 27 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly who are aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The lawmakers were accused of defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Presiding over…
Ahead of the Edo State governorship election on Saturday, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has outlined strict security measures to ensure a peaceful and credible electoral process, including the imposition of movement restrictions. In a statement released by the Police Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IGP ordered the restriction of…
Sevilla manager Garcia Pimienta has expressed confidence that Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho will soon rediscover his best form at the club. Iheanacho joined the Spanish side on a free transfer this summer but has yet to make a significant impact. The 27-year-old striker, who previously played for Manchester City, has only featured in two La…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an order restraining the Kaduna State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from proceeding with the planned state congress and elections set for Saturday, September 21, 2024. The decision will remain in effect pending the hearing of a motion…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has announced the deployment of 984 personnel for the Enugu State local government election scheduled for Saturday. The Commandant of NSCDC Enugu State Command, Cyprian Otoibhi, revealed this information to journalists on Friday in Enugu. Otoibhi emphasized the importance of the deployed officers and men conducting themselves…
In Ibadan, two individuals, Sanda Umaru (age 22) and Usman Yahaha (age 28), have been remanded in a correctional facility by the Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court for their alleged involvement in armed robbery and kidnapping. The defendants, who do not have fixed addresses, were brought before the court on charges of conspiracy, armed robbery, and kidnapping….
A disturbing report reveals that a filling station, Pinnacle Oil, owned by Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State, has been deliberately set on fire by unknown arsonists. The shocking incident took place in the early hours of Friday morning and has caused significant damage to the property. According to sources, the culprits arrived in a…
The Lagos State Police Command has reported the arrest of two women, Ujunwa Una and Chinelo Igbechionwu, for allegedly selling newborn babies. The arrests were made by patrol officers from the Ojodu Division stationed at Berger bus stop, based on a tip-off from a concerned citizen. The suspects were apprehended with two six-day-old baby girls…
Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, has emphasized the importance of maintaining romance and intimacy in marriages, even amidst spiritual responsibilities. Adeboye advised Christian couples not to let their spiritual duties overshadow their conjugal responsibilities to each other. In a post on his official handle, Adeboye shared insight…
An Indrive cab driver, Francis Njoku, who was accused of stealing a package by actress Adunni Ade, has threatened to sue her for defamation. The incident began when Adunni Ade alleged that Njoku refused to deliver her package after ending the trip and took off with it, leading to a public outcry against the ride-hailing…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has clarified that it has not reinstated the cybersecurity levy that was previously suspended. The levy, which mandated all banks in Nigeria to collect and remit a 0.5 percent cybersecurity levy to the office of the National Security Adviser, was suspended following a decision by the Federal Executive Council…
The Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Archbishop Henry Ndukuba, has called for a state of emergency on social welfare in the country. Archbishop Ndukuba made this plea during the inauguration of a standing committee meeting of the church, emphasizing the urgent need for government intervention in addressing social welfare issues. Specifically, Archbishop…
Nigerian prison officer allegedly kills colleague over a food disagreement. A tragic incident occurred at the Burra Correctional Center in Ningi local government area of Bauchi State, Nigeria, where a personnel of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) named Kabiru Abubakar allegedly killed his colleague, Aliyu Chiroma, following a dispute over food. According to reports, the…
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has raised an alarm over an alleged plan by the National Officers Committee (NOC) to impose an illegal State Executive Council (SEC) in Kogi State. This development was revealed in a communiqué issued by the NMA Kogi State branch after an emergency general meeting. Signed by Chairman Dr. Abubakar Alhassan…
Rwanda has launched the first mpox vaccination campaign in Africa, marking a significant step in the continent’s fight against the disease. On Tuesday, the country administered 300 doses of the vaccine to high-risk individuals in a border region with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Jean Kaseya, Director-General of the Africa Centre for Disease Control…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, conducted a significant operation in Ibadan, Oyo State, destroying substandard products, including counterfeit drugs and medical devices, valued at N43 billion on Thursday. The destruction was carried out at the Moniya dump site in the Akinyele Local Government Area of the state, with representatives…
The Nigeria Police Force has revealed some potential benefits of the Electronic Central Motor Registry, E-CMR innovation. The E-CMR innovation is expected to revolutionise how vehicle information is verified and tracked, especially when stolen. The Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, while highlighting some of the benefits of the E-CMR via his X handle on…
Ahead of the Imo State local government elections coming up on Saturday, September 21, the State Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, has enjoined members of the public to display civility by shunning acts capable of disrupting the electoral process during and after the exercise. The Police also announced that restriction on vehicular movement would…
Atletico Madrid will begin their 2024/25 Champions League journey on Thursday, 19 September, against RB Leipzig at the Civitas Metropolitano. Both teams are in strong form, with Atletico securing 11 points from five La Liga matches and Leipzig earning 7 points from three Bundesliga games. While a win isn’t crucial due to the extended group…
Barcelona aim to extend their winning streak under Hansi Flick as they face AS Monaco in the Champions League, while Monaco return to the competition after a five-year absence since 2018/19.
Arsenal will kick off their Champions League campaign with a clash against Atalanta at the Gewiss Stadium after returning to the competition last season, only to be eliminated by Bayern Munich in the quarter-finals. Meanwhile, Atalanta, fresh from their Europa League triumph, secured a thrilling 3-2 win over Fiorentina in Serie A to move up…
With the deal making NNPC Limited the sole off-taker of petrol from Dangote Refinery effectively locking them out of the supply chain, marketers have said they may have to resort to importation in order to continue in business. Marketers have therefore asked the Federal Government to completely open up the sector to all…
Dr. Datti Baba-Ahmed, the running mate of the Labour Party Presidential Candidate in the 2023 election, has stated that he and the LP candidate are not surprised by Nigeria’s economic turmoil, having warned citizens against the All Progressive Congress (APC) taking power in 2023. At the inaugural meeting of the LP Interim National…
Manchester United legend David Beckham has claimed that the club’s failure to qualify for the UEFA Champions League is ‘painful.’ This season’s Champions League competition started on Tuesday. Man United failed to qualify for the Champions League after finishing outside of the top four last season. Erik ten Hag’s side ended…
Famous Nigerian comedians Basketmouth and AY Makun have officially settled their 18-year-long feud. Reports recalls that the duo have been in the news over their lingering feud. However, Basketmouth, in an Instagram post on Wednesday, shared a light-hearted video of their recent interaction. The video, which signifies a major reconciliation between…
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has declared that times are hard and Nigerians are currently hungry and angry. Makinde made this declaration on Wednesday while performing the ground-breaking ceremony for the upgrading of Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Alakia, Ibadan, to international standards. The governor, while addressing the gathering, said that his…
Edo State governorship election is approaching its final stages, with the three major candidates in the race striving to secure enough votes to emerge victorious. In this analysis, news reports review the chances of the candidates ahead of Saturday’s election. Although INEC listed 17 candidates for Saturday’s election, the contest has taken…
The National Civil Society Council of Nigeria (NCSCN) has called on Dangote Refinery Ltd (DRL) to disclose the quantity of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) it has supplied to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). The group is demanding transparency regarding the price of the PMS and the refinery’s pricing plans in a…
Club Brugge is set to face Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday, September 18, in the opening round of this season’s Champions League fixtures. The home side enters the match riding a four-game winning streak in Belgium’s domestic league, while Borussia Dortmund arrives unbeaten in the Bundesliga so far. Dortmund, last season’s runners-up, are eager to begin…
