Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has appointed Alhaji Haruna Yunusa Danyaya as the 17th Emir of Ningi Emirate. Alhaji Haruna Yunusa Danyaya, born in Ningi in 1956, was the immediate-past Chiroman Ningi. His appointment was confirmed in a letter signed by the Secretary to the Bauchi State Government, Barrister Ibrahim Muhammad Kashim. The decision was…
The Nigerian Railway Corporation, NRC, has expressed concern over the rate of vandalism and theft of its infrastructure across the country. Its Managing Director, Mr Freeborn Okhirie, voiced this concern during a visit to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, headquarters in Abuja. Okhirie commended the NSCDC…
Edited by Damilola Adeleke The proposed 40% increase in electricity tariff from July 1, 2023, has been strongly criticized by the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN). The association considers the proposed hike outrageous and warns that it could have detrimental effects on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the country. MAN’s Director General, Segun Ajayi-Kadir,…
The Federal Government has imposed a $220 million fine on Meta Platforms for unauthorized personal data appropriation, discriminatory practices against Nigerian users, and abuse of its dominant market position. In a statement released on Friday, a 38-month joint investigation with the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) found that Meta’s data privacy practices and…
A shocking turn of events unfolded in the Ikeja High Court on Tuesday, as a 25-year-old man, Ayoko Oluwatobi, attempted to take his own life. Oluwatobi, who is facing trial on several criminal charges, appeared before Justice Hakeem Oshodi. As the bail application for Oluwatobi was being presented, pandemonium broke out when he attempted to…
The personal is political” is a popular feminist slogan that emerged in the late 1960s and became central to the feminist movements of the 1970s. This concept fundamentally changed how personal experiences and societal structures were perceived, arguing that personal experiences are often rooted in broader social and political contexts. Often attributed to Carol Hanisch,…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for Kogi State in the 2023 election, Senator Dino Melaye, has expressed deep concerns over the current state of the party, declaring that the PDP has reached a dead end. Melaye, a former two-term senator, criticized the party’s acting national chairman, Ambassador Iliya Damagum, along with the national…
NIGERIA – Nigerian musician Seun Kuti has strongly criticized cryptocurrency, labeling it a criminal venture after revealing that his sister lost over N50 million to trading. In a video circulating on social media, the afrobeat singer likened crypto to gambling, calling it a system designed to transfer wealth from the poor to the rich. He…
The mother of the estranged queen of the Ooni of Ife has called for intervention regarding her daughter’s involvement in the deaths of several children at a Christmas funfair held in Ibadan. DNI earlier reported that a court in Ibadan, on Tuesday, ordered the remand of Olori Prophetess Naomi Silelunola alongside others over the stampede that…
The world is nowhere near ready for the “calamity” being caused by climate change and must urgently prepare for even worse in the future, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres said Thursday. Global efforts to adapt to climate change — from building defensive sea walls to planting drought-resistant crops — have not kept pace…
President Bola Tinubu on Monday approved the dissolution of boards of Federal Government parastatals, agencies, institutions and government-owned companies. See full statement: PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU APPROVES DISSOLUTION OF BOARDS OF FEDERAL GOVERNMENT PARASTATALS, AGENCIES, INSTITUTIONS AND GOVERNMENT-OWNED COMPANIES President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the immediate dissolution of the Governing Boards…
Following a challenging 2023, the Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has urged elected leaders in Nigeria to tackle the year 2024 with resolve and without excuses. In a New Year message signed by its newly elected National Chairman, Yusuf Dantalle, the Council reflected on the resilience of Nigerians amidst a year marred by political upheaval,…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has raised concerns over the increasing number of first-class graduates produced annually by private universities in Nigeria, describing the trend as worrisome. ASUU National President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, raised these concerns on Thursday during an event organized in honour of Prof. Andy Egwunyenga’s successful tenure as Vice…
Nigerian music superstars Davido, Rema and Burna Boy were among the top winners at the 2023 Trace Awards held in Kigali, Rwanda on Saturday. Rema and Davido emerged as the top winners, each taking home two awards. Rema won song of the Year award for his global hit track, “Calm Down,” and shared the Best…
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has vowed to join force with the security agencies to flush out criminal gangs in the state. The governor made this vow when he received the General Officer Commanding (GOC), 2 Division, Nigerian Army, Major General Obinna Onubogu, who was on a courtesy visit to the Government House in…
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,…
Civil society organisation, ActionAid Nigeria has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately address the nation and provide a detailed plan to tackle bad governance and adopt pro-poor policies. ActionAid, in a statement by its Country Director, Andrew Mamedu on Friday in Abuja said, “The demands for pro-poor policies are not just valid; they are…
2026 – The forum of former Osun State House of Assembly members under the All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged the party to zone its 2026 governorship ticket to the Osun West Senatorial District. In a communiqué signed by Ajibola Akinloye and 14 other ex-lawmakers, the group highlighted that Osun West has been marginalized, having…
The National President of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Aminu Maifata, has assured Nigerians that local government administrators will prioritise primary healthcare and basic education. He made this promise at the opening of the 48th National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of ALGON in Lafia, Nasarawa State. This meeting marks the first gathering…
The Abuja district of the Federal High Court has announced the charges and deductions to the tune of over N16 million from the accounts of the Centenary City Freezones company and Prime Properties FZE by the Federal Inland Revenue Service(FIRS) as withholding and value-added tax as illegal and unconstitutional. Consequently, the court has deterred the…
The death toll from the massive flooding in Valencia, Spain, has reached 217, officials announced Sunday as the search for survivors and bodies continued in devastated cities and towns. “The situation we are living in is tragic,” Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said in Spanish during a televised national address on Saturday, describing the discovery of…
The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Mr. Shehu Mohammed, has expressed serious concerns over the persistent violation of road safety regulations by some commercial drivers, particularly regarding overloading and the dangerous practice of carrying both goods and passengers despite repeated warnings and campaigns. During a monitoring exercise for the ongoing Sallah…
Here is a detailed guide towards the UEFA Euro 2024 match schedule and how to watch the matches. UEFA Euro 2024 kicks off at 8pm Nigeria time on Friday as hosts Germany take on Scotland in the opening match. This marks the first time Germany is hosting a major international tournament since the 2006 FIFA…
Former Big Brother Naija reality star, Ilebaye Odiniya, has revealed the date of her colleagues, Angel and Soma’s wedding. She disclosed that the duo will tie the knots in January next year. She revealed this in a video message with Angel making the rounds on the internet. However, the Big Brother…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released the dates for the qualifying matches for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The preliminary round will take place from March 18 to 26, 2024. The first and second round matches will be played from September 2 to 10, 2024. All qualified teams will then compete…
Laliga leaders Barcelona have been linked with a move for Manchester City defender Joao Cancelo this current summer transfer window. Cancelo has already agreed personal terms with Barcelona and the deal is currently being structured by both clubs. It is unsure whether it will be a loan deal or an outright sale. Cancelo spent the…
The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has advised telecommunications subscribers to opt for strong passwords to prevent unauthorized access to their mobile devices. The NCC gave this advice through its official Facebook page, Cyber security remains one of the big problems confronting Nigeria’s digital space but NCC believes that with conscious efforts, the security threat could…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have suspended their nationwide strike for one week. TUC President Festus Osifo announced this on Tuesday in Abuja, following a joint extraordinary national executive council meeting of the unions. Osifo indicated that a formal communique would be issued soon. The strike, initiated on Monday, was…
The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Education, has announced a slash in allowances of foreign scholars who are currently stranded in Russia, Morocco, and Algeria, among others by 12.7%. The ministry attributed the development to economic crises. The students are studying under the Federal Government’s Bilateral Educational Agreement Scholarship. The BEA scholarship is…
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has warned of a tough time for kidnappers and other criminals, saying that his administration would use all means available to chase them out of the state. Abiodun gave the warning on Tuesday when he received officers and men of the State Police Command who rescued a Nigerian and three…
The transgender daughter of Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Vivian Wilson, and her decision to leave the United States after the election victory of Donald Trump. Vivian, who is 20 years old, expressed her discomfort with Trump’s return to office and shared her plans to relocate out of the country through a post on Threads. In her…
