Government agencies and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have established a committee to combat the spread of fake news in the country. This initiative was announced at the 2nd National Roundtable on Fake News and Blackmail of Government and Non-Governmental Officials, held yesterday in Abuja. The collaboration aims to address the growing threat of fake news…
Billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, says Nigerian banks spend an estimated $50m annually on private jet maintenance. Otedola, the Chairman of First Bank Holdings, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday while supporting the Federal Government’s Windfall Tax on Banks’ foreign exchange gains. According to him, the 70 percent Windfall tax which was recently passed by…
In a last-minute bid to avert a planned nationwide protest, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, and other federal lawmakers have appealed to the organizers to engage in dialogue with the Federal Government. The protest, aimed at addressing the country’s economic hardship, has been met with concerns from government officials who fear a…
Coalition of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), have taken to the streets of Abuja in a massive show of support for President Bola Tinubu‘s administration, amidst the planned nationwide protest, tagged EndBadGovernment,“ set to commence on August 1, 2024. Addressing newsmen yesterday in Abuja during the rally, the president of CSOs, Obiora James, lauded the achievements…
Good morning! Here is today’s highlights from this morning News: 1. The United States Mission in Nigeria has asked some of its staff not to come to work on the first two days of the planned nationwide protests. In an emergency warning issued on Wednesday night, the U.S. Embassy Abuja and U.S. Consulate General Lagos,…
A few hours before the commencement of the #EndBadGovernance protest in the country, the organisers of the protest in Ondo State have pulled out over an alleged plan to turn it into an ethnicity fight. According to the group under the aegis of Concerned Revolutionary Youths, the planned protest had already achieved some of the…
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has commended officers for the discovery and detonation of an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) by the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Unit of the Nigeria Police Force. The incident happened on Wednesday along Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, Ikeja in Lagos State. In a…
Real Madrid forward, Brahim Diaz is now leading the race for the 2024 African Player of the Year award. The Morocco international, who switched allegiance from Spain this year, would battle the likes of Ademola Lookman for the award. Diaz, who once played for Premier League champions Manchester City, came back to Real Madrid in…
The Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area of Lagos State has issued a stern warning to residents against gathering or participating in the planned protest, within the council area. The Council Chairman, Mr Valentine Buraimoh, gave the warning in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos. Recall that a nationwide protest against hunger and the rising cost…
Afrobeat musician Kizz Daniel has dismissed rumors of a breakup with his wife. Speculation about the singer’s marriage ending circulated after he was reportedly seen with another woman in his studio. In response to the rumors, Kizz Daniel made a post on his official page requesting a refund for his expenses. However, in a social…
Nollywood actress Sarah Martins recently made a statement, revealing that the last time she backed wrongdoing was during her friendship with Judy Austin, the second wife of actor Yul Edochie. In a video posted on her Instagram page, Sarah called out a friend who she accused of trying to steal the husband of another friend…
In response to the planned nationwide protest, over 25,000 police officers and other security agents have been deployed to critical areas in Kaduna to ensure public order and the protection of vital assets. The Kaduna State Police Command, in collaboration with the Armed Forces and other security agencies, has conducted a Confidence Building Show of…
The daughter of Soboma and Justice Rita Ofili-Ajumogobia, Aribemchukwu, was tragically found dead under suspicious circumstances outside their home in Parkview, Lagos. Sources have indicated that the newly hired household employees , who had been with the family for less than a month, may have attempted to stage the scene to mislead investigators, with signs…
Former BBC news anchor Huw Edwards, a prominent figure in UK television, has pleaded guilty to three counts of making indecent images of children. The 62-year-old resigned from the BBC in April, citing “medical advice”, following his arrest six months prior. Edwards potentially faces a maximum prison sentence of 10 years, with a minimum of…
The Ogun State High Court has issued a ruling restricting the locations and timing of #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests in the state. The court’s decision, made in response to an application filed by the State’s Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Oluwasina Ogungbade, aims to ensure that protests are conducted in an organized and peaceful manner. According to…
Former agitators in the Niger Delta have decided to withdraw from the proposed nationwide protests against economic hardship, citing unconstitutional motives behind the event’s promotion. Following an emergency meeting on Wednesday, hundreds of ex-agitators resolved to support President Bola Tinubu’s administration, expressing confidence that given more time, the President would address the nation’s challenges. The…
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has appealed to Nigerians to forgo the planned nationwide protests amid the ongoing economic crisis. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja, Akume emphasized that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is actively working to address the country’s numerous challenges. “The current economic hardships will…
The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has urged residents of Kwara State to maintain peace and avoid actions that could lead to a breakdown of law and order. In a statement issued by the monarch’s spokesman, Mallam Abdulazeez Arowona, the Emir emphasized that dialogue is essential for fostering peace and harmony. Alhaji Sulu-Gambari noted…
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have been knocked out of the 2024 Olympic Games after a disappointing 1-3 defeat to Japan at La Beaujoire Stadium in Nantes. This loss, their third consecutive in the tournament, concludes their Olympic campaign prematurely. Earlier, Nigeria had suffered defeats of 0-1 against Spain and 1-2 against Brazil. This result…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an Immigration Fraud Section within various Commands across the country. This development was announced by the Executive Chairman of the EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, during a meeting with a delegation from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), led by Superintendent Rabhi Abdallah, at the Commission’s headquarters in…
A 29-year-old man, Muzamir Abubakar, has allegedly killed his 60-year-old father, Abubakar Adawa Tsonga, in the Barkin- Sale area of Minna, the Niger state capital. Investigations revealed the deceased had been missing since Monday causing a search for him by neighbours and good Samaritan’s. However, it was learnt that the mutilated body of Tsonga was…
MTN Nigeria has given reasons why it decided to close its offices nationwide. According to MTN, its offices were closed in order to protect its workers and facilities from attacks, after the Monday attack on some offices in Lagos and Osun. The telco said it was still taking stock of its losses as a result…
Bank customers have thronged their banks to reactivate their dormant accounts in line with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) guidelines on the management of dormant accounts and unclaimed balances. Some of the customers, who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Tuesday, said they had activated their bank accounts to…
Subscribers of major networks in Kano have lamented poor internet and call services in the metropolis. The subscribers, who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria in separate interviews on Tuesday in Kano, said that the situation causes them untold hardship. Moses Isiyaku, a subscriber, lamented that he grappled with unreliable internet and call services…
Former Education Minister, Oby Ezekwesili, has charged Nigerian Government against spreading fear ahead of the EnBadGovernance protest scheduled for August 1st. Ezekwesili said the protest is a valid way of Nigerians expressing their grievances over their situation. Posting on X, the former Minister declared her stand with the organisers of the protest. She wrote: “This…
The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has registered 522,778 artisans under its Skill Up Artisans (SUPA) programme, covering 20 trade areas. This was disclosed by ITF director general Dr. Afiz Ogun, during a joint briefing with the Chartered Institute of Project Managers of Nigeria (CIPMN) on special certification for Nigerian artisans trained under the SUPA programme…
Nigerian veteran songstress and activist Onyeka Onwenu has reportedly died. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the musician, known as the ‘Elegant Stallion,’ collapsed after performing at the 80th birthday party of Emzor Pharmaceuticals’ CEO, Stella Okoli. Onwenu was immediately rushed to Reddington Hospital, where she reportedly passed away. The President of the…
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 senior pastor of Awaiting The Second Coming Of Christ Ministry, Adewale Giwa, on Wednesday cautioned President Bola Tinubu against pushing Nigerians to the wall. Pastor Giwa said Tinubu is running out of time, hence he should do the right thing. His caution is coming as Nigerians prepare to hit the streets in protest of…
The President of the Rotary Club of Abuja, Maitama, Rtn. Rosemond Favour Uche, has asked Nigerians to support breast cancer patients in neglected communities. She said the cost of diagnosis and care of the disease was burdensome Catholic bishops urge protesters to be peaceful, orderly He said partnerships with individuals and organizations that were dedicated…
Ahead of the planned nationwide protest on August 1, the Catholic Bishops of Ibadan Ecclesiastical Province have urged Nigerians who will participate in the protest to be orderly. According to the bishops who gave the admonition after a meeting held at the Domus Pacis Pastoral Institute in Igoba, Akure, the Ondo State capital, security agencies…
