President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in his capacity as Chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has convened another Extraordinary Summit of the Authority on the political situation in the Republic of Niger. A statement by the ECOWAS commission in Abuja on Monday indicated…
By Damilola Adeleke “On January 1, 2012, the Nigerian government, led by President Goodluck Jonathan, made a significant decision to remove the petroleum subsidy. The ruling party at that time, now in government, had vehemently opposed the move during the Arab Spring, fearing its potential consequences. Today, however, they find themselves implementing the measure, citing…
By Damilola Adeleke “The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) recently signed the Civil Aviation Masterplan (CAMP) with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The agreement was sealed during a visit by NCAA’s Director General, Captain Musa Nuhu, to ICAO’s headquarters in Montreal, Canada. According to Captain Musa Nuhu, the implementation of the Masterplan will create…
By Damilola Adeleke The federal government has teamed up with Wema Bank to establish digital hubs for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in seven states. Vice President Kashim Shettima, in a statement by his office’s Director of Information, Olusola Abiola, revealed the plan to empower one million youths with digital skills through these hubs….
By Damilola Adeleke “In the aftermath of the removal of fuel subsidy, Prince Adewole Adebayo, the Social Democratic Party’s presidential candidate, urges Nigerians not to despair. He reminds them that President Bola Tinubu had warned about such decisions during his campaign. Adebayo emphasizes that tough choices lie ahead for the government and citizens alike, as…
By Damilola Adeleke In Washington DC, a mass shooting on Sunday resulted in three fatalities and two injuries. Acting Police Chief Pamela Smith urges the community to assist the investigation. The incident occurred in the southeast, and officers are searching for potential additional victims. The Chief emphasizes the need to end gun violence and ensure…
By Damilola Adeleke In the 2023 Women’s World Cup, the Super Falcons of Nigeria suffer a crushing defeat, exiting after a 4-2 penalty loss to England’s Lionesses.
Rights activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, Omoyele Sowore, has said that the Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol, was not cheap before the removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal Government. Sowore in a post on his Facebook page Saturday night said the term “subsidy removal was being incorrectly…
ADEYINKA ADEDIPE analyzes the ongoing debate over dilapidated federal roads in Edo State after Governor Godwin Obaseki and his convoy got trapped in one of the roads The rainy season has once again exposed the country’s soft underbelly as the flood has taken over sections of some states and left destruction in its wake. The…
In an effort to boost food production and support communities affected by violent conflicts, the Plateau State government-owned ASTC has cultivated 900 hectares of land in 14 areas. These communities, spread across Riyom, Barkin Ladi, and Mangu, were severely impacted by recent attacks, leading to the displacement of residents and destruction of farms. The farming…
Over the years, women have demanded fair representation in leadership roles in the country. Though the number of men in such positions surpasses that of women, it is encouraging that women’s voices are being heard. Recently, President Bola Tinubu sent his list of ministerial nominees to the National Assembly, and several women are featured. Blessing…
Banyana Banyana of South Africa have crashed out of the 2023 FIFA women’s World Cup after losing 2-0 to the Netherlands in Sunday’s round of 16 tie. Goals in each half from Jill Roord and Lineth Beerensteyn was enough to send the Dutch into the quarter-finals. Roord opened the scoring in the ninth minute before…
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) says its members will embark on peaceful protests nationwide from Wednesday, August 9, if the Federal Government fails to meet its demands. This is contained in a notice issued on Saturday after the Association’s National Executive Council (E-NEC) virtual meeting and addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry…
The Senate has called on President Bola Tinubu, as Chairman of ECOWAS, to further encourage other leaders of the regional grouping to strengthen political and diplomatic options in resolving the political impasse in Niger Republic. The resolution followed the consideration of a letter by President Tinubu at plenary. In the letter, the President informed the…
Nigeria clinch 4th Afrobasket, after they defeated Senegal 78-70 to win the 2023 FIBA AfroBasket Women’s title inside the BK Arena in Kigali, Rwanda. With the victory, D’Tigress now have six championships overall and have won four straight matches since 2017. Nigeria have defeated the Teranga Lionesses eight times in their twelve encounters. The Nigerian…
Some pregnant women have demanded the Federal Government to meet the needs of the striking resident doctors so they can return to work and offer healthcare services to Nigerians. The women made the call on Saturday in Abuja l plat an outreach for pregnant women by the Help Africans Charity Network, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO)….
A group of mystic Meerkats at Drusillas Park in Sussex have predicted that England’s Lionesses will beat Nigeria’s Super Falcons in Monday’s 2023 women’s World Cup round of 16 clash. Using two buckets of treats with each team’s flag on, the meerkats choose which one they would prefer to eat from. The bucket with the…
Manchester United have announced the signing of Danish striker Rasmus Højlund from Serie A side Atalanta. Højlund joined United after signing a deal that will run till 2028. “Rasmus Højlund has joined Manchester United on a contract running until June 2028, with the option of a further year, subject to international clearance,” United stated. “At…
A prominent Big Brother Naija All Stars housemate, Angel Smith, has clarified that her recent altercation with Ilebaye had nothing to do with Cross. Previously, Angel and Ilebaye had physical confrontation on Wednesday night after she scolded the latter for sitting on her box. Soma told Angel on Saturday that Mercy Eke insinuated that her…
It is a pathetic story for France-based Nigerian woman, Ms. Ehi Nosakhale Ese from Ebelle in Igueben Local Government Area of Edo State who alleged that she has been traumatized, dehumanized, brutalized and is now being forced to live on the streets of Nice in France. Worst of all, she said she is being treated…
Afrobeats no suspicion have become a global phenomenon, and its growing influence on the world stage cannot be underestimated as re-echoed recently by the U.S. Consul General in Nigeria, Mr. Will Stevens. Stevens, while speaking at the Headies pre-awards reception in honor of the 16th annual Headies Music Award held last Friday at the US…
President Bola Tinubu says a comprehensive forensic audit of the Central Bank is underway, while a thorough overhaul of the Civil Service payroll is imminent. The President stated this during an audience with the President of the World Bank, Mr. Ajay Banga, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. ”The reforms are in tandem with Nigeria’s Ease…
DESPITE the free education policy of the Bauchi State government, a good number of children still do not accompany school. In fact, according to Bauchi State Annual School Census, ASC, data for 2019–2020, a total of 1,031,524 children are out of school in the State. In Masori community of Alkaleri local government area of Bauchi…
The Northern leadership under the aegis of Arewa Consultative Forum, has warned President Bola Tinubu to avoid going into war with Niger military junta. The group gave the caution while calling for a dialogue to settle the issue in a statement issued by its General Secretary, Murtala Aliyu, on Friday. According to ACF, military deployment…
The Nigerian Immigration Service has bemoaned the unnecessary deaths and difficulties facing Nigerians attempting to travel outside the country through illegal means. The Comptroller, of NIS Ekiti State Command, Ademola Abdulrashed, who said Nigerians could travel abroad for reasons best known to them, advised that such must be “safe, orderly and regular”. Abdulrashed, who spoke…
President Bola Tinubu has reached out to the senate over the withdrawal of the nomination of Maryam Shetty as a ministerial nominee, replacing the former with Mairiga Mahmud. The President also placed in Festus Keyamo’s name as a ministerial nominee from Delta state This was revealed when the President of the Senate, Godswill Akabio read…
Over 1.2 million candidates are sitting for the on-going 2023 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) conducted by the National Examinations Council (NECO). The Registrar of NECO, Prof. Dantani Wushishi stated this in Jos Plateau State on Friday while monitoring the conduct of the examination in some Schools. Prof. Wushishi disclosed that out of the figure,…
Big Brother Naija All Stars housemate, Terseer Waya, aka Kiddwaya, has said that colleague Angel Smith lacks home training. Kidd, the Head of the House, stated this while chatting with Seyi Awolowo on Friday morning. He insinuated that Angel’s rudeness was due to improper upbringing. Kiddwaya said: “What is happening with Angel is lack of…
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…
Chelsea Football club have agreed a deal to sign Brighton goalkeeper, Robert Sanchez for £25million plus add-ons and a sell-on clause with Sanchez now set to undergo a medical at Chelsea. The Blues have been looking to add a goalkeeper to their squad following the sale of Edouard mendy to Al-Ahli in Saudi Arabia. 25-year-old…
Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) in partnership with a private firm is set to deploy Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations across the country. In a statement by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer NNPCL Garba Deen Muhammad, the collaboration is aimed at expanding CNG infrastructure, improve access to CNG, and accelerate the adoption of cheaper…
