The House of Representatives has clarified that Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, lacks constitutional authority to conduct oversight functions in government agencies. Deputy spokesman Philip Agbese emphasized that oversight remains the exclusive power of the National Assembly, as outlined in Sections 88 and 89 of the 1999 Constitution. Agbese explained that […]
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Lagos to Establish Drug Manufacturing Agency for Quality Assurance – Sanwo-Olu Administration
The Lagos State Government has announced plans to create a drug manufacturing agency aimed at improving access to high-quality pharmaceuticals. This was revealed by Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, during the 7th Nigeria Pharma Manufacturers’ Expo in Lagos. The initiative seeks to boost local drug production and ensure stringent quality assurance through partnerships with […]
INEC Shuts Down Media Accreditation for Edo Governorship Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially closed the media accreditation portal for the forthcoming Edo State governorship election, set for September 21, 2024. The portal will shut down at midnight tonight, with no extensions granted. Sam Olumekun, INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, emphasized the importance of […]
2025 AFCON Qualifiers: Gernot Rohr Braces for Super Eagles’ Revenge as Benin Republic Defender Injured
Gernot Rohr, head coach of Benin Republic, is anticipating a challenging encounter against Nigeria’s Super Eagles this Saturday. Rohr acknowledged that Nigeria will be eager to seek retribution after Benin Republic’s unexpected 2-1 victory over them in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in June. The two teams will meet again in a 2025 Africa […]
Accused Briton Andrew Wynne Claims Innocence, Says FG Has No Evidence Against Him
Andrew Wynne, a Briton accused of funding the #EndBadGovernance protests against President Bola Tinubu’s administration, has asserted his innocence and claimed that the Nigerian government lacks evidence against him. In a statement made via WhatsApp to a Punch correspondent, Wynne accused the Nigeria Police Force of illegally raiding his Abuja bookshop and stealing his granddaughter’s […]
NANS Plans Nationwide Protests Over Fuel Price Hike, Aims to Shut Down Major Cities
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has announced a nationwide protest set to begin on September 15, 2024, aimed at shutting down major cities across Nigeria. The action is a response to the recent increase in fuel prices and dissatisfaction with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Director General, Mele Kyari. NANS is demanding […]
NYSC DG Announces Increase in Corps Members’ Allowance Following New Minimum Wage
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced that the monthly allowance for corps members will rise to ₦33,000 in response to the recent increase in the national minimum wage. This update was confirmed by NYSC Director General, Yusha’u Ahmed, during his visit to the orientation camps in Kebbi and Sokoto, where he addressed the […]
Okuama Leaders Sue DSS and Army for ₦200 Million Over Alleged Illegal Detention
James Oghorokor and Dennis Okugbaye, two leaders from the Okuama community in Delta State’s Ughelli South Local Government Area, have filed separate lawsuits against the Nigerian Army and the Department of State Services (DSS) at the Federal High Court in Warri. They are seeking ₦200 million in damages for what they claim are unlawful arrests […]
Sowunmi: Dangote Will Set the Price for His Refinery’s Petrol
Olabode Sowunmi, Chairman of the Energy Transition Study Group at the Nigerian Gas Association, has stated that Aliko Dangote is the sole authority on the pricing of petrol from his refinery. Sowunmi’s comments come after Dangote indicated that the Federal Executive Council (FEC) might influence the price per liter. In an interview with Arise TV, […]
Dangote and Bill Gates Join Vice President Shettima for NEC Meeting in Aso Rock
Aliko Dangote, Chairman of Dangote Foundation, and philanthropist Bill Gates are attending the ongoing National Economic Council (NEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The meeting, presided over by Vice President Kashim Shettima, is taking place in the Council Chamber. Governors Babagana Zulum of Borno State, Bala Mohammed of Bauchi, Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa […]