Three prominent Nigerian opposition leaders—Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rabiu Kwankwaso—have reportedly resumed discussions about forming a potential merger ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The aim of this coalition is to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) government led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. According to Naija News, the discussions are driven by […]
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Breaking: PDP Summons Nyesom Wike Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has summoned Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), to answer for alleged anti-party activities. The PDP disciplinary committee has requested Wike’s presence to address the matter. Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Ibrahim Abdullahi, announced on Monday that Wike has been formally invited to appear […]
Super Eagles Camp Opens Today for 2025 AFCON Qualifiers
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to assemble at their camp in Uyo today, September 2, 2024, as they prepare for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) announced a 23-man squad for the qualifiers last Tuesday. Key players such as Calvin Bassey, […]
Public Holidays in Nigeria for September 2024
Nigerians can look forward to several significant public holidays and events in September 2024, providing opportunities for rest and civic participation:
Traditional Ruler Laments Dismissal by Governor Fubara While Hospitalized
A traditional ruler in Rivers State, Eze Ohna Sergeant Chidi Awuse, has expressed deep disappointment with Governor Siminalayi Fubara for removing him as Chairman of the Traditional Rulers’ Council during a critical period of illness. According to Naija News, Governor Fubara removed Awuse from his position on June 21, citing inactivity and ineffective leadership. The […]
Nigeria’s Oil Production Drops by 27.4% in 10 Years Due to Pipeline Vandalism and Theft
Nigeria’s oil output has decreased by 27.4% over the past decade, primarily due to pipeline vandalism, oil theft, illegal refining, and insufficient investment. As of July 2024, the nation’s oil production stood at 1.4 million barrels per day (bpd), down from 1.9 million bpd in July 2014, according to data from the Organisation of Petroleum […]
Dollar to Naira: Black Market Exchange Rates for 31st August 2024
As of 31st August 2024, the U.S. dollar to Nigerian naira exchange rate in the black market, also known as the parallel market, has seen slight changes. According to sources at Bureau De Change (BDC), in Lagos, the dollar is being bought for ₦1630 and sold for ₦1645. It’s important to note that the Central […]
Shehu Sani Advocates for Southern Presidency in 2027, Urges North to Wait Until 2031
In a recent interview, Senator Shehu Sani, who represented Kaduna Central in the 8th Senate, shared his thoughts on President Bola Tinubu’s potential re-election bid in 2027. Sani argued that the southern region should take the lead in the 2027 elections, while the North should wait until 2031 to produce the next president. Sani highlighted […]
Rivers Assembly Confirms Fubara’s Appointees Led by Lawrence Oko-Jaja
The Rivers State House of Assembly, under the leadership of Speaker Victor Oko-Jumbo, has screened and confirmed Lawrence Oko-Jaja, SAN, as the Chairman of the Board for the Rivers State Bureau on Public Procurement (RSBoPP). The confirmation took place during a plenary session held at the Hallowed Chamber of the Assembly, situated within the Administrative […]
New Arsenal Signing Mikel Merino Injured in First Training Session, Confirms Arteta
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that the club’s new addition, Mikel Merino, sustained a shoulder injury during his first training session with the team. Merino, who recently joined Arsenal from Real Sociedad in a £31.6 million deal, collided with a teammate, resulting in a “small fracture” that will sideline him for several weeks. During […]