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 […]
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NSCDC’s Agro-Rangers, Mining Marshals: Combating Insecurity, Promoting Economic Growth-CWAI
A civil society and pressure group, non-profit and anti-corruption organization, Citizens Watch Advocacy Initiative (CWAI) has lauded and commended the Agro-Rangers Initiative, enhanced by the present Commandant-General of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi, across the country to boost food security in order to make food available and allow […]
VP Kashim Shettima Urges Strengthened Nigeria-EU Ties to Address Humanitarian Challenges
Vice President Kashim Shettima has emphasized the importance of deepening the relationship between Nigeria and the European Union (EU) to tackle pressing issues such as malnutrition and other humanitarian challenges. Shettima made these remarks during a courtesy visit by an EU delegation led by the outgoing EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Samuela Isopi, at […]
Sen. Emma Nwaka Resigns from Abia PDP, Cites Personal Reasons
Sen. Emma Nwaka, a founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State, has officially resigned from the party. His decision was announced on Thursday through a resignation letter titled “Time for me to quit.” In his letter, Nwaka expressed that his departure was the result of thoughtful reflection on his political journey. […]
NNPC to Transfer Warri and Kaduna Refineries to Private Operators
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced its plans to hand over the operations and maintenance of the Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company and the Kaduna Refining and Petrochemical Company to private operators. The NNPCL is seeking to engage reputable and credible Operations and Maintenance companies to take on the responsibility of running […]
BUA Cement’s Price Reduction Plan Thwarted by Dealers, Says Chairman Abdul SamadRabiu
AbdulSamad Rabiu, the Chairman of BUA Cement, has disclosed that the company’s efforts to reduce cement prices to ₦3,500 per bag last year were frustrated by cement dealers. Speaking at BUA Cement’s 8th Annual General Meeting in Abuja, Rabiu expressed his disappointment over the failure to pass on the intended savings to consumers. Rabiu revealed […]
Dollar-Naira Exchange Rates and Rising Domestic Airfares in Nigeria: A 30th August 2024 Update
As of 30th August 2024, the exchange rate for the U.S. dollar to the Nigerian naira on the black market (parallel market) in Lagos is as follows: Please note that these rates can vary depending on the location and the dealer. Additionally, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not recognize the black market rates […]
NLC President Joe Ajaero Departs Police Headquarters After Statement
The National President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has left the headquarters of the Police Intelligence Response Team (IRT) in Abuja after completing his statement. Ajaero arrived at the IRT headquarters, located at Old Abattoir by Guzape Junction, around 10:17 AM and exited at 11:15 AM. Though he did not speak to […]
Federal Government Introduces 50% Electricity Subsidy for Public Hospitals
The Federal Government has announced a 50% subsidy on electricity for public hospitals across Nigeria, a move aimed at reducing operational costs and alleviating the financial burden on patients. This initiative was confirmed by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, in a statement issued on Thursday. The subsidy is […]
Speaker Abbas Calls for Urgent Relief Efforts for Kaduna Flood Victims
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has expressed his deep concern following the recent flooding in Sabon Gari Local Government Area, Kaduna State, labeling the event as a tragic disaster. The flooding, which occurred on Monday in the Kogin Mata and Tudun Muntsira, Chikaji areas, was caused by heavy rainfall, resulting in widespread […]