Naira Drops to N1,620 in Parallel Market Amid Widening Exchange Rate Gap

The Naira continued its downward trend in the parallel market, depreciating to N1,620 per dollar on Wednesday, a slight drop from N1,615 per dollar recorded the previous day. In the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), the Naira also weakened, falling to N1,606.56 per dollar compared to Tuesday’s rate of N1,594.27 per dollar, marking a […]

Breaking: Dr. George Moghalu Resigns from APC

Dr. George Moghalu, a foundational member and former National Auditor of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has officially resigned from the party. His resignation was communicated in a letter addressed to his Uruagu Ward 1 chairman in Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra State. A copy of the letter was also sent to the […]

NLC Calls for Nationwide Prayer Procession in Solidarity with President Ajaero

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced plans for a nationwide peaceful prayer procession on August 29 in support of its President, Joe Ajaero. This decision follows an invitation from the police for Ajaero to appear for questioning on charges including criminal conspiracy, terrorism financing, treasonable felony, subversion, and cybercrime. In a letter issued to […]

FG Unveils Identity of Woman Threatening Mass Killing of Nigerians in Canada

The Federal Government has disclosed the identity of a woman who made viral threats of mass violence against Nigerians in Canada. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), identified her as Amaka Patience Sunnberger. The woman, who appeared in a video circulated on social media, threatened to poison Nigerians residing in Canada. […]

Breaking: Bode George Urges Atiku to Wait Until 2031 for Presidential Bid

Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, has advised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to refrain from contesting the 2027 presidential election, suggesting instead that he wait until 2031. In a statement on Wednesday, George argued that it is not the North’s turn to produce a president according to the […]

Breaking: FG and ASUU Begin Crucial Talks to Avert Nationwide University Strike

A pivotal meeting between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) is currently underway in Abuja. The discussions are aimed at preventing a potential nationwide strike in Nigeria’s public universities. Held at the Conference Hall of the Federal Ministry of Education, the meeting follows ASUU’s recent threat to embark on industrial […]

Police Used to Undermine Labour Party, Claims LP Chieftain Ajaero

Former Labour Party Ebonyi South Senatorial Candidate, Linus Okorie, has accused the Nigerian Police of being used to disrupt the Labour Party (LP) and intimidate its leaders. Okorie, a former member of the House of Representatives for Ohaozara, Onicha, and Ivo Constituency in Ebonyi State, stated that the recent police invitation of Nigeria Labour Congress […]

Governor Soludo Denies Plans to Borrow ₦245 Billion for 2024 Budget

Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, has refuted claims that his administration intends to borrow ₦245 billion to finance the 2024 budget. Speaking at the Governor’s Lodge during the celebration of the state’s 33rd anniversary, Soludo dismissed these reports as false, emphasizing that his government does not plan to borrow funds for the upcoming budget. The […]

NSCDC Recovers and Returns Looted Kano Court Property

The Kano State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has successfully recovered and returned multi-million Naira equipment looted during the recent nationwide hunger protests. The recovered items, belonging to the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) and the Kano State High Court, were handed over to their respective owners at the NSCDC state […]

COAS Lagbaja Rejects Calls for Military Intervention, Emphasizes Commitment to Democracy

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, firmly reiterated the Nigerian Army’s commitment to upholding democratic governance, dismissing any calls for military intervention. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the COAS Combined 2nd and 3rd Quarters Conference in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Tuesday, Lagbaja addressed the recent clamoring for a military takeover, […]