Curious about today’s Dollar to Naira exchange rate in Nigeria’s black market? On Tuesday, August 27, 2024, the exchange rate for a dollar at the Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market) saw players buying at ₦1,605 and selling at ₦1,615, according to sources at Bureau De Change (BDC). While these rates provide a snapshot of current […]
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Lagos Red Line Rail Begins Partial Operations Today
The Lagos Mass Transit Red Line Rail is set to commence partial operations today, marking a significant milestone in the state’s transportation infrastructure. The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) spokesperson, Kolawole Ojelabi, announced that starting today, the Red Line will operate four daily trips between Oyingbo and Agbado. Passengers will be able to use […]
Group wants Matrix Oil investigated over blended crude, Russian oil
The Centre for Accountability and Transparency (CAAT) has called for an investigation into Matrix Oil’s importation of blended crude oil, alleging violation of international sanctions on Russian oil. Speaking at a press conference, convener Okwa Dan claims Matrix Oil’s actions have caused economic sabotage, environmental pollution, and health risks to Nigerians. The group alleges that […]
COURT REMANDS PDP CHIEFTAINS TILL OCT. 15, 2024
By Emma Akpam Embattled Former Deputy Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP} in Benue State, Chief Isaac Mffo and the erstwhile State Publicity Secretary, Bemgba Iortyom have been sent to the Makurdi Correctional Centre by Justice Kelvin Mbanongon. The two chieftains of the PDP were found culpable over alleged offences of criminal conspiracy, cyber […]
Court Temporarily Halts Biden’s Immigration Policy for Spouses of U.S. Citizens
By Agency Report A Texas judge has issued a temporary pause on a key immigration policy introduced by President Joe Biden, which aimed to streamline the process for spouses of U.S. citizens to obtain legal status. This ruling represents a significant setback for one of Biden’s major immigration reform initiatives. The ruling was handed down […]
Peter Obi Warns Nigeria Risks Becoming a “Banana Republic” Amid Journalist Harassment
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate for the Labour Party, has raised alarms over the growing harassment of journalists in Nigeria, warning that the country is at risk of descending into a “Banana Republic” where freedom of the press is severely curtailed. His comments follow reports of the arrest and detention of an anonymous whistleblower, […]
Ohanaeze Blames South-East Governors’ Weak Response for Simon Ekpa’s Influence, Urges Action on Kanu’s Release
The leading socio-cultural organization of the South East, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has criticized the region’s governors, holding them accountable for the ongoing unrest instigated by Simon Ekpa. According to Ohanaeze, the governors’ lack of firm action regarding the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has empowered Ekpa, who is […]
NUT Criticizes FG’s New 18-Year Age Requirement for WAEC and NECO
The Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) has expressed strong disapproval of the federal government’s newly instituted age policy for secondary school leaving examinations. As reported by Naija News, the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, announced on Monday that the Nigerian government has set a minimum age of 18 for students to be eligible to […]
UK Expands List of Companies Licensed to Sponsor Work Visas for Nigerians
The United Kingdom (UK) has expanded the number of organizations authorized to sponsor workers under the worker and temporary worker immigration routes, effective Friday, August 23, 2024. The list now includes 119,195 approved companies. Nigerians seeking employment opportunities in the UK are encouraged to visit the websites of these companies to explore available job openings. […]
Matawalle, Awarded Fellowship At Institute of Security and Strategic Studies
The Honourable Minister of State for Defense, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle MON has been awarded a Fellowship at the Nigerian Institute of Security and Strategic Studies. The Honorable Minister of State, Defence joins other notable Nigerians who have been elected to the Institute’s Board of Fellows including the Controller General, Nigeria Immigration Service, Kemi Nanna […]