Ibrahim Abdullahi, the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has stated that former President Goodluck Jonathan stands a strong chance of winning the 2027 presidential election if he runs under the party’s banner. Abdullahi emphasized that the PDP’s primary concern is winning elections and controlling the central government to drive national […]
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Northern Political Figures Express Dissatisfaction with Tinubu’s Administration, Hint at 2027 Opposition
Several northern political leaders and groups have voiced growing dissatisfaction with President Bola Tinubu’s administration, citing concerns about neglecting northern interests and marginalizing the politicians who supported his rise to power. Critics argue that Tinubu has favored the Yoruba ethnic group in key government appointments, leaving northern representation sidelined. They highlight the concentration of crucial […]
ICPC Warns of Consequences for Defying Supreme Court Ruling on Local Government Autonomy
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has issued a stern warning that it will take action against any official or individual who defies the Supreme Court’s ruling on local government autonomy. This follows the Supreme Court’s landmark judgment on July 11, 2024, which affirmed the financial independence of Nigeria’s 774 Local […]
Nigerian Cargo Rejections Abroad: Experts Identify Key Causes
LAGOS – The frequent rejection of Nigerian cargo in international markets is primarily due to the lack of goods integrity and exporters’ failure to adhere to best practices throughout the intermodal supply chain. This was the consensus at the fourth CHINET Aviacargo Conference held in Lagos, themed ‘e-Commerce and the Future of Air Cargo in […]
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate in Black Market on August 24, 2024
The exchange rate for the dollar to naira in the black market (also known as the parallel market) is a crucial piece of information for those looking to convert currency outside of official channels. On Friday, August 23, 2024, in Lagos, black market traders were buying dollars at N1610 and selling at N1615, according to […]
Clark Urges Tinubu to Declare State of Emergency on Food Crisis
Chief Edwin Clark, former Federal Commissioner for Information and South-South Leader, has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently declare a state of emergency on food security in Nigeria. Speaking at his Asokoro residence in Abuja, Clark emphasized the growing hunger and anger among Nigerians, urging immediate government action. During a visit from the President […]
12 Governors Hire Over 4,800 Aides Amid Rising State Debts
Despite ongoing calls to reduce governance costs and limit borrowing, 12 state governors have collectively appointed more than 4,835 aides since taking office in 2023, Saturday PUNCH reports. The 1999 Constitution allows governors to appoint various aides, including Special Assistants, Special Advisers, and others, to help in their duties. However, some governors have significantly increased […]
Tinubu Swears in Justice Kekere-Ekun as Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria, Emphasizes Judicial Integrity
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administered the oath of office to Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) on Friday, pending Senate confirmation. The ceremony, held at the Council Chamber of the State House in Abuja, marks the swearing-in of Nigeria’s 23rd Chief Justice and its second female to hold the position. […]
NCC Seizes ₦50M Worth of Pirated Books in Lagos, Arrests Shop Owners in Major Raid
By: News Agency of Nigeria The Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) has confiscated suspected pirated books valued at ₦50 million during a raid in the Yaba area of Lagos State. The operation, led by Charles Amudipe, Deputy Director of Operations and Head of Operations at the NCC Lagos office, targeted the Yaba Book Market. The raid […]
Federal Government to Relaunch School Feeding Programme Amid Calls for Resumption
The federal government has announced plans to relaunch the Home-Grown School Feeding Programme, an initiative aimed at providing meals to students to boost school attendance and improve educational outcomes. Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, made this announcement during a meeting with the House of Representatives Committee on Alternative […]