President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has removed Jalal Arabi from his position as Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and has appointed Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman as his replacement. The decision comes as Arabi faces corruption charges from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Ajuri Ngelale, Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and […]
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Falana Threatens Legal Action Against Senators Over ₦21 Million Monthly Allowance
Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has issued a warning to the National Assembly regarding the recent disclosure that Nigerian Senators receive a monthly “running cost” allowance of ₦21 million. The increase from the previous ₦14 million has been labeled by Falana as both “illegal and contemptuous.” Falana referred to […]
“Benjamin Kalu’s Threat to Abia Governor Sparks Social Media Fury”
Nigerians have reacted angrily to comments made by Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, who claimed that the APC would overtake Abia State from Governor Alex Otti in the 2027 elections. Kalu’s statements, both public and private, have been perceived as a direct challenge to Otti’s administration and have ignited a firestorm […]
Hope Beckons for Consumers as FCCPC Partners with EFCC for a Safer, More Transparent Market Environment
In a significant development for consumer protection in Nigeria, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have announced a strengthened partnership aimed at enhancing market transparency and consumer rights. The New Alliance The collaboration between the FCCPC and EFCC marks a strategic move to combat unfair […]
Bank Recapitalisation: Unveiling Opportunities for Investors in a Volatile Economy
In a recent webinar hosted by Coronation Securities Limited, experts discussed the significance of bank recapitalisation and its potential to transform Nigeria’s banking sector amid economic fluctuations. The panel included prominent figures such as Okey Umeano (Chief Economist, Securities and Exchange Commission), Bolanle Adekoya (Partner, PwC), and Ayokunle Olubunmi (Financial Institutions Ratings, Agusto & Co.). […]
Destiny Etiko Denies Allegations of Luxury Car Gift from Omotola’s Husband
Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has refuted claims that Matthew Ekeinde, husband of renowned actress Omotola Jalade, gifted her a luxury car. The rumors, which surfaced on TikTok, suggested that Etiko had an affair with Ekeinde, who supposedly gave her the car for her birthday last week. In a video posted on her Instagram, Etiko addressed […]
Utomi Challenges Amosun’s ‘Blacklist’ Claim, Criticizes Presidential Jet Fleet
Renowned political economist Pat Utomi has responded to former Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosun’s allegation that he was blacklisted by the Ogun State House of Assembly before taking office. Utomi, in an interview with Channels Television, denied any business dealings with the Ogun State government that could justify such a blacklist. The controversy began when […]
Tinubu Approves NNPC’s Use of 2023 Dividends for Petrol Subsidy Amid Rising Costs
President Bola Tinubu has granted approval for the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to utilize its 2023 dividends to cover the expenses of petrol subsidies. These dividends, originally earmarked for distribution among the three tiers of government via the federation account, will now be redirected to address the financial strain of the subsidy. This […]
Ex-Senator Elisha Abbo Reveals Senators’ Earnings, Highlights Governors’ Higher Pay
Former Nigerian senator Ishaku Elisha Abbo has confirmed the substantial earnings of members of the Nigerian Senate, sparking further debate on the cost of governance in the country. In a recent interview with Arise TV, Abbo, who represented Adamawa North Senatorial District, disclosed that while serving as a senator, he earned ₦14.4 million monthly. However, […]
Supreme Court Rejects Ajaka’s Appeal in Kogi Governorship Election Dispute
The Supreme Court has dismissed the application filed by Yakubu Muritala Ajaka, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate, regarding the recent Kogi State gubernatorial election. Ajaka had petitioned the court under appeal SC/CV/654/2024, requesting that the Supreme Court delay its decision until a full panel could hear a specific issue raised in his appeal. He […]