Curious about the current black market exchange rate between the U.S. dollar and the Nigerian naira? Here’s the latest update on rates for 4th November 2024, covering the exchange rate at the Lagos Parallel Market (also known as the black market or Aboki FX). Please note that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not […]
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N-HYPPADEC Boosts Youth Empowerment with Skill Training and Starter Packs in Niger State
The National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC) is intensifying its efforts to combat poverty and unemployment among youth in Nigeria’s power-producing areas. The Managing Director of N-HYPPADEC, Alhaji Abubakar Sadiq Yelwa, recently highlighted the Commission’s commitment to empowering youths through job creation and skill acquisition initiatives during an event held in Minna, Niger […]
Abuja Residents Struggle to Afford Food and Transportation Amid Rising Costs
Residents of Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are voicing concerns over skyrocketing food and transportation costs, driven largely by recent hikes in fuel prices. Many residents report that these increases have made basic necessities unaffordable, creating intense strain on household budgets. Maryam Abusaid, a mother of three, shared her frustration at the doubling of rice […]
APC Claims All 18 Local Government Chairmanship Seats in Cross River Elections
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has secured all 18 chairmanship positions in Cross River State’s local government elections, held on November 2. The results were officially announced on Sunday by Dr. Ekong Boco, Chairman of the Cross River State Independent Electoral Commission (CROSIEC), at the commission’s Calabar headquarters. The APC swept key councils, including Abi, […]
Ondo Governorship Debate Heats Up as Candidates Dispute Security Vote Transparency
In a lively pre-election debate, Ondo State’s Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa (APC) and his main challenger, Agboola Ajayi (PDP), clashed over the transparency and allocation of the governor’s monthly security vote. Hosted by Channels Television, the debate offered each candidate a platform to outline their policies ahead of the upcoming November 16 election. Ajayi accused Aiyedatiwa […]
Umahi Warns of Structural Risk on Lagos Bridges, Urges Immediate Attention
David Umahi, Nigeria’s Minister of Works, has raised an urgent warning regarding the structural safety of major Lagos bridges, including the Third Mainland, Carter, and Marina bridges. He expressed concerns that, due to damage from carbonization and chlorination affecting the bridges’ pile caps, these structures may deteriorate severely if not swiftly addressed. Umahi explained that […]
Rivers Crisis: South-South Leader Calls for Peace Between Governor Fubara and Minister Wike
Elder Joseph Ambakederimo, the convener of the South-South Reawakening Group, has urged an immediate resolution to the ongoing political standoff in Rivers State between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike. Ambakederimo expressed concern over the prolonged tension, warning of potential negative impacts on governance and project continuity within the […]
NASU, SSANU Temporarily Suspend Strike After Partial Salary Agreement
The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) have announced a conditional suspension of their nationwide strike over unpaid salaries. The unions stated that members are expected to resume work on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. In a joint statement, NASU General Secretary Prince Peters […]
APC Leader Dismisses Claims of Northern Opposition to Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection Over Tax Reform Bill
Oladele Oyelude, the Director-General of Tinubu-Shettima Ambassadors and an APC chieftain in Osun State, has dismissed concerns that the North will oppose President Bola Tinubu’s reelection in 2027 due to his proposed tax reform bill. Speaking to journalists in Osogbo, Oyelude encouraged critics to engage their National Assembly representatives to address any issues with the […]
University Staff Unions Criticize FG Over Partial Salary Release Amid Ongoing Strike
The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Universities and Allied Institutions (NASU) has voiced frustration with the Federal Government’s partial salary release, which covered only one of the four months owed to university staff. The unions began an indefinite strike last Monday, […]