Governors from Northern Nigeria and the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) have called for the release of minors charged with treason following their participation in #EndBadGovernance protests held in Kano and Kaduna in early August. The Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, instructed the state’s Attorney General to pursue the release of the children, some of […]
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US Election 2024: Harris and Trump Make Final Push in Swing States
With just under 48 hours remaining in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are intensifying their campaigns across swing states. Harris focused her efforts in Michigan, making stops in Detroit, Pontiac, and East Lansing to rally support among key voting groups, including Black and Arab-American communities. She is also banking on […]
Chad Considers Withdrawal from MNJTF Amid Boko Haram Escalation
Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno has hinted at a possible withdrawal of Chadian troops from the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) following a deadly Boko Haram attack on Chadian soldiers in Barkaram on October 27. Following the incident, President Deby personally took command of military operations along the Lake Chad border. A statement from […]
Peter Obi Clarifies Controversial Statement on Church Vigils and Productivity
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has clarified his recent remarks on church vigils, which he says were misrepresented. Obi’s statement on redirecting church vigils towards productive night shifts sparked mixed reactions, with some viewing it as an attack on religious practices. Obi explained through his media aide, Ibrahim Umar, that his comments were misunderstood. According […]
Black Market Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, 4th November 2024
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 […]
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 […]