The Nigerian government’s plans to lower food prices by removing taxes and import duties on basic food items are facing significant setbacks. The average price of imported food rose to 878.3 in September 2024, a worrying increase reflecting ongoing economic challenges. In July, the government announced a 150-day duty-free import window for essential commodities like […]
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Edo Deputy Governor Shaibu Offers N1 Million Reward for Information on Alleged Looting in Obaseki’s Administration
Edo State’s reinstated Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, has announced a N1 million reward for information related to the alleged looting of government property as Governor Godwin Obaseki’s administration winds down. Shaibu, speaking at a press briefing in Benin City, claimed to have evidence of misconduct, including last-minute loans and misappropriation of funds. Shaibu also called […]
IMF Approves $1.1 Billion Support for Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $1.1 billion loan disbursement for Ukraine, providing crucial budget support as the country continues to face the devastating impacts of the Russian invasion. This payment is part of a larger 4-year, $15.5 billion aid program, bringing the total funds disbursed to $8.7 billion. IMF Managing Director Kristalina […]
Jigawa Commissioner Arrested by Hisbah Over Alleged Affair With Married Woman
The Kano State Hisbah Board has arrested Auwal Danladi Sankara, Jigawa State’s Commissioner of Special Duties, for allegedly engaging in an affair with a married woman, Tasleem Baba Nabegu. Hisbah operatives apprehended Sankara in an uncompleted building, reportedly after tracking him based on complaints, including one from the woman’s husband, Nasiru Bulama. Along with charges […]
Goodluck Jonathan Reflects on Iwuanyanwu’s Support During Yar’adua’s Illness
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has paid tribute to the late Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, former President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, for his unwavering prayers during the political uncertainty caused by President Umaru Yar’adua’s illness. Speaking at Iwuanyanwu’s service of songs in Abuja, Jonathan recalled how Iwuanyanwu’s support helped him navigate the confusion when Yar’adua was incapacitated but […]
Tribute to a man of the finest qualities at 60
The year was 2008! I had gone to visit Fr. Daniel Msugh Agber in his residence at Supreme Courts Quarters in Karu FHA, where good fate would later throw me for the second phase of my pastoral year. There I met Fr. Sam Tumba. Or he met me there? When I was about to leave […]
N85,000 Minimum Wage: Youths Hail Sanwo-Olu For Setting The Pace
The pro-democracy youth organization, Youth Bureau has joined in applauding Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for the approving N85,000 minimum wage for the state workers.Youth Bureau’s Publicity Secretary, Awakulu Galadima made this known during a press conference on Thursday in Lagos, describing the approval as a right step in the right direction.The youth group said the pronouncement […]
CSO Seeks Suspension of GTB Management Over Fraud Allegations
…faults CBN over failure to sanction No fewer than seven Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have called for the immediate suspension of the Group Managing Director and CEO of Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) Mr. Olusegun Julius Kosebinu Agbaje and the Board of Directors of GTCO and GTB to allow for a fair and seamless investigation […]
NIPCO Blames Unauthorized Technicians for Edo CNG Explosion, Details Emerge
NIPCO Gas Ltd has attributed the recent gas explosion at its Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) station in Eyean, Benin City, Edo State, to unauthorized CNG technicians installing substandard cylinders. The explosion, which occurred during refueling on Wednesday, injured three individuals. According to NIPCO’s statement, the explosion was caused by a fake, non-compliant CNG cylinder installed […]
Peter Obi Criticizes Tinubu and Shettima for Simultaneous Absence from Nigeria
Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has criticized President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for being out of the country simultaneously. In a statement on his X account, Obi expressed concern over their absence during a time when Nigeria faces numerous domestic challenges. He argued that the explanation from the presidency […]