The northern governors and traditional rulers convened a meeting to address the ongoing blackout impacting 17 northern Nigerian states, affecting millions. With power out for two weeks in areas like Kaduna, Kano, and Gombe due to transmission line vandalism, economic activities have been significantly disrupted. The governors and leaders, including the Sultan of Sokoto and […]
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Arewa Consultative Forum Accuses Government of Neglect Amid Prolonged Northern Power Outage
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has raised concerns over a prolonged electricity blackout in northern Nigeria, accusing the Federal Government of neglect and questioning the uneven distribution of power across the country. The group has urged the government to declare a state of emergency, emphasizing the severe impact on the northern economy, where prolonged outages […]
Petrol Price Surpasses ₦1,000/Liter as Fuel Stations See Drop in Demand, Job Cuts Nationwide
As fuel prices soar past ₦1,000 per liter across Nigeria, many filling stations report a dramatic decline in customer turnout, forcing petrol marketers to cut staff and reduce shifts. The high costs have strained operators financially, with the National President of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN), Billy Gillis-Harry, revealing that […]
Black Market Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Hits N1746 Amid Naira Depreciation
On October 28, 2024, the black market dollar-to-naira exchange rate saw a significant jump, with Bureau De Change (BDC) operators in Lagos buying dollars at N1740 and selling at N1746. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) continues to distance itself from the parallel market, advising individuals to engage in foreign exchange transactions through their banks. […]
“I’m Not Afraid of Death” — Orji Uzor Kalu Responds to Abati’s EFCC Allegations
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Privatization, clarified his support for President Bola Tinubu, emphasizing that it has no connection to his past corruption case with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Responding to Dr. Reuben Abati, former presidential spokesperson and TV anchor, Kalu rejected claims that his loyalty to […]
President Tinubu Orders Security Measures for Swift Power Restoration in Northern Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu has directed enhanced security protocols to expedite the restoration of power in northern Nigeria, where outages have persisted due to recent infrastructure vandalism. After a meeting with the President, Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu disclosed that repairs should typically take three to five days, but delays have occurred due to safety concerns […]
Interior Minister Criticizes Correctional Service Over Bobrisky Allegations
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has declined to defend the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) regarding its handling of allegations tied to Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, a popular social media personality. Speaking at a ministry retreat, Tunji-Ojo stressed the importance of ethical conduct and reputation management within para-military agencies. This controversy emerged […]
Nationwide University Shutdown Begins as SSANU and NASU Launch Indefinite Strike
The Joint Action Committee of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has initiated an indefinite strike today, halting operations across Nigerian universities. The unions are demanding the payment of four months’ withheld salaries, enhanced remuneration, earned allowances, and the fulfillment of the […]
Northern Leaders Should Back Tinubu in 2027 to Secure Power in 2031, Says Kwankwaso
Ilyasu Musa Kwankwaso, a prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) figure from Kano State, has called on northern politicians to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. He argued that doing so would ensure a smoother power transition back to the North in 2031. Speaking in Kano, Kwankwaso highlighted the potential setback for the North if […]
Labour Ministry Summons National Assembly Staff Union Leaders Over N3 Billion Fraud Allegations
The Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment has scheduled a meeting with the leadership of the National Assembly’s Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN) and several discontented members following allegations of a N3 billion fund misappropriation by PASAN’s executives. The letter, signed by Amos Falonipe, Director/Registrar of Trade Union Services, called for PASAN officials and […]