Lagos Moves to Eliminate Single-Use PlasticsThe Lagos State Government has announced its plan to ban the circulation of single-use plastics, including sachet water (commonly known as “pure water”), starting January 2025. This initiative, confirmed by the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, aims to promote sustainable plastic waste management and protect the environment. […]
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Black Market Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, October 4th, 2024
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate on the Parallel MarketAs of today, October 4th, 2024, the exchange rate for the dollar to naira in the black market (also known as the parallel market or Aboki fx) is available. Below are the exchange rates for buying and selling dollars: These rates apply to the Lagos Parallel Market, […]
Rising Cost of Beans Pushes Food Inflation Higher in Nigeria, Economist Rewane Predicts
Renowned economist Bismarck Rewane has warned that Nigeria’s food inflation is set to rise in the coming weeks, with the price of beans becoming increasingly unaffordable. Speaking on Channels Television on Thursday, Rewane explained that several factors are contributing to the rising cost of food, particularly beans. According to Rewane, floods that have devastated key […]
FRSC Implements Town Hall Meetings to Address Road Traffic Crashes
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has introduced new strategies aimed at reducing Road Traffic Crashes (RTCs) by shifting from traditional motor park rallies to community-based initiatives. This move was announced by the Corps Public Education Officer, Assistant Corps Marshal Olusegun Ogungbemide, in a statement released in Abuja on Thursday. Key Changes in Strategy Ogungbemide […]
Federal Government Removes VAT on Diesel and Cooking Gas to Boost Energy Sector
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced significant tax relief measures aimed at stimulating investments in the oil and gas sector. Effective immediately, the importation of key energy products, including diesel, feed gas, Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), electric vehicles, Liquefied Natural Gas infrastructure, and clean cooking equipment will no longer be […]
Pat Utomi Critiques Nigeria’s Judiciary, Calls for Stronger Institutions and Values
Nigerian economist Pat Utomi has expressed deep concern over the state of the country’s judiciary, labeling it a “laughing stock.” Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, he emphasized that Nigeria’s potential for greatness hinges on having individuals of character in positions of power. Utomi attributed the decline in Nigeria’s culture and values to the collapse […]
Governors Lobby to Delay Implementation of Local Government Autonomy Following Supreme Court Ruling
As the submission date approaches for the report from the inter-ministerial committee on Local Government Areas (LGAs) autonomy, state governors in Nigeria are intensifying efforts to delay the enforcement of the Supreme Court ruling. This committee, led by Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, is expected to finalize its report by October […]
NANS Opposes NECO’s ₦50,000 Certificate Reprint Fee, Calls for Policy Review
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has expressed strong opposition to the recently introduced ₦50,000 fee by the National Examination Council (NECO) for reprinting certificates. This announcement was made by NECO’s Registrar, Dantani Wushishi, in Minna, Niger State. According to NECO, the ₦50,000 fee for certificate reprints will be subject to periodic reviews, and […]
NLC President Ajaero Warns of Challenges Ahead Despite Securing ₦70,000 Minimum Wage
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged its state councils to brace for the challenges ahead as public sector workers await the implementation of the new ₦70,000 minimum wage. NLC President, Joe Ajaero, emphasized that securing the wage increase is only half the battle, with the real challenge being its full and fair implementation. Speaking […]
PDP Urges INEC to Declare Nkwonta’s Seat Vacant After Defection to APC
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State has formally requested the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to declare the seat of Chris Nkwonta, the lawmaker representing Ukwa East and Ukwa West in the House of Representatives, vacant following his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Nkwonta’s defection occurred on Wednesday during a House […]