Fresh drama unfolded on Wednesday as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) attempted but failed to arrest former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, at the state government lodge in Abuja, where he was reportedly hiding. Despite surrounding the lodge, the EFCC operatives were unable to apprehend the ex-governor, who had earlier claimed he had […]
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Black Market Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate and Updates on Nigeria’s $550M Ubeta Gas Project
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate in the Black Market – 20th September 2024 As of Thursday, September 19, 2024, the black market exchange rate for the dollar to naira stood at N1655 for buying and N1665 for selling at the Lagos Parallel Market. The rates are provided by Bureau De Change (BDC) operators. It is […]
CMG Hosts “Written in the Sky: My China Story” Release Ceremony in Abuja
The China Media Group (CMG) hosted a special release ceremony of the global solicitation results, themed “Written in the Sky: My China Story” at the Shehu Musa Yaradua Center in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city. This prestigious event celebrated cultural and linguistic exchanges between Nigeria and China, attracting distinguished personalities from various sectors. Among the notable […]
APC Claims Victory in Edo North and Central, Focuses on Edo South in Upcoming Governorship Election
The All Progressives Congress (APC) claims to have secured victories in Edo North and Edo Central senatorial zones ahead of the Saturday governorship election. Nobert Sochukwuma, Senior Special Assistant on Local Government Affairs to APC National Chairman Umar Ganduje, asserted that the remaining challenge lies in Edo South. Sochukwuma dismissed allegations from Governor Godwin Obaseki […]
VP Shettima to Represent Nigeria at 79th UNGA as President Tinubu Focuses on Domestic Issues
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not attend the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York this year. Instead, Vice President Kashim Shettima will lead Nigeria’s delegation, as announced by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. The decision allows President Tinubu to concentrate on pressing domestic issues, including addressing the […]
Northeast PDP Endorses Damagum as National Chairman Amid Party Tensions
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nigeria’s Northeast zone has officially endorsed Umar Iliya Damagum to continue as the acting National Chairman of the party. This decision was announced in a statement released by Humwashi Wonosikou, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State, on Thursday. The endorsement comes at a time of […]
Edo Election: Governor Makinde Affirms Support for PDP Candidate Asue Ighodalo
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has expressed full support for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Asue Ighodalo, in the upcoming Edo State election scheduled for September 21. Makinde made his stance clear on Wednesday during the groundbreaking ceremony for the upgrade of Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport in Ibadan. Responding to concerns about his […]
NLC President Criticizes Government Over Dangote Refinery Pricing Control
The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of fraudulent interference in the pricing of petroleum products from Dangote Refinery. Speaking during a media briefing at Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos, Ajaero condemned the government’s involvement in setting prices for locally produced products, stating that it goes against […]
Yahaya Bello’s Media Team Insists He Was at EFCC Amid Conflicting Statements
The media team of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has reiterated that he was present at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) headquarters, despite conflicting statements from the anti-graft agency. Earlier, Bello’s team reported that he attended the EFCC office voluntarily, following consultations with his legal team and political associates. However, EFCC spokesperson […]
Controversy Surrounds Yahaya Bello’s Visit to EFCC Headquarters
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello’s recent visit to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) headquarters has sparked controversy. While Bello’s media team claims he voluntarily visited the EFCC to clear his name of corruption allegations, the anti-graft agency denies this and insists he remains a wanted person. According to a statement from the […]