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Sources indicate that President Bola Tinubu may not extend the tenure of Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun. Egbetokun, appointed on June 19, 2022, is due to retire on September 4, 2023, upon reaching 60 years of age. President Tinubu is reportedly considering four senior police officers for the position: * Frank Mba, Deputy Inspector-General of…
Comrade Adegoke Alawuje, the National Coordinator of the Disciples of Jagaban, a staunch supporters’ group for President Bola Tinubu, has urged Nigerians to exercise patience during the current socio-economic challenges. In a statement released to the press, Alawuje expressed confidence that the situation will improve and that Nigerians will ultimately request President Tinubu to extend…
The Federal Government will begin distributing funds to over 700 verified manufacturers and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in September under the Presidential Grant and Loan Scheme. Ministerial Announcement Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Doris Anite, made the announcement during a cheque presentation in Calabar, Cross River State. She also noted that…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has addressed rumors of his Igbo heritage for the first time, describing them as amusing. In a meeting with Ndigbo Amaka Progressive Market Association in Abeokuta, Obasanjo emphasized that he believes every Nigerian has the right to reside in any part of the country. “We all have a stake in this…
The Ogun State government has issued a 100-day ultimatum to traders at Kara Market in Isheri, giving them until December 31 to relocate to the Ogere International Market. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Environment, Sam Oyeleye, stated that the move aims to restore order and sanitation in the area due to the environmental…
In response to the escalating food costs and severe hunger crisis in Nigeria, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has initiated measures to facilitate duty-free importation of essential food items. NCS Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi announced the suspension of import duties and taxes on rice, flour, wheat, and other vital food items. This decision aligns with the…
Recent market surveys by NAN indicate a decline in prices of certain food items, such as yams, pepper, and potatoes, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and surrounding areas. Farmers attribute this reduction to ample rainfall, which has resulted in bountiful harvests. Chidike Ukoh, National Secretary of the National Fish Association of Nigeria (NFAN), acknowledges…
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), the apex decision-making body for the Catholic Church in Nigeria, will hold its second plenary session. The gathering, scheduled to commence on Thursday at the Auchi Catholic Diocese in Edo State, will bring together approximately 180 Reverend Fathers. Rev. Fr. Peter Egielewa, Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee,…
According to investigations by Daily Trust, the National Assembly has not approved the purchase of a new presidential jet for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Earlier reports had emerged that the Nigerian government had acquired an Airbus A330 aircraft from a German bank. However, the Presidency has remained silent on the matter. During a plenary session,…
On Tuesday, Paul Ibe, the spokesperson for former presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, called on President Bola Tinubu to clarify the details of his upcoming trip to France. Ibe questioned the duration and nature of Tinubu’s visit, citing the late President Musa Yar’Adua’s example as a reminder of the importance of transparency in such matters. “Could…
President Bola Tinubu boarded an Airbus A330 business jet at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at 04:08 pm, bound for France. This marks his fourth trip to the European country since taking office. The purpose and duration of the visit remain undisclosed, but the Presidency has stated that Tinubu will return to Nigeria following a brief…
Amidst ongoing controversies, the Nigerian government, led by President Bola Tinubu, has announced the commencement of crude oil sales to the Dangote Refinery in naira, effective October 1. According to a statement posted on the Federal Ministry of Finance’s official X handle, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, chaired…
Hon. Obi Aguocha, a Labour Party (LP) Lawmaker representing Umuahia/Ikwuano Federal Constituency, has strongly condemned Deputy Speaker Ben Kalu’s claim that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will seize control of Abia State in 2027. Aguocha accused Kalu of “desperate and brazen display of political ambition” and challenged him to openly declare his governorship aspirations instead…
On Tuesday, August 13, 2024, the Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake, spoke to the media following the first National Council of State meeting under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, according to Pulse Nigeria. The meeting, which lasted over three hours, was a significant assembly of national leaders, including former Heads of State Yakubu Gowon and…
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has clarified his reasons for criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s response to the #EndBadGovernance protests, which were sparked by widespread hardship and hunger. In a meeting with the Bauchi State Executive Council (SEC), Governor Mohammed emphasized that his critique was driven by a genuine desire for the President’s success and…
The House of Representatives’ Committee on Basic Examination Bodies interrogated the National Head of the West African Examination Council (WAEC) Nigeria, Josiah Dangut, on Tuesday. The questioning focused on a N6 billion deficit incurred by the agency in 2023 and a N5 billion loan obtained in 2022 for customized calculators. Dangut, accompanied by senior WAEC…
The Movement for National Reformation (MNR) has urged President Bola Tinubu to reinstate the 1963 constitution and abolish the current 1999 constitution. This appeal, made at a press conference in Abuja, is based on the belief that the 1963 constitution reflects national unity and provides a legitimate framework for governance. According to Dr. Samuel Adai…
The Nigerian government distributed approximately N12.45 trillion among the federal government, 36 states, and 774 local governments in the first six months of 2024. This represented a significant increase of 139.4% compared to the N5.2 trillion shared during the same period in 2023. Monthly Revenue Distribution * January: N1.67 trillion * February: N2.07 trillion *…
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported that Nigeria’s inflation rate has fallen for the first time in 19 months. In July 2024, inflation dropped to 33.40% from 34.19% in June. Year-on-Year Inflation Compared to July 2023, the headline inflation rate in July 2024 increased by 9.32% points to 24.08%. This indicates a rise…
Teachers employed by the Local Education Authority (LEA) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are pleading with the FCT Minister, Mallam Muhammad Bello, to intervene and compel the area council chairmen to implement the approved Peculiar Allowances. Speaking at a press briefing, Comrade Ephraim Ogar, a representative of the teachers, expressed concern that the area…
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has responded to criticism from former House of Representatives Speaker Yakubu Dogara, who accused him of committing a crime by criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s policies. Mohammed, through his media adviser Mukhtar Gidado, described Dogara’s statement as a “slur on the judiciary” and a “mindless vituperation.” He accused Dogara of…
Jimi Lawal, a former Special Adviser to ex-Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai, is currently in custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). The arrest stems from allegations of fraudulent activities in the implementation of the N11 billion Light Rail Project. According to SaharaReporters, Lawal is undergoing interrogation at the commission’s headquarters…
Dele Oyewale, Head of Media and Publicity for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has reiterated that former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello remains on the commission’s wanted list. In an interview on Nigeria Info 99.3FM, Oyewale stated, “As long as Yahaya Bello is concerned, he remains wanted. Until we’re able to bring him to…
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has reportedly voiced substantial disappointment with the choice of an individual from Abia State to Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s cabinet, as reported by the Guardian Nigeria. An individual from Abia State was appointed to the cabinet. The Chairman of the ACF, Musa Saidu, has stated that the decision has exacerbated the…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has stated that the 50 billion naira it provided to the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) is not a donation but rather part of recovered proceeds of crime remitted to the Federal Government. In a statement, the EFCC explained that it is issuing this clarification in response to…
Senator Sumaila Kawu of Kano South has alleged that former President Olusegun Obasanjo is responsible for introducing corruption into the National Assembly. Kawu made these accusations in response to Obasanjo’s recent remarks blaming members of the National Assembly for setting their own salaries and allowances. “When it comes to corruption, it was Obasanjo who brought…
Despite the Supreme Court’s ruling over two months ago affirming the financial autonomy of local governments, the federal government continues to channel council allocations through state governments. In response, the Incorporated Trustees of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) have issued a legal threat, warning to sue the Forum of Commissioners for Finance…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman of Rivers State, Emeka Beke, has alleged that the 27 Rivers lawmakers must attend the APC stakeholder meeting. He asserted that if these lawmakers fail to attend the stakeholder meeting, disciplinary actions would be taken against them. He made it clear that, regardless of who officially receives them, these…
In Malabo on Wednesday evening, President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria and President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea signed an agreement on the Gulf of Guinea Pipeline Project. Agreement Details As outlined by presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, the agreement covers: * Legislative and regulatory frameworks for the gas pipeline * Establishment and operation of…
The Bauchi Emirate Council has revoked the traditional title of “Mandarin Bauchi” from Senator Shehu Buba Umar, representing Bauchi South in the National Assembly. The decision was made after an investigation into allegations that Senator Umar, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), had insulted and criticized Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State. In…
Kemi Olunloyo, a renowned Nigerian journalist and blogger, has vehemently criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration, labeling it a “colossal failure.” In a statement released on Wednesday, Olunloyo asserted that Tinubu has “utterly wrecked Nigeria.” As a “disgruntled citizen,” Olunloyo implored the President to resign before the end of his term. “Every aspect of Tinubu’s government…
Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has raised unsubstantiated claims regarding the citizen-led protests against hunger and deprivation. At a Council of State meeting, Ribadu alleged that protest organizers had substantial financial assets, including a cryptocurrency address holding $37 million. However, no evidence was provided to support these claims. Ribadu suggested that political opponents of…
The official Twitter handle of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), @officialEFCC, has vanished from the platform. Checks conducted by Peoples Gazette on Wednesday revealed that the account, which had amassed over 2.2 million followers, was no longer accessible. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed that the account has been down for three days. He…
A French court has authorized the seizure of three presidential jets linked to the Federal Government of Nigeria as part of a legal battle involving Zhongshan, a Chinese company. The company had a business dispute with the Ogun State government, which led to this significant legal action, sources familiar with the matter have told Premium…
A report from Vanguard states that the 21st Century Youths of the Niger Delta and Agitators with Conscience (21st CYNDAC) announced that the people of the Niger Delta, whose resources have supported the nation, will no longer accept the political marginalization of their leaders. They pledged to prevent a repeat of what occurred during former…
During a conversation with Arise News, the University of Lagos’s renowned expert in strategic studies and international relations, Professor David Aworawo, examined the pervasive problem of ethnicity in Nigerian politics. His remarks focused on how ethnic biases have a big impact on election results, especially in the 2023 presidential contest. Aworawo noted that voters’ decisions…
The former Director-General of Obi-Datti Campaign Council, Doyin Okupe has reacted after the Council Of State passed a vote of confidence in the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Doyin Okupe stated on his verified Twitter page on Wednesday; “The Council of states meeting is a constitutional meeting of past leaders and current leaders presided…
An International Business Ideation Specialist, Light Shedrack has alleged that the government is signaling to Dangote that he has already benefited extensively from the system under the previous administration. He identified that the Federal Government is expecting Dangote to reinvest more of his wealth into the economy, rather than continuously seeking concessions and tax holidays….
Mangal Cement, led by Katsina-based billionaire Dahiru Mangal, has addressed concerns circulating on social media regarding the pricing of its cement. The company’s newly constructed plant in Kogi State boasts a daily production capacity of 6,000 tons. Initial expectations were high that Mangal Cement’s entry into the Nigerian market would lead to a reduction in…
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has scheduled a meeting on August 16 to select the successor to outgoing Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Justice Olukayode Ariwoola. Justice Ariwoola is expected to retire on August 22 upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70. According to sources within the judiciary, the NJC will make a recommendation…
Former Education Minister Oby Ezekwesili has strongly criticized the National Assembly, particularly Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, for the proposed Counter Subversion Bill 2024. The bill seeks to establish severe punishments for individuals who do not recite the national anthem as prescribed. Nigeriamedia reports that according to the bill sponsored by Abbas, anyone found guilty of refusing…
On Wednesday, Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) founder and journalist Fisayo Soyombo responded to a police invitation at the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCC) in Abuja. Arriving at 9:00am, Soyombo was accompanied by the company’s lawyer. Known for his investigative reports exposing societal injustice and corruption, Soyombo had been declared wanted by the…
The Federal Government has appealed to Nigerians who are dissatisfied with President Bola Tinubu’s administration to express their concerns through the democratic process. Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake, made this statement after the inaugural Council of State meeting chaired by President Tinubu on Tuesday. Addressing State House Correspondents, Alake emphasized the government’s commitment to…
Senator Shehu Sani has disputed the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission’s (RMAFC) assertion that Nigerian senators earn a monthly salary of N1 million. Sani accused the RMAFC of “dancing around the figures” by neglecting to disclose the total monthly running costs for senators. RMAFC had previously refuted Sani’s claim that senators receive N13.5 million…
