Politics

Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, Wednesday, granted N10 million bail each on the 10 members of the #EndBadGovernance protesters who were charged with alleged attempt to overthrow President Bola Tinubu between July 1 and August 4 this year. Justice Emeka Nwite admitted the protesters to bail while delivering ruling…

American singer Taylor Swift announced on Tuesday that she was supporting Vice President Kamala Harris in the race for the presidency. Swift’s announcement came after the presidential debates between Harris and former President Donald Trump, ending speculation about whether the superstar singer would share her political views ahead of November’s election. “Like many of you,…

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde said he has strengthened agribusiness ties in Helsinki, Finland during his last vacation where he engaged in key discussions aimed at bolstering bilateral relations. Makinde said the focus of these meetings was on advancing vocational training and investment in Oyo’s agribusiness sector. The governor who took to his official X…

Universal Homes, in collaboration with Alaro City, has handed over the first 48 units of Universal One apartment. The company, which disclosed this in a statement, said that the development of the 576-apartment project, valued at $90 million, marks a significant milestone for new homeowners and the broader housing sector in Nigeria, which faces a…

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has rewarded 30 loyal customers with over N17 million in the just concluded draw for August as part of ongoing activities to commemorate its 75th anniversary. In the top tier, 10 lucky bumper account holders: Joshua Izenobor, Chigozie Victor Abel, Cornelius Peter Nwankwo, Joy Esele Asibor, Mohammed Abubakar, Marachi…

The Labour Party’s Presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has called on the masses to focus their prayers on securing good leaders for Nigeria, rather than expending energy praying for the nation itself. During his visit to News Central TV on Monday, September 9, Obi explained that Nigeria is already abundantly blessed, but…

Vice President Kashim Shettima stormed Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, on Tuesday, following a raging flood that ravaged the city since the wee hours of the day. Maiduguri was suddenly submerged following the collapse of Alau Dam in Konduga local government area of the State. Vice President Shettima stormed the capital city of the defunct…

Augustine Eguavoen has stepped aside as the interim coach of the Super Eagles after his team played goalless draw with their Rwandan counterparts on Tuesday. Eguavoen, who is the technical director of of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), said in an interview, that the mandate given to him by his employer was to manage the…

Kingsley Sule Kellyrae of the former Double Kay duo has lamented over the number of housemates that nominated him for eviction from the ongoing Big Brother Naija season 9 ‘No Loose Guard’ reality TV show. Kellyrae and his partner, Kassia Sule were nominated about six times by other housemates during the open nominations on Monday….

President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep concern about the flooding in parts of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, directing the affected people to be evacuated. The flood, described as the worst in recent decades has displaced thousands of residents and affected facilities such as the Post Office and the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital….

The federal government, through the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR), has announced the launch of the N100 million AI Fund to support Nigerian startups that are leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to develop innovative solutions. This initiative follows series of strategic programmes by the Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, targeted at…

Ahead of the November 16 governorship election in Ondo State, leaders of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from Irele Local Government of the state have declared that there is no vacancy for opposition parties in the Government House of the state in the governorship election. The leaders boasted that the party would spend at…

Luton Town have announced the signing of ex-Super Eagles Star, Victor Moses on a free transfer. The 33-year-old was a Premier League title winner with Chelsea in the 2016/17 season. The former Nigeria international has most recently been playing his football in Russia with Spartak Moscow, who he joined in 2021. “Victor Moses has signed…

Kaduna State Government has signed a Contribution Agreement between UNICEF and its Reaching Out-of-School Children Project to reintegrate 200,000 out-of-school children into the classroom. Speaking at the signing ceremony, the State Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, who signed the agreement on behalf of the State Government, said the Reaching Out-of-School Children Project is designed…

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has urged the government to raise the student loan upkeep from N20,000 to N40,000 to address rising educational costs. The student body has also expressed strong opposition to protest actions, emphasising that protests should only be a last resort if negotiations fail with the government. NANS senate president…

The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has said that those found guilty of corruption should not enjoy state pardon.   He also counselled law enforcement agencies against shoddy investigations, urging them to have their facts before summoning anyone for questioning.   According to a statement signed by…

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has redeployed some senior officers in a reorganisation bid to enhance operational flexibility, inject fresh perspectives and optimise leadership capabilities. NAF’s Deputy Spokesman, Group Captain Kabiru Ali, in a statement on Monday stated that the posting and redeployment of the affected officers followed the approval of the Chief of the…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), and its affiliate bodies are meeting to consider the response, which may include mobilizing for a nationwide protest over the Monday arrest of the NLC president, Comrade Joe Ajaero. Recall that Ajaero was arrested Monday morning by the operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) in Abuja while travelling…

The people of Okuma in Ughelli South local government area of Delta State have again been thrown into anxiety as armed soldiers reportedly stormed the community through gunboats early Monday morning. A leader said the military operation followed prior drones monitoring of the community on Sunday.“As I speak, soldiers and some youths have stormed our…

The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has banned night grazing in Kwara State. The association also banned children from grazing activities in the state. National President of MACBAN, Alh Baba Othman-Ngelzarma, disclosed this in Ilọrin, the state’s capital during the inauguration of the new executives of the union. Othman-Ngelzarma said the development…

Chairman of the Senate Committee on National Security and Intelligence and Senator representing Bauchi South, Senator Shehu Umar Buba, has urged the Bauchi State government to swiftly access the N3 billion earmarked by the federal government for flood disaster relief to states. He said the fund, approved by the National Economic Council (NEC) and allocated…

Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, on Monday, debunked reports going the rounds that the rate for Value-Added Tax (VAT) has been upwardly adjusted to 10 percent from 7.5 percent. The minister, in a statement he personally signed, affirmed that the VAT rate as contained in relevant tax laws…

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has broken his silence on the controversy surrounding his membership in the All Progressives Congress (APC). The former presidential candidate of the party denied reports that he regrets joining the APC. Amaechi’s ally and confidant, Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, made the disclosure in a statement on Monday. He refuted…

In July 1986, Nigeria’s military president, General Ibrahim Babangida, launched a public policy initiative hailed as the silver bullet for Nigeria’s distressed economy: the Structural Adjustment Programme (SAP). A local adaptation of an IMF/World Bank initiative, SAP was intended to stabilise the economy. However, within a year of its implementation, the programme had left a…

The recent removal of fuel subsidy and the devaluation of the Naira have severely impacted manufacturers in Nigeria, leading to a significant decline in tax revenues as well as operational challenges. Since the removal of fuel subsidies on May 29, 2023, fuel prices have surged by approximately 193 per cent, causing a ripple effects across…

The Conference of Patriotic Nigerians (COPAN) has strongly refuted claims that the indefinite leave of absence taken by Ajuri Ngelale, the presidential spokesperson, indicated any discord within the current administration of President Bola Tinubu. At a media briefing held on Sunday, Barrister Uchenna Odieli, a spokesperson for COPAN, addressed the swirling rumours and speculation surrounding…

Gender gaps in healthcare leadership in Ogun State contribute to challenges in maternal and child health outcomes. The underrepresentation of women in leadership roles limits diverse perspectives and decision-making that can enhance healthcare services. Addressing these gaps is crucial for improving health policies and outcomes for mothers and children.   Reality In Its Starkness At…

President Bola Tinubu has restated his administration’s resolve to equip the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and improve the welfare of its personnel as part of ongoing efforts to protect and serve Nigerians effectively. Accordingly, he listed critical measures being undertaken by the administration in this regard to include acquisition of new vehicles, communication equipment, and…

The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has congratulated the trio of Bose Omotayo, Isah Ogunkunle and Flora Ugwunwa for making the nation proud with their outstanding performances at the ongoing Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Omotayo delivered a stellar performance in the Women’s 79kg Para Powerlifting category, lifting an impressive 145kg to secure…

Two goals from Ademola Lookman and one from the reigning African footballer of year Victor Osimhen ensured that Nigeria’s Super Eagles triumphed over Benin Republic with 3-0 to kick start their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 qualifiers on a winning note at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Saturday. 2024 Ballon d’Or nominee…

Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has announced the dissolution of the 17 Local Government Transition Implementation Committee Chairmen. The directive is effective from September 6, 2024. LEADERSHIP recalls that the committees were constituted on June 9, 2023. Governor Mutfwang, in a statement signed by the Director of Press and Public Affairs, Mr. Gyang Bere,…

A member of the House of Representatives, representing Ideato North/South federal constituency, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere (PDP, Imo), has said that no congress of the People’s Democratic Party was held in Rivers State last weekend, rather the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, only held a party with his friends, under the guise of a party congress. The…

Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity and Official Presidential Spokesperson, Chief Ajuri Ngelale has announced his decision to take an indefinite leave of absence from his official duties. The announcement came through a memo submitted to the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, on Friday. In his statement, Ngelale cited…

Food is fundamental to life, and its preservation is crucial for keeping a healthy nation. Traditional methods such as canning, refrigeration, and drying have long been utilised to extend the shelf life. Canning, one of the oldest technologies, dates back to the early 19th century, while refrigeration and drying have transformed food storage and preservation…

The 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed his readiness to resolve the crisis rocking the party. Obi made this known via a a statement, by his campaign publicist, Yunusa Tanko. This was just as he supported the stakeholders’ meeting summoned by Abia State Governor, Alex Otti. Otti’s initial call for a…

The Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, has warned that he would no longer condone efforts by some individuals to blackmail him and tarnish the image of the Senate and its leadership. The lawmaker gave the warning while reacting to a purported petition against him. Speaking via a statement by his Directorate of Media and Public Affairs,…

The Oredo Local government’s Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Campaign Council on Monday declared that Dr Asue Ighodalo and the Peoples Democratic Party is the only candidate and political party that has the structure to win the September 21 governorship election in the state. Addressing a press conference in Benin City, the Chairman, Publicity Committee of…

Members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have dismissed threats made by former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike, who currently serves as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. Wike had warned PDP governors to stay away from Rivers State’s party affairs, threatening retaliation in their states. Wike’s comments came after the PDP Governors’ Forum…

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has issued an ultimatum of one month for businesses and market participants to eliminate unfair pricing practices. This announcement was made by the newly appointed Executive Vice Chairman, Mr. Tunji Bello, at a stakeholder meeting on pricing matters that took place in Abuja on Thursday. Bello stressed…

As the Edo State governorship election approaches on September 21, 2024, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has received a significant boost with the endorsement of Senator Monday Okpebholo by five political parties and three governorship candidates. The supporting parties include the National Rescue Movement (NRM), Social Democratic Party (SDP), Action Democratic Party (ADP), Allied Peoples…

The Esan Professionals, led by Kingsley Akhigbe, have urged Senate President Godswill Akpabio to declare the seat of Senator Monday Okpebholo vacant due to his prolonged absence from the Senate. Okpebholo, who represents Edo Central Senatorial District and is the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the upcoming Edo State election, has been accused…

Former Imo State Governor, Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, has appointed Martins Ori as his new Chief Press Secretary (CPS). Ori brings a wealth of journalism experience to the role, having spent nearly a decade at The Sun newspapers in various capacities, including Assistant Editor for Sports, Education, and Investigation/Features. Prior to that, he served as South…

The decline of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kogi State continues unabated as numerous members have switched allegiance to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In Ogori Magongo Local Government Area of the central senatorial district, a wave of defections has left the PDP reeling. Ahead of the 2024 state congress, the PDP has…

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) reported plan to field former President Goodluck Jonathan as its presidential candidate in 2027. APC National Director of Publicity Bala Ibrahim told Punch that the opposition’s move is a sign of desperation. He warned that if Jonathan accepts the PDP’s offer, he…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly denounced remarks by Bode George, a former deputy national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who asserted that Nigeria would have faced imminent collapse had Atiku won the presidency in 2023. In a social media statement, Atiku’s media aide, Paul Ibe, dismissed George’s comments as “ill-advised” and…

On Saturday evening, Ahmed Abubakar, Director General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), submitted his resignation letter to President Bola Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja. Abubakar stated that his resignation was motivated by personal and family reasons. He expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the opportunity to serve for 15 months of…

During their meeting in Jalingo, the Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have reiterated their support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State despite the ongoing dispute with his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. The governors have urged the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) to review the proceedings of the recent party congress in which Fubara…

Zhongshang Fucheng Industrial Investment Ltd., a Chinese company, has taken possession of a $57 million Bombardier 6000 jet owned by the Nigerian government. The aircraft was seized in Canada, following a Canadian court ruling in favor of Zhongshang. The change of ownership was recently finalized after the Canadian court granted Zhongshang’s request to seize the…

Olumide Ohunayo, the Assistant Secretary General of the Aviation Safety Roundtable Initiative, has urged the Department of State Services (DSS) to question former Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosun regarding the controversial agreement with Chinese firm Zhongshang Fucheng Industrial Investment Ltd. Ohunayo criticized the poorly drafted agreement, alleging that it reflects a “vote of no confidence”…

Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Tinubu, has outlined the approach for the 2025 budget for State House agencies. Emphasizing the scarcity of resources, Gbajabiamila stressed the need for prioritizing funding based on actual requirements. During a fact-finding tour of government agencies under the State House, Gbajabiamila explained that the budget will be informed…