The recent appointments in the Police Service Commission are a breath of fresh air for the Nigerian police force. The appointment of DIG Hashimu Argungu (Rtd) as chairman, Chief Onyemuche Nnamani as Secretary, and retired DIG Taiwo Lakanu as a Member of the Commission, signals a new era of leadership and direction for the police…
The Rivers State High Court has delivered a landmark judgment in favor of Martin Amaewhule, an ally of FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, and 26 other members of the Rivers State House of Assembly who defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Justice Okogbule Gbasam ruled that the claimants failed to prove that the lawmakers had…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced that it will not be embarking on a strike action tomorrow, Tuesday, as previously speculated. The NLC President, Joe Ajaero, made this known during the ongoing International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland. According to Ajaero, the decision to put the strike on hold is due to the fact…
As President Tinubu marked his one year in office on May 29, 2024, his administration’s performance has come under close scrutiny. The anniversary was celebrated with project commissioning in Lagos and Abuja, but the conversation among critics and supporters alike has centered on the need for a cabinet reshuffle to unlock the full potential of…
Media personality, VeryDarkMan, has been granted bail by a Federal High Court in Abuja. The social media influencer and blogger, Martins Vincent Otse, was released from police custody after satisfying his bail conditions. VeryDarkMan’s legal team had applied for bail, which was granted by Justice Mobolaji Olajuwon. The bail grant comes after VeryDarkMan spent over…
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has urged for the harmonization of the National Identification Number (NIN) and the Tax Identification Number (TIN) to facilitate easier access to information and boost taxable income for the government. This move is aimed at improving the efficiency of the country’s identification and taxation systems. By harmonizing NIN…
The discussions between the Federal Government and Organised Labour regarding the new minimum wage are expected to conclude today, with Organised Labour abour leaders eagerly awaiting President Bola Tinubu’s response to their proposal of N250,000. The labour leaders had set a Monday deadline for finalizing discussions on the new minimum wage, and the outcome of…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted another large consignment of codeine-based syrup, barely a week after a similar operation at the Port Harcourt Ports complex in Onne, Rivers State. This latest operation resulted in the seizure of 175,000 bottles of the opioid, imported from India, adding up to a substantial 26,250 kilograms….
Operatives of the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have executed a significant operation, leading to the arrest of 127 suspected internet fraudsters in Ondo State. The suspects were apprehended during an early morning sting operation at a “Yahoo Party” on Saturday, June 8, 2024, in Akure. This party was…
Rep. Ibe Osonwa, representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency of Abia, has issued a powerful call to action for the Federal Government to prioritize stable electricity supply in Nigeria. During an interactive session with newsmen in Umuahia on Saturday, the lawmaker emphasized the pivotal role of reliable and affordable electricity in unleashing the nation’s productive capacity and…
