The ’10 Days of Rage’ protest, which culminated on August 10, 2024, has left Nigeria grappling with severe socio-economic consequences. What began as a nationwide demonstration against “bad governance” and economic hardship quickly spiraled out of control, causing widespread chaos and destruction across several states in Nigeria. Despite efforts by the government, civil society organizations,…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria is set to depart Abuja for Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, for a three-day official visit. This significant diplomatic engagement comes in response to an invitation extended by Equatorial Guinea’s President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, highlighting the growing bilateral relations between the two African nations. The…
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has initiated a formal investigation following a widely circulated video on social media depicting a female traveler tearing a Nigerian Standard Passport at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos. The incident has garnered significant public attention, raising concerns about the implications for national security and the integrity of…
John Enoh, the Minister of Sports Development, has publicly apologized for Nigeria’s underwhelming performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics. In a statement released via his X handle on Sunday, Enoh expressed deep regret over the country’s failure to win any medals at the games, marking the first time since 2012 that Nigeria has left the…
Nigerian politician and former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has strongly criticized the country’s leadership across various sectors, describing the recent failure at the Olympics as a clear example of “recklessness and rascality”. Obi expressed his disappointment and frustration with the poor performance of Nigerian athletes at the international sporting event, stating that it…
Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has made a shocking disclosure about the recent protests in northern Nigeria, revealing that Almajiris, young boys from Islamic schools, formed the majority of the demonstrators. According to Governor Abdullahi Sule, these Almajiris were largely ignorant of the reasons behind the protests they participated in, raising concerns about the potential…
Former President Obasanjo’s has delivered a searing indictment of Nigeria’s current governance, boldly asserting that many government officials deserve imprisonment for their corrupt practices. In a remarkably candid assessment, Obasanjo went even further, suggesting that some officials should face the ultimate penalty – capital punishment. This stark pronouncement underscores the severity of corruption and mismanagement…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has taken a significant step towards the completion of the long-delayed Abuja-Kano highway by allocating a total of N280 billion to Julius Berger Construction Company. The announcement was made by the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, who revealed that the funds will be disbursed over a period of 14…
The Chairman of Innoson Group, Chief Innocent Chukwuma, has appealed to Nigerians to be patient with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging them to trust in his vision for the country. According to Chief Innocent Chukwuma, President Tinubu is committed to delivering the best for Nigeria and its citizens. He emphasized that the President’s efforts may…
In a recent communiqué following an emergency meeting, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria to take immediate action to ease the escalating suffering of its citizens. NLC President Joe Ajaero and General Secretary Emmanuel Ugboaja led the call for the government to reverse harmful policies that have exacerbated…
