Former Senate President Ahmad Lawan has sounded the alarm on a potential food crisis in the country, revealing that Nigeria’s food reserves are completely depleted. This stark revelation comes as many citizens struggle to access basic necessities like food, with some finding it difficult to have even one meal a day. Ahmad Lawan’s warning highlights…
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, and 12 other lawmakers have proposed a landmark legislation aimed at amending the 1999 Constitution to establish dedicated seats for female representatives in the Senate and House of Representatives. This move is a significant step towards achieving gender parity in Nigeria’s legislative arm. The proposed legislation…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been striving towards establishing a single currency, the “Eco,” since the early 2000s. This initiative aims to streamline trade within the region and unlock economic growth. While the proposal has generated both enthusiasm and skepticism, a closer look reveals both the potential benefits and the existing…
The Nigeria Police Force is set to launch the Nigeria Police Green Initiative (NPGI), a sustainable development program aimed at integrating green solutions to enhance operational efficiency. The initiative, part of Inspector General of Police Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun’s drive for improved policing, aligns with President Tinubu’s economic reform plan and seeks to strengthen community-police cooperation….
The Samoa Deal, named after the Pacific Island nation where it was signed on November 15, 2023, originated from the European Union. It aimed to benefit countries within the African, Caribbean, and Pacific (ACP) regions. Nigeria initially withheld its signature due to controversial clauses, particularly those allegedly promoting LGBTQ rights, which sparked significant debate. The…
Nollywood actress and producer Ruth Kadiri has vowed to reform Nigerian cinema. Kadiri stated this in a post on her Instagram page while assuring her fans and the general public of her commitment to creating a lasting brand that will earn audience trust. She noted that she does not depend on others in the industry…
The Minister of power, Adebayo Adelabu, disclosed this vital information at the 2024 Nigeria Oil and Gas conference in Abuja that the Federal Government has revealed that Nigerians spent a staggering N16.5 trillion on fuel and generators in 2023. This amount is significantly higher than the revenue generated by the formal power sector, which stood…
Senator God’swill Akpabio yesterday praised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for his transformative work in Abuja. At the Kugbo Bus Terminal flag-off ceremony, Akpabio lauded Wike as “Mr. Project” and “Mr. Antibiotic” for his efforts in improving the city’s roads, rail, and bus terminals. The senator noted that Wike’s projects…
