In a recent address to the Arewa Consultative Forum, President Bola Tinubu called upon state governors to prioritize the functionality of Nigeria’s 774 local government councils. Stressing the importance of these councils in a constitutional democracy, President Tinubu emphasized that local governments must be empowered to deliver essential services to their communities. “We are running…
Dahomey Basin: In a significant move towards expanding Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, a high-profile delegation from the federal government visited Ogun State on Friday. The team, led by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, included key figures such as Osagie Okubor, Managing Director of SHELL Petroleum Development Company Ltd, Engr….
In a poignant open letter to President Bola Tinubu, Lord_Of_Warri, a prominent Itsekiri activist and Prince, has shone a spotlight on the devastating effects of sea incursion on Nigeria’s coastal communities. Through this impassioned appeal, he has sounded the alarm on the dire situation facing these vulnerable communities and has urgently called upon the federal…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), launched a brazen attack on a military checkpoint at Federal Government College (FGC) in Ohafia Local Government Area, Abia State earlier today, May 31, 2024, at around 1500hrs. The attack, which was reportedly carried out by a group of heavily…
Taiwo Oyedele, the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms has put forward a recommendation for the federal government to consider implementing an exchange rate of N800 per dollar for customs import duty calculations. This proposal seeks to align import duty calculations with the current parallel market exchange rates, reflecting the true market value…
Nigeria’s housing deficit has reached a staggering 28 million units, marking a critical point in the nation’s ongoing struggle to provide adequate housing for its rapidly growing population. The recent discovery of makeshift apartments under Lagos bridges, where tenants pay N250,000 annually, has sparked public outrage and highlighted the urgency of the housing crisis. The…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed his concern regarding Lagos being included in the lawsuit filed by the Federal Government over the autonomy of Local Governments. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu emphasized that it was legally incorrect for the Federal Government to bring Lagos to court years after the Local Governments in the State were given full autonomy….
President Bola Tinubu on Sunday inaugurated the newly reconstructed Apapa-Oworonshoki-Ojota-Oshodi Expressway, a critical 36.02km route that connects Nigeria’s premier ports—Apapa and Tin Can Island—to the larger expanse of Lagos State. This significant infrastructure project is expected to substantially enhance access to the ports, streamline logistics, and invigorate economic activities in the region. During the unveiling…
The judiciary, a crucial arm of government, plays a vital role in upholding justice and interpreting laws. However, its effectiveness is often hindered by inadequate welfare packages for judges, a long-standing issue in Nigeria. Despite repeated calls for an independent judiciary, significant progress has only recently been made. Experts unanimously believe an independent judiciary is…
EFCC secures major victory as the he Federal High Court has handed down a significant ruling, ordering the forfeiture of multibillion properties and funds linked to former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele. This landmark decision was made by Justice Yellim Bogoro on Thursday, following an ex-parte application by the Economic and Financial…
