On October 30, 2024, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja issued a restraining order against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), halting the release of monthly financial allocations to Rivers State. The court order stems from a legal dispute concerning the utilization and distribution of public funds allocated to the state….
A new bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives to expand the legislative body’s membership from 360 to 366 seats. This legislative proposal, which seeks to amend Section 49 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), aims to reserve six seats specifically for women and individuals with disabilities….
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is considering a formal call for the federal government to re-evaluate the national minimum wage due to the escalating cost of living across the nation. Rising inflation, coupled with increased costs in basic commodities and services, has put significant pressure on the purchasing power of Nigerian workers, particularly those in…
In a significant win against cybercrime, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has successfully prosecuted and secured the conviction of 34 internet fraudsters in Awka, Anambra State. Justice Evelyn Anyadike of the Federal High Court presided over the case, issuing sentences that ranged from imprisonment to community service, marking a crucial step in the…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced a significant increase in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly referred to as petrol. As per reports, petrol prices in Lagos and nearby areas have risen from N980 to N1,025 per litre. This development follows multiple adjustments in recent months, positioning this as the…
Aliko Dangote, Chairman of the Dangote Group, has called on the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and independent oil marketers to halt fuel imports and instead utilize his refinery’s domestic petroleum products. During a recent briefing, Aliko Dangote highlighted that his refinery currently holds over 1 billion liters of fuel, a stockpile that incurs…
In a recent interview, Nollywood actress Regina Daniels shared a deeply personal story about the challenges she faced in marrying her billionaire husband, Ned Nwoko. Known for her role as one of Nigeria’s most beloved actresses, Regina Daniels opened up about the intense resistance she encountered from her mother and family members, who initially opposed…
Abia lawmaker and House of Representatives member Alexander Ikwechegh publicly apologized for an altercation involving a Bolt driver who was delivering a package to him. Alexander Ikwechegh, who was seen in a viral video slapping and verbally assaulting the driver, acknowledged his actions fell below the standards expected of a public official. In a statement…
In a recent Instagram post, Nigerian singer Kcee addressed a brewing tension between him and fellow Afrobeat star Flavour. Known for his vibrant style and chart-topping hits, Kcee felt compelled to respond after a fan compared his career unfavorably to Flavour’s. Taking the opportunity to set the record straight, Kcee opened up about what he…
The government of Ghana is exploring alternative sources for petroleum products, with a primary focus on Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery. The Chairman of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) in Ghana, Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, discussed this potential collaboration at the OTL Africa Downstream Oil Conference in Lagos. He noted that sourcing fuel from Nigeria could provide a more…
