Aliko Dangote, the billionaire owner of Dangote Group, has categorically denied allegations of fixing the price of petrol at N600 per liter. In a statement released by the company, Dangote vehemently refuted claims that he had unilaterally fixed the price of the essential commodity, describing the allegations as “misleading” and “unfounded”. The denial comes amidst…
The sudden passing of Nigerian singer Mohbad has sparked a heated controversy, with family members accusing each other of foul play. According to Mohbad’s sister-in-law, Karimot, Wunmi stole Mohbad phone from his mother and refused to hand it over to the police as evidence. This shocking revelation has raised questions about Wunmi’s involvement in Mohbad’s…
The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has shed light on the monthly remuneration of Nigerian Senators, following widespread public speculation and controversy. According to the commission’s chairman, Muhammed Bello Shehu, each Senator earns a total of N1,063,860 per month, which includes both salary and allowances. This clarification comes in response to recent allegations…
In a significant move aimed at enhancing the welfare of Nigeria’s judiciary, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed into law a bill that increases the salaries and allowances of judicial office holders by a staggering 300 percent. The bill, passed by the Senate in June, will see the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) earning an…
On Monday morning, the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, spearheaded a critical meeting aimed at advancing President Bola Tinubu’s directive for the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) to sell crude oil to local refineries in Naira. This bold initiative is designed to fortify the domestic economy…
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has announced the appointment of Professor Joseph Babatola Ayodele as the new Vice Chancellor of Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti. The appointment, which takes effect from August 20, 2024, marks a significant transition in the leadership of the institution. Professor Ayodele, who previously held the position of Deputy Vice Chancellor…
Former Ondo State Governor Olusegun Mimiko has reportedly left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), sending shockwaves through Nigeria’s political landscape. Olusegun Mimiko’s departure is unexpected, as he was a prominent figure within the opposition party and played a key role in shaping its policies and direction. His exit has left many wondering about the future…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu officially inaugurated 30 hybrid power Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses at the State House in Abuja on Monday. This milestone event underscores the administration’s dedication to reducing carbon emissions and promoting clean energy solutions in the transportation sector. The introduction of these hybrid power CNG buses represents a significant leap towards…
In a bid to revitalize Kaduna State’s agricultural sector, Governor Uba Sani launched an extensive fertilizer distribution program on Monday. The initiative, inaugurated at Murtala Square in Kaduna, will see the distribution of 500 trucks filled with fertilizer, amounting to approximately 15,000 metric tonnes, to smallholder farmers across all 23 Local Government Areas of the…
The Federal Government, through the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has announced the deployment of 10,000 agro rangers across the country. This initiative, as reported by Nairametrics, aims to curtail the security challenges that have significantly impacted food production in recent times. The deployment covers 19 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT),…
