Super Eagles striker Kayode Olarenwaju has filed for a divorce from his estranged wife, Ezinne, at a Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja. The football star also prayed the Court for ₦1 billion damages against controversial UK-based Pastor, Tobi Adegboyega for emotional trauma, financial loss, and loss of goodwill occasioned by his alleged adulterous…
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…
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…
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has filed a lawsuit against the Minister of Industry, Trade & Investment, Doris Nkiruka Uzoka-Anite, seeking a permanent injunction to prevent her from implementing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that allows UK lawyers to practice law in Nigeria. The NBA argues that the MOU would prejudice the interests, well-being, and…
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…
NNPC Ltd has announced a state of emergency on oil production in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry. This bold move aims to increase crude oil production and grow the country’s reserves. The declaration was made by the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, Mr. Mele Kyari, during his keynote address at the 23rd Nigeria…
On Monday, July 1, 2024, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) opposed the application of former Minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye, seeking permission to travel overseas for medical treatment. The EFCC, which is prosecuting Agunloye, argued that his request to travel abroad for a medical check-up was an attempt to evade justice….
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, issued a stark warning to Senator Ireti Heebah Kingibe on Monday, declaring that she would lose the support of the people in the upcoming elections. Wike’s comments came as a direct response to Kingibe’s earlier interview where she accused him of sidelining both her and the masses…
