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….
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…
APC chapter in Osun State has announced the suspension of ex-governor Rauf Aregbesola, citing actions allegedly harmful to the party’s stability. The decision, confirmed on Monday, follows a period of internal discord where Rauf Aregbesola faced accusations of misconduct and anti-party activities. His suspension is seen as a significant development within the state’s political landscape….
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…
Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, candidly spoke about the wave of discontent regarding his administration’s actions and leadership style. “I know that many people are not happy. You don’t expect everybody to be happy in life,” Nyesom Wike stated, highlighting that diverse opinions and criticisms are inherent to any leader’s journey. While…
In a shocking incident that has sparked widespread outrage, a video surfaced online showing Hon. Alexander Mascot Ikwechegh, a House of Representatives member from Abia State, allegedly threatening an Uber driver in Abuja. Shared by former National Human Rights Commission Chairman Chidi Odinkalu on social media platform X, the video captures Alexander Mascot Ikwechegh making…
Ali Ndume, Senator for Borno South, has called on President Bola Tinubu to dismiss underperforming ministers from his cabinet. According to Ali Ndume, some ministers are not meeting the standards expected of them, hindering the government’s ability to achieve its objectives. Ali Ndume’s statement was released in Abuja on Saturday, following recent cabinet changes initiated…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has made significant seizures of narcotics destined for the United States, United Kingdom, Cyprus, and Oman. Operatives intercepted opioids ingeniously hidden in the soles of shoes and hair attachments at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, and at three courier companies. In a major bust on October…
The House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts recently commended the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, for his impactful reforms and preventive measures in addressing corruption and financial crimes. During a working visit to the EFCC’s headquarters in Abuja on October 25, 2024, committee members praised Olukoyede’s…
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State revealed on Friday that the number of out-of-school children in his state has dropped by 300,000 since April 2024. This announcement came during a briefing with reporters at the State House following his meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja. Sani attributed this achievement…
