In a bid to ease the burden of rising food prices, the Federal Government of Nigeria has commenced the sale of 30,000 metric tonnes of milled rice to citizens at a significantly reduced cost. Each 50-kilogram bag of rice will be sold for N40,000, a price far lower than the current market rate, making it…
Abuja Court of Appeal has taken a significant step towards amending the Electoral Act to protect governors whose deputies have been disqualified. The proposed amendment suggests that a governor whose deputy has been disqualified by a court can still be sworn in and choose a new running mate. This move aims to address the discrepancies…
The Nigerian government, through the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced a significant investment of $800 million to improve electricity supply across the nation. This funding is part of the broader Presidential Power Initiative, which aims to modernize and expand the country’s power infrastructure. According to a statement released by the Ministry of Power…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has made pivotal appointments to Nigeria’s national security apparatus, naming Ambassador Mohammed Mohammed as the new Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) and Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi as the head of the Department of State Services (DSS). These appointments signify a major shift in the country’s intelligence leadership, promising to…
The Ekiti State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has officially dismissed the endorsement of Governor Biodun Oyebanji for a second term by former Governor Ayodele Fayose. The PDP leadership in Ekiti has expressed strong disapproval of Fayose’s actions, labeling it as anti-party behavior. Despite Fayose’s influence within the party, the PDP remains confident…
Nigeria’s judiciary reached a pivotal moment on Friday, August 23, with the historic appointment of Justice Kudirat Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun as the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). As only the second female to hold this prestigious position, Justice Kekere-Ekun’s elevation follows the retirement of Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, signifying a remarkable step forward in gender representation within…
Ahmed Rufai Abubakar, the Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), has submitted his resignation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This unexpected move has sent ripples through Nigeria’s intelligence and political spheres, coming at a time when the nation grapples with multiple security challenges. Ahmed Rufai Abubakar’s decision to step down from his pivotal role…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administered the oath of office to Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun in a momentous ceremony held at the State House Council Chambers yesterday, officially installing her as the 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria (Acting). This landmark event, witnessed by distinguished dignitaries and senior government officials, marks a significant chapter in Nigeria’s judicial history….
Justice Olukayode Ariwoola bids farewell to the Nigerian judiciary, leaving behind a legacy marked by his fearless pursuit of justice and legal reform. Hailing from Oyo State, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola began his judicial career in 1992 as a Judge in Oyo State, steadily ascending the ranks with postings in the Court of Appeal across Kaduna,…
Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun is set to be officially appointed today by President Tinubu as the new Chief Justice of Nigeria. This landmark appointment marks a significant milestone, as Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun becomes the 23rd person and only the second woman to hold this esteemed position in the nation’s history. Her appointment is a testament to…
