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FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has extended an olive branch to protesters demonstrating against President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a statement released on Thursday, August 1, 2024, Nyesom Wike urged demonstrators to engage in constructive dialogue with the government, emphasizing the administration’s willingness to listen and provide guidance on various aspects of governance. This appeal comes…

Protesters have reduced the Nyanya police station in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to ashes in an amazing escalation of civil unrest. The conflagration, which erupted in the pre-dawn hours, marked a dramatic intensification of ongoing demonstrations against alleged police brutality and governmental malfeasance. Eyewitnesses recount a surreal scene as a swelling tide of demonstrators…

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has made a passionate appeal to Nigerians to postpone planned protests scheduled from August 1-10, urging citizens to give the administration time to address their concerns. Speaking at a meeting with Governors’ wives, she emphasized the government’s commitment to improving the country’s situation. Tinubu’s plea comes at a critical time, as…

Illegal refineries in Nigeria pose a severe threat to both human lives and the environment. According to reports by The PUNCH, from 2021 to 2023, at least 204 individuals lost their lives in explosions at these illicit sites. Workers at these locations often lack proper training and safety equipment, making them particularly vulnerable to accidents….

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has emerged triumphant in Saturday’s local council elections. The Ebonyi State Independent Electoral Commission (EBSIEC) officially declared the APC’s sweeping success, confirming that the party has secured all 13 Chairmanship seats across the state. This unprecedented display of electoral dominance underscores the APC’s overwhelming popularity and strategic campaign effectiveness in…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released updated guidelines on the management of dormant accounts, unclaimed balances, and other financial assets. This revision follows the review of the October 2015 guidelines and aligns with Section 72 of the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) 2020. The updated guidelines aim to standardize the management…