The political tension between former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai and his successor, Uba Sani, has intensified following a bombshell report by a state assembly committee. The ad-hoc committee, tasked with investigating finances under El-Rufai’s administration, submitted its findings on June 5th, accusing the ex-governor and his appointees of misappropriating a staggering N423 billion in…
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed a clear understanding of the necessity for a revised minimum wage in the country. This comes in response to growing pressures from labour unions advocating for higher wages amidst rising living costs. The NGF has shown empathy towards these demands, recognizing the financial strains that many workers face….
Cubana Chief Priest’s, whose real name is Pascal Chibuike Ikechukwu, recently appeared on BBC to share his thoughts on the current state of the South-East region. He expressed his concerns about the widespread hunger and poverty in the region, attributing it to envy and killings that have led to many leaving the area. Cubana Chief…
On Thursday, President Bola Tinubu inaugurated the Wuye bridge interchange, a significant infrastructure project connecting Wuse and Wuye Districts in the Federal Capital City (FCC). This project marks a major milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance connectivity and improve transportation within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). During the inauguration, President Tinubu reassured Nigerians…
Operatives of the Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested seven individuals on charges related to illegal mining activities. This operation, which took place on Friday, May 24, 2024, in Ogbomosho, Oyo State, followed extensive surveillance and credible intelligence gathering. The apprehended suspects include Waliyu Abidoye, Abubakar Auwal, Abdulrauf…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has given a candid assessment of President Bola Tinubu’s first year in office, specifically focusing on three key economic policies. His remarks come as Tinubu’s government prepares to commemorate its one-year anniversary amid ongoing challenges and criticisms. Olusegun Obasanjo’s analysis sheds light on the administration’s handling of critical issues such as…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark, on his 97th birthday. The President joined family, friends, and well-wishers in celebrating an inimitable figure in Nigeria’s political evolution. He saluted Chief Edwin Clark for his contributions to the nation, especially as a guide to various administrations and a catalyst for critical discourses…
Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II, once dethroned amid one of the most intense clashes between political and traditional institutions in Nigeria, has made a historic return to his former position as the Emir of Kano. This reinstatement marks a significant twist in his storied career, one that began with his tenure as the Governor of the…
In a recent report, Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals and Resources, announced that Nigeria’s mining sector has generated over N16 billion in revenue. This achievement underscores the Federal Government’s successful diversification efforts, aimed at reducing the country’s reliance on oil and gas. Dele Alake highlighted that the revenue came from various sources, including…
On May 23, 2024, the former Minister of Aviation, Mr. Hadi Abubakar Sirika, his brother Ahmad Abubakar Sirika, and two companies, Enginos Nigeria Limited and Samahah Integrated Investment Limited, faced the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Garki. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned them on an amended 10-count charge related to…
