Assistant Commander of the EFCC, ACE I Michael T. Wetkas, has pledged to escalate investigations into an alleged bribery scandal involving officials of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). The $54,230 (Fifty Four Thousand, Two Hundred and Thirty United States of American Dollars) in question was handed over to the EFCC by Comptroller Dera Nnadi of…
Nigeria: President Bola Tinubu has submitted a proposal to the Senate, seeking approval for a substantial loan amounting to $8.6 billion and an additional €100 million. These funds are specifically earmarked for crucial national projects across various sectors of the economy. This announcement came to light during the Senate’s plenary session on Tuesday, relayed by…
A precise operation carried out on November 24, 2023, by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) executed a targeted air strike on a gathering of terrorists located within the Mandara Mountains. The strike, a significant success for the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai, targeted three zinc structures nestled among trees, where over a hundred heavily…
Nigeria’s Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagemi, in a stern address to the nation’s politicians, delivered a resounding cautionary message regarding the sanctity of the judiciary in the wake of recent election petition verdicts. The seasoned legal figure, speaking with authority, implored losing candidates to approach defeat with a commitment to moral…
Violence against women transcends borders, impacting Nigerian women among other millions worldwide, cutting across age, race, religion, and social status. Recognizing it as a severe violation of human rights, this International Day serves as a poignant reminder of the urgent need for collective action and unwavering commitment to eradicate this deeply rooted problem from society….
In a move towards realizing Nigeria’s ambitious “Decade of Gas” vision, Riverside LNG has sealed an agreement to supply 850,000 tons of gas to Germany. Facilitated through Johnny Schuetze Energy Import, this monumental deal marks a critical step in leveraging Nigeria’s abundant gas resources for global partnerships. This groundbreaking agreement not only signifies a strategic…
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has unveiled a comprehensive plan that underscores the Federal Government’s commitment to revolutionizing Nigeria’s road infrastructure. Umahi revealed that a staggering $35 billion is required to initiate the construction of concrete roads across the nation. This ambitious initiative aims to address the long-standing challenges of road quality and durability,…
Former President Buhari In a recent exclusive interview, opened up about his experiences and sentiments since stepping down from Nigeria’s leadership six months ago. The veteran politician conveyed a nuanced mix of confidence and uncertainty about his governance during the eight-year tenure. Despite maintaining that he exerted his best efforts, Buhari humbly admitted uncertainty regarding…
The Presidency, in a recent interview, placed the responsibility for the current state of Nigeria’s Democracy squarely on former President Olusegun . According to Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Obasanjo played a pivotal role in introducing the current democratic model during his leadership as both military Head of…
President Tinubu at G20 Berlin, Germany emphasized Nigeria’s greatest asset, its highly educated and skilled populace, as the key to the nation’s attractiveness for international investments. Speaking at the G20 Compact with Africa Economic Conference hosted by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, President Tinubu underscored the country’s pursuit of leveraging its human capital beyond natural resources….
