Nigerians rejoiced on May 16, 2024, as Emirates Airlines announced its return to the country starting October 1st. This development is seen as a significant step towards rejuvenating the aviation sector and the broader economy, which had been impacted by the airline’s departure. The hiatus, which began in 2022 due to repatriation issues, left a…
Minister Of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu reiterate that the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to address the significant gas supply debt in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI). The Minister of Power, Mr. Adebayo Adelabu, disclosed this at the . held in Abuja. He revealed that President Bola Tinubu has authorized the Ministry…
Nigeria, endowed with extensive natural gas reserves estimated at approximately 209 trillion cubic feet, is on the cusp of a transformative “gas revolution” aimed at driving its economy to new heights. President Bola Tinubu’s recent inauguration of three significant gas processing projects marks a pivotal step in this ambitious plan. However, the question remains: Can…
On Wednesday, May 15, 2024, Justice Evelyn Anyadike of the Federal High Court in Ilorin handed down a one-year imprisonment sentence to two Chinese nationals, Duan Ya Hong and Xiao Yi, for illegal mining and possession of solid minerals without the requisite licenses. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) brought the charges against the…
ASUU’s recent National Executive Council meeting at Obafemi Awolowo University in Ile-Ife has stirred fresh tensions in Nigeria’s academic landscape. With a two-week ultimatum issued to the government, ASUU demands the reinstatement of public universities’ governing councils, dissolved in June 2023, and a resolution to members’ remuneration concerns. Failure to address these issues could ignite…
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, has provided N250 million to over 25,000 widows and vulnerable women in the Gwoza Local Government Area. The funds were distributed through the Borno Renaissance Microfinance Bank at four locations in Gwoza town. Each of the beneficiaries received N10,000, and bank accounts were opened for them to drive financial inclusion….
The President Biden has taken a firm stance against the Israel Security Assistance Support Act, a bill introduced by Republicans in both the Senate and House of Representatives. This legislation seeks to obligate the Biden administration to promptly deliver previously approved military weapons to Israel and withhold funds from key government entities until the halted…
In a move to safeguard their ability to express themselves freely and maintain their sources of income, a group of TikTok creators has filed a lawsuit challenging the U.S. law that could potentially ban the popular video-sharing app. The creators, including a rancher from Texas, a college football coach from North Dakota, a skincare line…
Chelsea FC has secured a deal worth £32 million, plus add-ons, for the Brazilian prodigy Willian Estevao. The transfer was announced by the renowned transfer market guru, Fabrizio Romano, and confirmed by all parties involved – Chelsea, Estevao’s agent, and his club Palmeiras. This move is a significant coup for the Blues, as they managed…
Recent data from a Financial Times poll conducted in collaboration with Michigan Ross reveals a concerning trend for President Joe Biden’s administration. With 58% of Americans expressing disapproval of Biden’s handling of the economy, there is a clear erosion of support for his economic policies. This disapproval rating marks an increase from 55% recorded last…
