The term “JAPA,” originating from the Yoruba language, means fleeing one’s nation in search of greener pastures. This concept is not new in Nigeria, but the recent BBC expose has thrown a spotlight on a concerning trend within the civil service. Many civil servants have relocated abroad while continuing to receive salaries from the Nigerian…
In a startling revelation, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has uncovered a significant cache of arms and ammunition at the Port Harcourt Area II Command in Onne. The announcement, made by Comptroller General Adewale Adeniyi during a press conference on July 1, 2024, detailed the seizure of 844 rifles and 112,500 rounds of live ammunition….
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, issued a stark warning to Senator Ireti Heebah Kingibe on Monday, declaring that she would lose the support of the people in the upcoming elections. Wike’s comments came as a direct response to Kingibe’s earlier interview where she accused him of sidelining both her and the masses…
On Thursday, June 27, 2024, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) announced the arrest of four individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud in Abuja. The operation, conducted in the early hours, targeted the Karu axis of the Federal Capital Territory, a known hotspot for cybercriminal activities. Acting on credible intelligence, EFCC operatives swiftly…
Former Senator Shehu Sani has advised Northern politicians to support President Bola Tinubu’s completion of his eight-year term, citing national peace and stability. Shehu Sani warned that attempts to undermine Tinubu’s government could create serious problems for the country. He emphasized that Nigeria is still a fragile nation and that unity and peace should be…
Governors from the southern part of Nigeria, under the aegis of the Southern Governors’ Forum, have called for a more flexible approach to the new minimum wage, taking into consideration the cost of living and each state’s ability to pay. This call was made in a communique issued at the end of their meeting held…
The Honorable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, inaugurated the Renewed Hope Estate in Ebonyi State on Wednesday, July 26th, 2024. This significant event marks the commencement of a project aimed at providing 250 affordable and expandable housing units. The groundbreaking ceremony, held in Umuezekoha, Ezza North Local Government Area, Abakaliki,…
The Sokoto State House of Assembly has recently advanced the Sokoto Emirate Council Amendment Bill through its first and second readings. If enacted, this bill will significantly curtail the authority of the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III. Among the key provisions of the bill are the removal of the Sultan’s power to appoint…
Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has taken legal action against the Kaduna State House of Assembly at the Federal High Court in Kaduna. The lawsuit, filed by his counsel, Abdulhakeem Mustapha, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, seeks to protect Nasir El-Rufai’s fundamental rights. The legal action disputes the findings of the Kaduna Assembly…
Nigerian singer Teni has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry by announcing her intention to marry her colleague Mayorkun. The news has sparked widespread excitement and celebration among fans, who are thrilled to see the two talented artists take their relationship to the next level. As news of the impending nuptials spread, Nigerians took to…
