The Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, Governor Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State, has expressed relief following the Supreme Court ruling on local government financial autonomy. He stated that the ruling eases the pressure on governors, who have been shouldering the burden of bailing out local governments. AbdulRazaq spoke at the State House in Abuja…
Saleh Mamman, the former Minister of Power, is facing corruption charges before the Federal High Court in Abuja. The ex-minister is accused of engaging in corrupt practices during his tenure as Minister of Power, allegedly using his position for personal gain. The charges against him are serious, and the prosecution is expected to present a…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has welcomed the recent landmark decision by the Supreme Court to restore financial autonomy to local government authorities across Nigeria. This ruling, issued on Thursday, July 11, 2024, marks a significant shift in power dynamics, curtailing state governments’ ability to interfere with local government operations. NLC President Joe Ajaero praised…
The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) recently revealed a shocking discovery of 3,000 fake certificates and illegal admissions in Nigeria. This revelation has brought to light the persistent and pervasive issues of certificate racketeering within the nation’s education sector. The announcement was made by Professor Ishaq Oloyede, JAMB’s registrar, during a meeting with the…
President Tinubu is currently holding a private meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima and several governors in his office at the State House, Abuja. The meeting is a high-level gathering of key stakeholders in the country’s economic and political landscape. The President’s decision to meet with the Vice President and governors suggests a crucial discussion…
David Adeleke porpulaly known as Davido has recently spoken out about his past struggles, revealing that he ran away from home at a young age. The Nigerian superstar stated that the first place he came to when he ran away was London. Davido’s bravery in sharing his story is an inspiration to many, and a…
Tiga State: The Senate has taken a historic step towards the creation of a new state from Kano, passing the first reading of a bill sponsored by Sen. Kawu Sulaiman. The proposed state, Tiga State, is expected to be carved out from the present Kano State, marking a significant milestone in the quest for a…
Justice A. Bello of the Kaduna State High Court has convicted and sentenced Saadu Salisu, Omoruyi Osavbie (a.k.a Antonio Hendo Henderson), and Daniel Japheth (a.k.a Cain Steven) to various jail terms for internet fraud. The trio was prosecuted by the Kaduna Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on separate one-count charges….
President Tinubu establishment of ministry of livestock was welcomed because Nigeria has long struggled with persistent clashes between farmers and herders, which have led to significant loss of life, destruction of livelihoods, and a growing food insecurity crisis. These conflicts are rooted in a complex web of issues, including governance, political tensions, and social dynamics,…
The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, revealed on Wednesday that the government expects a substantial decrease in food prices over the next 180 days. This forecast is based on a series of strategic measures designed to tackle the high food prices that have been affecting the nation. The administration’s initiatives aim…
