The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has issued a stern warning to no less than 86 Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) over an outstanding debt of approximately N47.1 billion. Failure to settle the debt could result in a disconnection of electricity supply. Among the MDAs facing potential disconnection are the […]
The Super Eagles have now moved 14 places upward in the latest FIFA ranking after an impressive outing at the just-concluded 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This was disclosed on FIFA’s website when they relased latest rankings. Through the AFCON competition, the eagles were the only team to have […]
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the security apparatus of the country, the National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, and the Director General of the Department of State Service (DSS) Yusuf Bichi to work with governors to apprehend those hoarding foodstuff. This was […]
Presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore and co-defendant Olawale Bakare are free after the Nigerian government dropped treason charges against them. This follows five years of legal battles stemming from their “Revolution Now” protest. Justice Emeka Nwite threatened to dismiss the case due to government delays, prompting a new lawyer to request […]
Britain’s in recession, dealing a blow to PM Sunak and his party ahead of elections. The economy shrank 0.3% in Q4, following a Q3 decline, marking two consecutive quarters of negative growth. While economists predict a short-lived recession, it’s a major setback for Sunak, who prioritizes economic growth. This comes […]
Kenya’s Health Principal Secretary, Mary Muthoni, has stepped forward to justify the government’s initiative to export skilled health workers to other nations, despite concerns about a shortage of medical personnel in public healthcare facilities. Muthoni defended the move, stating that the country currently faces an issue of surplus in the […]
Super Eagles trio, William Troost-Ekong, Ademola Lookman and Ola Aina have been named today in the recently concluded AFCON 2023 Team of the Tournament by CAF.’ The continent’s football governing body made this known on their social media platforms showcasing Africa’s best XI. Super eagles vice-captain, Troost-Ekong placed as one […]
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu has said Nigeria cannot continue to subsidise electricity, adding that the nation must begin to move towards a cost-effective tariff model, as the country is currently indebted to the tune of 1.3 trillion naira to generating companies (GenCos) and 1.3 billion dollars owed gas […]
The senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has announced the existence of a constitution review committee on the 1999 constitution with over 45 members to be chaired by the Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin. The committee is set to comprise six lawmakers from each geopolitical zone and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), […]
Governor Duoye Diri has been sworn in for a second term as the Governor of Bayelsa State. The inauguration ceremony took place at the Samson Siasia Sports Complex in Yenagoa, the state capital. The oath of office was administered by the State Chief Judge, Justice Matilda Ayemieye. The event was […]
