In a significant step towards closer regional integration, the foreign ministers of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have recommended the establishment of a confederation as part of a long-term goal to unite the West African neighbors within a federation. The decision was reached during a two-day meeting of the Alliance […]
Oprah Winfrey turned heads at the 3rd Annual Academy Museum Gala, gracing the red carpet in a stunning gown that highlighted her remarkable weight loss transformation. The media mogul, known for her philanthropic endeavors and empowering talk show, has been on a journey to embrace a healthier lifestyle, and the […]
In a stern move to uphold its authority, the House of Representatives Committee on Public Petition has issued arrest warrants for the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, the Accountant-General of the Federation, Oluwatoyin Madein, and 17 other individuals for failing to honor the committee’s summons. The decision […]
President Bola Tinubu has today ordered an investigation into a military air strike that accidentally killed at least 85 civilians in Tudun Biri village, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. This was disclosed by the presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale stating that the president has ordered “a thorough and full-fledged […]
The NDLEA has dealt a decisive blow to drug trafficking syndicates in Nigeria, intercepting two significant consignments of methamphetamine and opioids in Lagos. Acting on credible intelligence, operatives foiled attempts to smuggle these illicit substances through courier firms. The first consignment, destined for Europe, revealed hidden methamphetamine within personal effects. […]
In a significant move towards decongesting custodial centers nationwide, the Federal Government has released 150 inmates from the Maximum Custodial Centre in Kano State. Facilitated by the Presidential Committee on Decongestion and Reform of Custodial Centres, this release addresses the pressing issue of overcrowding, a major challenge in Nigeria’s prison […]
Three-time African champions, Super Eagles of Nigeria have today dropped 2 spots to 42nd spot in the latest ranking released this morning from the ranking announced at the end of October. The world football governing body, FIFA published this in its latest ranking of National Teams. The reason for this drop […]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the playing of President Bola Tinubu’s campaign music in the hallowed chambers of the National Assembly during the presentation of the 2024 budget. The party described the act as “a blatant disregard for and violation of the sanctity of the National Assembly, the […]
The Supreme Court has today ruled that both the old and the new naira notes of N200, N500 and N1,000 will remain valid legal tenders until further notice. This was announced in a ruling by a seven-man panel led by Justice Inyang Okoro where the apex court ordered the old […]
President Bola Tinubu has presented the 2024 budget proposal of N27.5 trillion to the National Assembly. Christened the ‘Budget of Renewed Hope’, the President emphasized its focus on micro-economic stability, poverty reduction, and greater access to social security. Key Highlights: N27.5 trillion budget, 26% higher than 2023 Prioritization of human […]
