2025 Hajj: CBN approves cash-based BTA for pilgrims
There had, however, been concerns that the hitherto use of mandatory debit cards proposed by the CBN for the pilgrimage would endanger the smooth planning, operation, and performance at the 2025 Hajj.
Ochei welcomes Oborevwori, others to APC
By Urowayino Jeremiah A Chieftain of All Progressives Congress (APC), and former Speaker of Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Victor Ochei has welcomed Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori the of Governor Delta State and other People Democratic Party members (PDP) to All Progressives Congress. Ochei disclosed this in a post on his verified Facebook […]
2027: IPAC demands 74 guaranteed seats for women in NASS
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has called for the immediate passage of a bill to reserve 74 constitutionally guaranteed seats for women in Nigeria’s National Assembly. This initiative aims to increase female representation in the political sphere ahead of the 2027 general elections and to foster inclusive governance within Nigeria’s […]
FIRS targets 80% employee-driven workforce
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has announced its intention to fill 80% of its roles with internal staff by the end of the Executive Chairman’s tenure, aiming to reduce its dependence on external contractors. In a statement released on Wednesday and signed by the Special Adviser on Communications and […]
Nigerian newspapers review: Tinubu tightens grip on S-East, S-South in gale of defections
In today’s Nigerian newspapers’ review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with a focus on President Bola Tinubu tightening his grip on the South-East and South-South as more top politicians, including Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and his predecessor Ifeanyi Okowa, defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 elections.
12 US states sue Trump over tariffs
“President Trump’s insane tariff scheme is not only economically reckless — it is illegal,” Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes said in a statement.
664m workers globally earn poverty wages
664 million workers worldwide do not earn enough to lift themselves and their families out of poverty; that is one in every 5 workers
Alleged sexual assault victim not Seyi Tinubu’s sister — FCT Police
This clarification comes after widespread social media reports claimed Fatoyinbo is the sister of Seyi Tinubu, the president’s son.
FG set to inaugurate Ports, Customs Efficiency Committee
By Godwin Oritse Determined to sustainably improve efficiencies in port operations and service delivery, the Federal Government (FG) through the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) is set to inaugurate the Ports and Customs Efficiency Committee (PCEC). The inauguration which is scheduled to take place at the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) headquarters in Lagos is to […]
Nigerian-born US citizen indicted for $690k wire fraud, false citizenship claim
A Nigerian-born United States citizen, Oladapo Olalekan Fadugba, is facing up to 27 years in prison following his indictment for wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and making false statements in connection with obtaining U.S. citizenship. According to a statement from the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida, Fadugba, 40, of Jacksonville, […]
Presidency, agric journalists synergize to address food security challenges
IN a bid to intensify efforts to ensure hunger is reduced across the country, the Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit, PFSCU, and journalists covering the agricultural sector under the auspices of Agricultural Correspondents Association of Nigeria, ACAN, have resolved to synergize to address food security challenges.
Cartoon: Wrong target, as inflation run away
Cartoon: Wrong target, as inflation run away
Kaduna Govt reaffirms commitment to skills development, lauds Nigerian breweries
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo The Kaduna State Government has reiterated that its economic development agenda is firmly anchored on skills development, youth empowerment, and proficiency in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). The government also commended Nigerian Breweries PLC for establishing a state-of-the-art skills acquisition centre in the state. Deputy Governor Dr. Hadiza Balarabe made the remarks […]
DMO to auction N350bn FG bonds at N1,000/unit
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Debt Management Office (DMO) said it will re-open two Federal Government Bonds, FGB, valued at N350 billion for auction, at a subscription rate of N1,000 per unit. DMO disclosed this yesterday in a statement noting that the offers will be auctioned on April 28 and have their settlement date by April 30. […]
UK’s Lord Mayor, Abigail inducted into Nigeria’s Hall of Fame
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo The Federal Government of Nigeria has inducted Abigail Marshall Katung, the Nigerian-born Lord Mayor of Leeds, United Kingdom, into the Nigerian Women Hall of Fame. Abigail Katung, wife of Senator Sunday Marshall Katung representing Kaduna South, was honoured at a ceremony held at the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development, Abuja. […]
STATE OF THE NATION: Our biggest problem is over-concentration of power —Agbakoba
Legal icon and former President of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, SAN, in this interview declares thatNigeria must undergo deep-rooted political and economic reforms to make progress.
