CNPP Backs House of Reps, Urges Reversal of Hikes in Petrol, Cooking Gas Prices, End to Planned VAT Increment
The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has thrown its weight behind the House of Representatives’ call for the federal government to reverse the recent hike in petrol pump prices and stabilize cooking gas prices. In a statement signed by…
Association of Local Governments of Nigeria Elects New National President, Others
The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has elected Hon. Bello Lawal from Katsina State as its new National President during its 50th National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held in Lafia, Nasarawa State. The election followed the dissolution of…
Nigeria Opens Up Petrol Market: Marketers Can Now Buy Directly from Dangote Refinery
In a significant move to deregulate the petroleum market, the Federal Government has authorized petroleum marketers to purchase petrol directly from the Dangote refinery, bypassing the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). According to Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and…
Federal Government Intervenes in Osun State, Segilola Gold Mine Dispute
The Ministry of Solid Minerals Development has established a fact-finding team to investigate the disputes between Osun State Government and Thor Explorations Limited, owners of the Segilola Resources Operating Limited. The controversy surrounds taxation and operational matters. Minister of Solid…
AASU Endorses Hon. Ezebunwo Ichemati for Port Harcourt Mayor, Ajikere Kinikanwo Henry for Ward 1 Councillor, Other APP Candidates
The All-Africa Students’ Union (AASU) has officially endorsed Hon. Ezebunwo Ichemati for Chairman of Port Harcourt City and Hon. Ajikere Kinikanwo Henry for Ward 1 Councillor as well as all the candidates of the Action People’s Party (APP) in the…
Nollywood Policeman Ayo Emmanuel Battles Prostate Cancer, Needs Urgent Financial Aid
Renowned Nollywood actor Ayo Emmanuel, popular for his police roles, is fighting for his life at Gwagwalada Specialist Hospital in Abuja. The actor popularly known for his role in movies as policeman has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and requires…
NFF Leadership Under Fire: Coalition Demands End to Sanusi’s Tenure
The Coalition of Nigeria Football Lovers has condemned the proposed tenure extension of Dr. Mohammed Sanusi as General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), describing it as “unacceptable”. According to Adegboyega Olaitan, National Secretary of the Coalition, “This move…
Rights Group Jubilates over Court Ruling Against Disruption of Security Efforts in Northern Nigeria
The Northern Committee for Defence of Human Right (NCDHR) has expressed its unreserved support and appreciation for the recent ruling of the Federal High Court in Abuja, which categorically dismissed the suit seeking to compel the Federal Government to investigate…
FCT Budget: Wike Commended For Rebuilding Trust, Confidence In Public Officials Under Tinubu
The Concerned Young Leaders Forum has praised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Nyesom Wike, for revitalizing trust and confidence in public officials under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership. In a statement signed by Dr. James Titus Uzah,…
GTBank Under Fire: House of Reps Launches Probe into Alleged Corruption, Money Laundering, and Fictitious Profit Reporting
In a significant development, the House of Representatives has initiated an investigation into Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTBank) and its Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Segun Agbaje, over serious allegations of corruption, money laundering, and fictitious profit reporting. The…
EFCC Launches Investigation into Bobrisky’s N15m Bribery Allegation
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has ordered an immediate investigation into allegations of bribery leveled against some of its officers by popular crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky. This move comes after a viral video surfaced, in…
