Peter Obi Mourns Senator Ifeanyi Ubah’s Sudden Death, Recalls Last Meeting
Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed shock and devastation over the sudden death of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, representing Anambra South Senatorial District. In a statement on his social media handle, Obi recalled their last meeting on July 12…
Matriarch of Excellence: NGIJ Pays Tribute to Ramon Nasir’s Mother, Musiliat Amoke Nasir
The Nigerian Guild of Investigative Journalists (NGIJ) has extended its heartfelt condolences to Ramon Nasir, Head of Corporate Affairs at United Bank for Africa, on the passing of his mother, Musiliat Amoke Nasir, popularly known as Olowoletiasho. The 86-year-old matriarch,…
Concerned Citizens of Northern Nigeria, 20 Affiliates Hit the Brakes on Nationwide Protest
The Concerned Citizens of Northern Nigeria (CCNN) has announced its withdrawal from the planned nationwide protest, citing concerns over potential risks and consequences. This was made known by the Jigawa State Coordinator of the group, Muhammad Bello Aliyu at a…
Veteran Journalist Aliagan Launches Bid for NGIJ Presidency, Vows to Elevate Investigative Journalism
With a wealth of experience and a comprehensive platform, Abdulrahman Aliagan, the Group Managing Editor of TimeNigeria Magazine, has officially announced his candidacy for the position of National President of the Nigerian Guild of Investigative Journalists (NGIJ). Aliagan, a former…
ALGON Seeks Collaboration with Federal Ministry of Health to Improve Primary Healthcare Delivery
In a strategic move to address the challenges facing primary healthcare delivery in Nigeria, the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) led by its National President, Hon. Aminu Mu’azu Maitafa, paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Health,…
Court Halts UNN Hostel Project Over Environmental Degradation, Awards N20m To Host Community
A High Court in Nsukka, Enugu State, has granted an interlocutory injunction restraining the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) from proceeding with a hostel project, citing environmental degradation concerns. The project, which involves the construction of an 11,900-room hostel, has…
Northern Groups Condemn ‘Treacherous’ Endorsement Of Terrorism By 180 Lawmakers
The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has expressed outrage and dismay over the recent call by 180 members of the House of Representatives Minority Caucus for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB),…
Oborevwori’s Urban Renewal Strategies Yielding Results – Aniagwu
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural and Riverine Roads), Mr Charles Aniagwu, has said that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s urban renewal plans for the state were now yielding tangible fruits across urban centres of the state. Mr Aniagwu disclosed this on…
Minimum Wage, Maximum Rage By Prof Mike Ozekhome, SAN
INTRODUCTIONNigerian president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on 18th July, 2024, in the presence of NLC president, Joe Ajaero and TUC president, Festus Osifo, approved a minimum wage of 70 thousand Naira for every Nigerian worker. He also promised to review it…
ALGON Hails Supreme Court Autonomy Judgment, Resolves to Strengthen Local Governance
The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has hailed the Supreme Court’s historic judgment granting autonomy to local governments, describing it as a victory for grassroots democracy. This was contained in a communiqué jointly signed by Hon.Barr. Sani Ahmad…
Do Protests Change Anything?
Kenya said they needed more money and wanted to increase taxes. The Kenyan government proposed raising US$2.7 billion by increasing taxes on essential goods and services, from cooking oil to bread. The bill also targeted digital revenue, where the bulk…
