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In a significant legislative development, the Nigerian House of Representatives approved a bill on Thursday to establish Orlu State, a new state in the Southeast region of the country. Sponsored by Hon. Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere, who represents Imo State’s Ideato North South Federal Constituency, along with other supporting legislators, the bill successfully passed its first reading….
Senator Abdul Ningi, representing Bauchi Central, has returned to the Nigerian Senate after a three-month suspension due to accusations of budget padding involving N3.7 trillion. Ningi, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), resumed his legislative duties on Tuesday, arriving at the National Assembly grounds in Abuja in his black Toyota Landcruiser Jeep. Ningi’s…
In a bid to combat poverty and provide immediate relief to vulnerable households across Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has officially launched the Conditional Cash Transfer program, set to disburse N75,000 to 15 million households over three months. The launch took place during a commemoration event marking the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, where…
In a strategic move aimed at fostering dialogue, members of organized labour, including the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), have decided to suspend their ongoing strike for a period of five days. This decision was confirmed by a representative of the NLC during a briefing with our correspondent in Abuja….
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has assured depositors of Heritage Bank Plc that they will receive their insured funds following the bank’s liquidation. This announcement came shortly after the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) revoked Heritage Bank’s commercial banking license and appointed the NDIC as the liquidator. NDIC spokesman Bashir Nuhu confirmed that depositors…
In a move aimed at safeguarding Nigeria’s financial system, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has taken decisive action by revoking the operating license of Heritage Bank Plc. The decision, announced by Hakama Ali, the Acting Director of Corporate Communications at the CBN, underscores the regulatory body’s commitment to upholding the integrity and stability of…
Chief Malcolm Emokiniovo Omirhobo has issued a strong plea to the Nigerian Army and the Federal Government, urging them to exercise restraint and adhere to the rule of law in response to the recent tragic events in Aba, Abia State. The appeal follows the unfortunate loss of soldiers and property in the area, prompting the…
In a recent press release issued by the Nigerian Army’s Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, a condemnable attack on troops of Operation UDO KA in Abia State has been reported. The incident occurred on the 30th of May, 2024, at the Obikabia Junction Checkpoint in Obingwa Local Government Area, adjacent to…
In a significant development amidst ongoing political turmoil, the Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has declared the seats of 25 lawmakers vacant following their defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This decision was handed down by Hon. Justice Charles Wali in Suit No. PHC/1512/CS/2024, amidst a…
The elders of Kano South have issued a strong appeal to Governor Abba Yusuf to overturn the recent ruling on the Kano Emirate Law and reinstate the previously disbanded emirates. This plea was articulated by Musa Salihu Doguwa, Chairman of the Elders Forum, during a media briefing at the NUJ Secretariat Farm Center in Kano….
In a significant development, the Federal Government of Nigeria has taken the governors of the 36 states to the Supreme Court, alleging mismanagement of Local Government Areas (LGAs). This lawsuit, initiated by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, aims to secure full autonomy for LGAs, positioning them…
The Nigerian anti-corruption community is in mourning following the death of Ibrahim Lamorde, the former chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Lamorde, who was 61 years old, passed away early Sunday in Egypt, where he had been receiving medical treatment. The cause of death has not been disclosed, but his passing was…
In a recent statement, Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State and former minister of the Federal Capital Territory, emphasized the urgent need to reclaim the federal character of Nigeria. El-Rufai, who chaired the APC Committee on True Federalism, highlighted the importance of devolving powers and responsibilities to the subnational level in order to unleash…
Renowned US rapper Nicki Minaj was reportedly arrested at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport on Saturday on suspicion of possessing soft drugs. The rapper was later released after paying a fine. Minaj, 41, shared photos on social media showing her being questioned by officials before her scheduled performance in Britain later the same day. While Dutch police…
In a historic turn of events, the 16th Emir of Kano, Sanusi Muhammadu, has been reinstated, marking a significant milestone for the region. This comes just a day after Governor Abba Yusuf annulled the previous administration’s decree that dethroned him. At a formal ceremony held at the Government House in Kano on Friday, Sanusi was…
The Federal Government has decided to halt the realignment of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway, a decision influenced by the presence of critical submarine cables along the coastline. This announcement was made by the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, during the third stakeholders meeting held in Lagos. Umahi explained that the realignment plan had to be…
In a decisive move to regulate content in the Nigerian film industry, the Federal Government has officially banned the depiction of money rituals, ritual killings, and the glamorization of smoking and other vices in Nollywood productions. This announcement was made by Shaibu Husseini, the executive director and CEO of the National Film and Video Censors…
On Tuesday, Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, made a surprise visit to the party’s national secretariat in Abuja, accompanied by a large number of his supporters. This visit comes on the heels of rumors about a potential merger ahead of the 2027 elections. Clad in a black kaftan and his signature glasses, the…
In a surprising revelation, Nollywood actor and self-described pastor Yul Edochie opened up on social media about his absence at the funeral of his late colleague, Junior Pope. Edochie, who has been vocal about his spiritual journey and ministry, attributed his absence to a series of betrayals by the late actor, which left him deeply…
In a momentous ceremony filled with cultural reverence and ancestral homage, Oba Ewuare II of Benin joyfully received two repatriated artifacts from Germany, facilitated by the National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM). The artifacts, a set of wooden and bronze stools dating back to the 15th to 17th centuries and attributed to Oba Esigie…