The Senate has postponed the screening of ministerial nominees to allow additional time for documentation. The screening is rescheduled for October 30, 2024. This decision follows a request from President Tinubu for the Senate's confirmation of seven nominees for key ministerial positions in his...
Niger Delta activist Asari Dokubo has criticized President Bola Tinubu for allegedly supporting FCT Minister Nyesom Wike in destabilizing Rivers State. Dokubo warned of potential unrest if Governor Siminalayi Fubara is removed and condemned Tinubu’s decision to dissolve the Niger Delta Ministry...
The Federal Government of Nigeria has urged states yet to implement the new ₦70,000 minimum wage to commence payments immediately. Secretary George Akume emphasized the government's commitment to fair wages, while highlighting compliance among states like Lagos, Edo, and Adamawa, despite...
The Nigerian Senate is set to screen seven ministerial nominees proposed by President Bola Tinubu, including Bianca Odumegu-Ojukwu and Dr. Jumoke Oduwole. This follows a letter from Tinubu seeking confirmation, with all nominees cleared by the Department of State Services. The screening is...
Multiple ballot boxes were set ablaze in Oregon and Washington, damaging hundreds of ballots. Authorities believe the incidents are connected and are investigating. Fire suppression measures limited the impact, ensuring the majority of ballots remained intact. Officials condemned the attacks...
Nigerians are calling for the resignation of Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu due to an 11-day blackout affecting Northern states. Despite government assurances of restoration, outages persist following vandalism of the Shiroro-Kaduna transmission line.
Nigerians are expressing outrage and...
The Nigerian House of Representatives has condemned Abia lawmaker Alex Ikwechegh following allegations of assaulting Bolt driver Stephen Abuwatseya. A viral video showing the incident has prompted the House to investigate, with police involvement and an invitation for public engagement to ensure...
Mujidat Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, daughter of President Bola Tinubu, has been appointed Ambassador for the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education. Her appointment aims to support disadvantaged communities, particularly focusing on education for vulnerable children in...
The presidency has explained the challenges faced by security agencies in arresting former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello, who is wanted by the EFCC for alleged financial crimes worth ₦80.2 billion. His immunity, as a current governor, complicates law enforcement actions, frustrating ongoing...
Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, NNPP leader and former presidential candidate, expresses deep concern over Northern Nigeria's power crisis caused by vandalism of key power lines. He calls for urgent investments in alternative energy sources to alleviate ongoing blackouts, exacerbated by rising fuel costs...
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