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In light of economic challenges, President Bola Tinubu has ordered a low-key 64th Independence Day celebration. The government cited fuel subsidy removal and the need for fiscal reform as key reasons. Efforts to boost infrastructure, food security, and SMEs were also highlighted during the...
President Bola Tinubu congratulated Bishop David Oyedepo on his 70th birthday, praising his significant contributions to the Christian community and society. Tinubu highlighted Oyedepo's impact through leadership development and the establishment of educational and health institutions...
Former President Goodluck Jonathan denied claims by former CBN Governor Sanusi Lamido Sanusi about a missing $49.8 billion. At a book launch, Jonathan emphasized that Sanusi was suspended due to financial misconduct, not for whistleblowing, and criticized the inconsistencies in the allegations...
Ayachi Zammel, a Tunisian presidential candidate, has been sentenced to six months in prison for using fraudulent certificates. This decision comes days before Tunisia's presidential election on October 6, raising concerns about political integrity. Zammel's lawyer claims the ruling is an...
Senator Monday Okpebholo, Edo State’s newly elected governor, and his deputy, Dennis Idahosa, visited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at Aso Rock to present their Certificates of Return. They expressed gratitude by kneeling, highlighting their commitment to serve the state with support from the...
Former President Goodluck Jonathan refuted claims that Nigeria lost $49.8 billion during his administration, as stated in Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II's new book. He emphasized the financial stability necessary to pay salaries and questioned the accuracy of the figures presented. Former President...
Senator Monday Okpebholo has received his Certificate of Return as the Governor of Edo State from INEC, following a contested election where he secured 291,667 votes. Despite his victory, opposition from Governor Godwin Obaseki and other candidates continues, creating a tense political...
The Nigerian House of Representatives has launched an investigation into bribery allegations against the EFCC and NCS, following claims by Bobrisky that a N15 million bribe led to the dismissal of his money laundering charges. Lawmaker Patrick Umoh emphasized the need for transparency in law...
The Nigerian federal government has commenced payment of the new ₦70,000 minimum wage to civil servants, starting September 26, 2024. This follows President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval and aims to improve the financial welfare of public sector workers, though details on arrears remain unclear...
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has accused the EFCC of targeting him for political reasons, following a controversial raid on the Kogi Government Lodge. Bello’s media team claims the EFCC is executing a biased campaign against him, urging the government to investigate the...
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