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  1. Nigerian Government Summons Libyan Charge d’Affaires Over Super Eagles' Treatment

    Nigeria Nigerian Government Summons Libyan Charge d’Affaires Over Super Eagles' Treatment

    The Nigerian Federal Government has summoned the Libyan Charge d’Affaires over the alleged mistreatment of the Super Eagles during their AFCON qualifiers in Libya. Concerns include the team’s diversion to the wrong airport and the lack of necessities. Officials have been dispatched to assist the...
  2. Nigerians React to New Bill Requiring Tax ID for Opening Bank Accounts and Operating Existing Ones

    Nigeria Nigerians React to New Bill Requiring Tax ID for Opening Bank Accounts and Operating Existing Ones

    The Nigerian government has proposed a bill mandating tax identification numbers (TIN) for opening or operating bank accounts. Aimed at improving tax compliance and revenue collection, the bill stipulates penalties for non-compliance. The federal government of Nigeria has introduced a new bill...
  3. Federal Government Initiates Disbursement of New ₦70,000 Minimum Wage to Civil Servants

    Nigeria Federal Government Initiates Disbursement of New ₦70,000 Minimum Wage to Civil Servants

    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...
  4. #WhereIsPidom: David Hundeyin Raises Alarm Over PIDOMNigeria’s Disappearance and Alleged Government Involvement

    Nigeria #WhereIsPidom: David Hundeyin Raises Alarm Over PIDOMNigeria’s Disappearance and Alleged Government Involvement

    Concerns rise as whistleblower PIDOMNigeria goes missing. Journalist David Hundeyin suspects government involvement, while activist Omoyele Sowore demands PIDOM’s release. Social media campaigns #FreePidom and #WhereIsPidom gain traction, calling for transparency and protection of whistleblowers...
  5. Bayo Onanuga Exposes Chinese Company’s Attempt to Embarrass Tinubu

    Nigeria Bayo Onanuga Exposes Chinese Company’s Attempt to Embarrass Tinubu

    Bayo Onanuga has accused a Chinese company of misleading a Paris court to seize Nigerian assets, specifically presidential jets, in a dispute involving Ogun State. He vowed that the Nigerian government would protect its assets from exploitation and accused the company of attempting to embarrass...
  6. Arik Air’s Grounding: Government Action Creates Economic Ripple Effect

    Nigeria Arik Air’s Grounding: Government Action Creates Economic Ripple Effect

    Nigerian government halts Arik Air operations, citing financial issues. The abrupt decision, made by Minister Festus Keyamo, affects passengers and the economy. Arik Air’s CEO decries the lack of prior notice and claims the action undermines ongoing legal processes. The Nigerian government has...
  7. Nigerian Government Calls Emergency Meeting Ahead of August 1 Protest

    Nigeria Nigerian Government Calls Emergency Meeting Ahead of August 1 Protest

    The Nigerian government schedules an emergency meeting on July 24, 2024, to address the planned nationwide protest set for August 1, 2024. The meeting aims to manage public discontent amid rising economic hardships and inflation, despite recent wage increases. The protest, inspired by similar...
  8. Sowore Exposes Alleged $150M Presidential Jet Purchase Amid Economic Hardship

    Nigeria Sowore Exposes Alleged $150M Presidential Jet Purchase Amid Economic Hardship

    Activist Omoyele Sowore alleges the Nigerian government bought a $100 million presidential jet amid economic hardship. Claims of an additional $50 million for configuration spark public outrage. Controversy highlights the debate on government spending priorities and fiscal responsibility. No...
  9. Obi Blasts Tinubu's Administration for Simultaneously  Running Four Budgets, Labels It a Recipe for Chaos

    Nigeria Obi Blasts Tinubu's Administration for Simultaneously Running Four Budgets, Labels It a Recipe for Chaos

    Peter Obi criticizes the Tinubu administration for implementing four national budgets simultaneously, calling it fiscal irresponsibility. He urges a return to transparent budgeting to prioritize Nigerians' needs. Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate, has publicly criticized the...
  10. Sexual Harassment Scandal Rocks Nigeria's Foreign Affairs Ministry: Permanent Secretary Accused by Married Subordinate

    Nigeria Sexual Harassment Scandal Rocks Nigeria's Foreign Affairs Ministry: Permanent Secretary Accused by Married Subordinate

    Minister Tuggar informs Head of Service about sexual harassment claims against Foreign Affairs Permanent Secretary Lamuwa, citing disturbing allegations by a married female employee. Allegations of sexual harassment have rocked Nigeria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with Minister Yusuf Tuggar...
  11. Temporary Relief for Helicopter Operators as FG Suspends Landing Levies Following Stakeholders Concerns

    Nigeria Temporary Relief for Helicopter Operators as FG Suspends Landing Levies Following Stakeholders Concerns

    The Nigerian government has temporarily suspended helicopter landing levies after industry pushback. Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo announced the suspension and formed a committee to review stakeholders' concerns The federal government of Nigeria has temporarily suspended the collection of...
  12. EFCC Calls for End to Foreign Currency Payments for Visa Services

    Nigeria EFCC Calls for End to Foreign Currency Payments for Visa Services

    The EFCC urges the Nigerian government to stop foreign embassies from charging visa fees in foreign currencies, citing monetary policy concerns. Advises alignment with local exchange rates. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called upon the Nigerian government to enforce a...
  13. Nigeria Metro News

    Metro From June 2019, Local Governments in Nigeria won’t be able to withdraw more than N500K cash daily – NFIU – Linda Ikeji’s Blog

    Read more via Linda Ikeji’s Blog – http://bit.ly/2vH1sxp Get More Nigeria Metro News
  14. Nigeria Political News

    Politics Buhari runs govt with no direction –Financial Times

    The Financial Times of London says President Muhammadu Buhari has been running a government that lacks a clear direction in the last four years. The newspaper therefore called on the President to see his re-election as an opportunity to do the right thing. The Financial … Read more via Punch...
  15. Nigeria News

    Metro [Video] It Costs Government N3.5million To Feed El-Zakzaky Every Month - Lai Mohammed.

  16. Iroka Chinedu

    Metro How Nigerian govt made Boko Haram richer – Kukah - Dailypost Ng

    The Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Matthew Kukah, has alleged that the Nigerian government has made members of the Boko Haram insurgents richer through ransom. Kukah said there was urgent need for the government to accommodate the complaints of the aggrieved persons and put...
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    Politics How Nigerian govt. plans to invest N20 billion in mineral exploration- Minister – Premium...

    The Federal Ministry of Mines and Steel Development, FMMSD, is finalising plans to spend N20 billion on exploration, the minister in charge, Kayode Fayemi has said. The minister disclosed this in Abuja on Thursday at the project presentation of the Mineral Sector Support for Economic...
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    Politics Nigerian govt orders NBC to sanction erring media houses – Daily Post Nigeria

    The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has directed the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to sanction broadcasting organizations that violate the nation’s Broadcast Code, saying the serial violation of the code by many radio and television stations constitute a threat...
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    Politics Declare Fulani herdsmen terrorist group now – Yoruba leaders tell Nigerian government –...

    Yoruba leaders, under the auspices of Yoruba Summit, Thursday, called on the Nigerian government to declare the killer herdsmen and militias as terrorists. They also rejected the proposed cattle colony by the Federal Government, describing the proposal as a “violation of the sensibilities of...
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    Politics Oby Ezekwesili reveals what she’ll do to Nigerian government, police – Daily Post Nigeria

    Former Minister of Education and co-coordinator of the Bring Back Our Girls Group, BBOG, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili has revealed the action she would take against the Federal Government and the Nigeria Police. Ezekwesili disclosed that the group will file a suit against the Nigerian Government and its...
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