Naira redesign: How FG punished me for going to court – Gov Matawalle
“What’s being said is that we went to court over the new naira notes redesign. They said myself, Ganduje and El-Rufai would be punished accordingly.”
Air Peace makes history, begins first direct flight from Nigeria to Israel
By Lawani Mikairu Air Peace has attained another milestone, as it begins the first direct flight from Nigeria to the State of Israel on April 20, 2023. The Israeli Minister of Transportation and Road Safety, Brigadier General Miri Regev who disclosed this in Israel, noted that this would be a historical feat, as there had […]
Lagos commissioner for finance wins forty under 40 Africa award
37-year-old Commissioner for Finance, Dr. Rabiu Olowo, has emerged winner of the Forty under 40 Africa Awards.
Protect your legacy, let Bawa go, anti-corruption confab tells Buhari
“Conference restates that Mr. Bawa, according to the judgment of a court of competent jurisdiction, which has not been vacated, cannot continue to preside over an important law enforcement agency”
Poll: Probe Adebutu, Ogun PDP’s electoral infractions, group tasks security agencies
A group, Ogun Integrity Vanguard, has called on the leadership of security agencies in the country, particularly the Nigeria Police, to ensure comprehensive probe of the electoral infractions allegedly perpetrated by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its governorship candidate in Ogun State, Oladipupo Adebutu, during the March 18 governorship and State Assembly elections in the state.
The group made the call in a statement signed by its Secretary, Duro Thomas, and made available to newsmen in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital.
Bode George mourns Diya
Former Deputy National Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Olabode George, on Sunday mourned former Chief of General Staff, late Lt. Gen. Oladipo Diya saying he ran his race to the best of his calling.
Election: Ajulo counsels lawyers against politicising 25% requirement in FCT
A renowned Constitution Lawyer, Dr Olukayode Ajulo, has counselled lawyers in the country to be wary of politicising the issue of obtaining 25 per cent in FCT as a requirement to win the Presidential election. Ajulo told the Newsmen on Sunday in Abuja against the backdrop of some lawyers insisting that securing 25 per cent […]
FG confirms May 3 for commencement of 2023 Census
The 2023 National Population and Housing Census is to commence on May 3, the Federal Government has confirmed. Dr Garba Abari, a member of the Publicity and Advocacy Committee on 2023 National Population and Housing Census, confirmed this on Sunday in Abuja during a press conference. He said that the three-day exercise would commence May […]
Meningitis: Avoid overcrowded, poorly ventilated areas, doctor cautions
Dr Chioma Ofoekii, a medical practitioner, has advised that people should avoid overcrowding and poor ventilation during hot season to prevent meningitis.
Port concession saved Nigeria’s economy N3.9tr — Haastrup
The Chairman, Seaports Terminal Operators Association of Nigeria, STOAN, Princess Vicky Haastrup said the Federal Government’s port concession programme has saved the country about US$8.5 billion (N3.91 trillion) which was hitherto paid to foreign shipping lines as congestion surcharge.
Census: FG assures Nigerians of credible, acceptable exercise
As the nation prepares for the population and housing census holding in May, the Federal Government has assured Nigerians of a credible exercise that would be transparent and acceptable. Dr Garba Abari, Director-General, National Orientation Agency (NOA), made the pledge during press conference in Abuja on Sunday. Abari, who is also a member of the […]
