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Fubara Instructs Caretaker Chairmen to Work Remotely Amidst Rivers State Tensions

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has instructed the newly sworn-in caretaker committee chairmen to operate remotely if accessing council secretariats would disrupt peace. After swearing in the 23 chairmen at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Wednesday, Governor Fubara advised against confrontation with security personnel occupying the council secretariats. He emphasized, “I do not […]

Tinubu and Ramaphosa Discuss Strengthening Nigeria-South Africa Relations

President Bola Tinubu held bilateral talks with his South African counterpart, Cyril Ramaphosa, following Ramaphosa’s swearing-in ceremony. “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu receives South African President Cyril Ramaphosa for diplomatic, economic, and bilateral talks after a successful presidential inauguration ceremony,” presidential aide Olusegun Dada stated on his X handle on Thursday. The meeting, hosted by President […]

NBS Reports Massive Surge in Petrol Prices, Reaching ₦770 Per Litre

The average price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, surged by 223.21% to approximately ₦770 per litre in May 2024, up from ₦238.11 per litre recorded in May 2023, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). In its report, “Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) Price Watch for May 2024,” the NBS noted […]

How Emefiele Shared $6.2 Million Stolen from CBN

Court documents have revealed details about the alleged theft of $6.23 million from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on February 8, 2023. The special presidential investigative team, led by Jim Obaze, alleges that the money was stolen by CBN officials, with the assistance of two outsiders, Adamu Abubakar and Imam Abubakar, under the pretense […]

First Bank Confirms Alebiosu as Managing Director

First Bank of Nigeria Limited has officially confirmed Olusegun Alebiosu as its new Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This announcement was made by the bank’s Secretary, Adewale Arogundade, in a notice to the Nigerian Exchange Group on Wednesday. The appointment is pending approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Alebiosu has […]

Cyril Ramaphosa Begins Second Term as South African President

Cyril Ramaphosa was inaugurated for a second full term as President of South Africa in Pretoria on Wednesday, following a coalition agreement by his weakened African National Congress (ANC). Chief Justice Raymond Zondo administered the oath of office before lawmakers, foreign dignitaries, and supporters at the Union Buildings. “In the presence of everyone assembled here, […]

APC Chairman Demands Arrest of Kwankwaso Over Security Threats

The Chairman of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Kano State, Abdullahi Abbas, has called for the arrest of former Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, labeling him a threat to state security. This follows Kwankwaso’s accusations that the previous administration fostered Boko Haram terrorists and misled the Federal Government to destabilize Kano. Kwankwaso made these allegations during […]

Fubara Inaugurates New Local Government Leaders in Rivers State

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has inaugurated 23 new caretaker chairmen for the local government areas in the state. The ceremony took place on Wednesday at the Government House in Port Harcourt, the state capital, under tight security. The swearing-in, conducted in the Council Chambers, began with the first batch of 11 caretaker chairmen taking […]

Biden Eases Path to Citizenship for Spouses of U.S. Citizens

President Joe Biden announced on Tuesday a new pathway to citizenship for immigrants married to U.S. nationals, balancing his administration’s recent crackdown on illegal border crossings with a more lenient approach towards legal immigrants. Facing a contentious issue ahead of the November presidential election, Biden aims to show a tough stance on illegal immigration while […]

Confronting Challenges Requires National Mindset Change – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu acknowledged yesterday that Nigerians are enduring difficult times, but emphasized that the nation is not alone in facing harsh economic realities. Speaking in Lagos during a meeting with a delegation from the National Assembly, Tinubu highlighted the importance of a shift in the country’s value system to foster progress. “Yes, there is […]

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