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Reps Launch Probe into Customs Over Alleged Smuggling Activities

The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate allegations of smuggling involving personnel of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). The decision was made during Wednesday’s plenary session following the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by Oluwaseun Whingan, the representative for Badagry Federal Constituency, Lagos State. Whingan highlighted an incident earlier this […]

State Governors Debate Tax Bills Amid Growing Opposition

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) convened an in-person meeting at its Secretariat in Abuja on Wednesday night to discuss pressing issues, including the controversial tax reform bills. Fifteen governors, primarily from the All Progressives Congress (APC), were present at the meeting. Notable attendees included Governor Alex Otti of Abia State (Labour Party) and Governor Chukwuma […]

Another Power Outage as National Grid Collapses Again

Nigeria’s national electricity grid has collapsed once again, marking the 12th incident this year. The collapse occurred on Wednesday at approximately 2:09 pm, as confirmed by a tweet from the official handle of Nigeria’s National Grid. “A major grid setback has occurred, and restoration efforts are set to commence,” the tweet stated. The Jos Electricity […]

Tinubu Names Ogunjimi Acting AGF to Drive Treasury Reforms

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF). The announcement was made in a statement issued on Tuesday by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga. “His appointment takes immediate effect following the pre-retirement leave of the incumbent AGF, Dr (Mrs) Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein,” the statement read. The […]

₦23bn Disbursed to Manufacturers Under FG’s Intervention Fund

The Bank of Industry (BOI) has disbursed ₦22.89 billion to 29 manufacturing companies under the Federal Government’s ₦75 billion Manufacturing Sector Intervention Fund. BOI Managing Director Olasupo Olusi disclosed this during an interactive session with members of the Organised Private Sector in Abuja. Olusi revealed that an additional 20 projects, worth ₦6.3 billion, are at […]

Ex-Governor Bello Remanded in Kuje as Court Sets January Trial Date

Justice Maryanne Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court has ordered the remand of former Kogi State Governor, Mr Yahaya Bello, at Kuje Correctional Centre in Abuja. This follows the court’s decision to decline Bello’s bail application, which it deemed premature. The judge issued the order shortly after refusing the bail application on […]

Assad Deposed: Rebel Victory Reshapes Syria’s Political Landscape

Damascus erupted in celebration yesterday as opposition forces ousted President Bashar al-Assad, bringing an end to five decades of autocratic rule by the Assad family. However, the dramatic turn of events has left Syria facing an uncertain future. Assad, along with his family and close allies, fled Syria after stepping down under an agreement brokered […]

Mahama Secures Comeback Victory in Ghana’s Historic Election

Former Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has made a triumphant return to power, securing victory in the country’s presidential election. Mahama, representing the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), was congratulated by his rival, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, even before the Electoral Commission officially declared the results. This historic election has been widely praised as one […]

Obasanjo: Corruption Battle Must Start With Leadership Accountability

Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has stressed that the fight against corruption can only succeed if accountability begins with the highest levels of government. Speaking during a virtual interactive session titled “Boiling Point Arena”, hosted by a private radio station in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Obasanjo highlighted the critical role of leadership in tackling corruption. […]

Tinubu Names New Heads for Key Educational and Development Agencies

President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of new chief executive officers for the National Universities Commission (NUC), the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), and the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD). In a statement released on Friday, presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga disclosed the appointments, highlighting the president’s confidence in the appointees’ capabilities. […]

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