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  • BREAKING: House Of Reps member, Isa Dogonyaro Is dead

    . BREAKING: House Of Reps member, Isa Dogonyaro Is dead

     Member representing Garki/Babura federal Constituency of Jigawa State in the House of Representatives, Isa Dogonyaro, is dead.Mohammed Bello El-Rufa’i, who is one of his colleagues, disclosed the death of the lawmaker on his Facebook wall Friday morning.He wrote, “Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un. Earlier today, we lost a colleague in th
  • Tinubu Appoints Wike’s Ex-Chief Of Staff, Chukwuemeka Woke As Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority MD

    . Tinubu Appoints Wike’s Ex-Chief Of Staff, Chukwuemeka Woke As Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority MD

     President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Chukwuemeka Woke as the Managing Director (MD) of the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority.Ajuri Ngelale, the presidential spokesperson, in a Thursday statement, said Tinubu urged Woke to discharge his duties with integrity and in conformity with the highest standards of transparency. “Engr. Woke
  • Tinubu Says Nigeria Must Attain Self-Sufficiency In Food Production Before He Leaves Office

    . Tinubu Says Nigeria Must Attain Self-Sufficiency In Food Production Before He Leaves Office

     President Bola Tinubu says he is determined to ensure Nigeria attains self-sufficiency in food production before he leaves office.Tinubu said this on Thursday, in Niger State during the groundbreaking ceremony for the 84km, N169.7bn Bida-Minna Road construction in the Kakakpagi, Katch Local Government Area of the state.Represented at the event by
  • Prince Harry and Meghan Land In Nigeria For 3 Days Visit, Following Footsteps Of Princess Diana

    . Prince Harry and Meghan Land In Nigeria For 3 Days Visit, Following Footsteps Of Princess Diana

     The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, arrived in Nigeria today for a highly anticipated three-day visit, echoing a similar trip made by Prince Harry’s mother, Princess Diana, in 1990. The royal couple was greeted with warmth and enthusiasm as they disembarked at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. This visit marks the
  • CONFIRMED! Prince Harry And Meghan Will Arrive Nigeria Today

    . CONFIRMED! Prince Harry And Meghan Will Arrive Nigeria Today

     Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will land in Nigeria today, 10th of May, 2024, for a 3-day private visitThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are visiting Nigeria on the invitation of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa to interact with wounded soldiers.Director Sports, Defence Headquarters (DHQ), Air Vice Marshal Abidemi Marquis m
  • American Express Announces Nigeria’s First Business Card Amid Naira Crisis

    . American Express Announces Nigeria’s First Business Card Amid Naira Crisis

     American Express Co. has launched its inaugural business credit card in Nigeria amid the foreign exchange crisis.The international firm is partnering with a Nigerian firm, neobank O3 Capital Nigeria Limited, potentially enhancing access to dollar transactions in the West African country.The unveiling happened in Lagos on Thursday.The business card
  • If You Can Afford to Leave Nigeria, Please Do – Solomon Buchi Advises Nigerians

    . If You Can Afford to Leave Nigeria, Please Do – Solomon Buchi Advises Nigerians

     Writer and social media commentator Solomon Buchi has taken to Twitter to address Nigerians living in Nigeria.He revealed in his tweet that if as a Nigerian you have a means to leave the country, then you should by all means do just that.He further stressed on the fact that as a Nigerian, don’t have to go to the UK, the US, or Canada, and that y
  • JUST IN! House Of Representatives Suspends Move To Stop CBN’s Cybersecurity Levy

    .. JUST IN! House Of Representatives Suspends Move To Stop CBN’s Cybersecurity Levy

     The House of Representatives has withdrawn the motion to suspend the controversial cybersecurity levy.Recall that CBN had issued a new directive to all financial institutions, including commercial, merchant, non-interest banks, payment service banks, and mobile money operators, mandating the implementation of a 0.5% cybersecurity levy on all elect
  • CJN to Get Jumbo Pay Pack as Reps Pass Bill Increasing Salaries of Judicial Officers

    . CJN to Get Jumbo Pay Pack as Reps Pass Bill Increasing Salaries of Judicial Officers

     The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill for an upward review of the salaries, allowances, and fringe benefits of judicial office holders in the country, which provides a monthly package of N5.39 million for the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN).The executive bill which passed third reading at the lower chamber also provides a total pa
  • JUST IN! Senate Approves Death Sentence As Penalty For Drug Offenders in Nigeria

    . JUST IN! Senate Approves Death Sentence As Penalty For Drug Offenders in Nigeria

     The Senate has approved the d£ath sentence as a penalty for drug traffickers in the country, as it passes through the third reading, the 2024 NDLEA Act (Amendment) Bill.The proposal was adopted on Thursday when the Senate dissolved into a committee of the whole for a clause-by-clause consideration of a report of the Chairman of the Committees on
  • BREAKING! House of Reps Orders CBN to Suspend The 0.5% Cybersecurity Levy

    . BREAKING! House of Reps Orders CBN to Suspend The 0.5% Cybersecurity Levy

     There's been some contention surrounding the Central Bank of Nigeria's directive regarding the  0.5% cybersecurity levy on electronic transactions within the country.The House of Representatives has taken action to address concerns raised by Kingsley Chinda, who represents the Obio/Akpor Constituency, by calling for the withdrawal o
  • Nigeria, Other African Countries Qualified For Relay Events At The 2024 Summer Olympics In Paris

    . Nigeria, Other African Countries Qualified For Relay Events At The 2024 Summer Olympics In Paris

     Following two days of action at the World Athletics Relays in the Bahamas, (May 4 – 5), Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, South Africa, Côte D’Ivoire, and Botswana have secured their spots in relay events at the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.Standing out was Botswana’s historic triumph in the men’s 4x400m relay. They became the first Afri
  • Alleged $30bn Loot Report: First News Apologises To Gbajabiamila As Abducted Editor Resigns

    . Alleged $30bn Loot Report: First News Apologises To Gbajabiamila As Abducted Editor Resigns

     The management of First News online newspaper has tendered an apology to the Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, over a news story titled “How Gbajabiamila attempted to corner $30bn, 66 houses traced to Sabiu,” published on its platform.This is coming as the platform’s Managing Editor, Segun Olatunji who wrote the sto
  • See Mix Reactions As Nigeria Singer, Shallipopi Unveils His New Girlfriend (Video)

    . See Mix Reactions As Nigeria Singer, Shallipopi Unveils His New Girlfriend (Video)

     Fast-rising Nigerian singer and rapper Shallipopi has left tongues wagging as he unveiled his new girlfriend.The Dvpper Music signee, via his Snapchat page, shared a video of him and his new girlfriend. The lovebirds were seen at what appears to be a restaurant chitchatting before sharing a steamy kiss.As expected, social media users are divided o
  • Ukraine-Russia War! Missile, Drone Attacks Launched On Ukraine’s Energy Grid

    .. Ukraine-Russia War! Missile, Drone Attacks Launched On Ukraine’s Energy Grid

     Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia has launched a massive early morning missile and drone attack on energy facilities across Ukraine.Writing on his X handle, Zelensky said more than 50 missiles and 20 drones were used in the attack.It marks the latest in a string of Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid, which Moscow insists i
  • AstraZeneca Withdraws COVID Vaccine Months After Admitting Strange Side Effects

    . AstraZeneca Withdraws COVID Vaccine Months After Admitting Strange Side Effects

     AstraZeneca has decided to globally pull its COVID-19 vaccine from circulation, following months after acknowledging potential rare yet severe side effects associated withAccording to The Telegraph, AstraZeneca has acknowledged that its vaccine, originally known as Covishield, may lead to uncommon side effects such as blood clots and decreased blo
  • Helicopter Operators Kick Against $300 Landing Fee Levy Newly Imposed by Tinubu's Government

    . Helicopter Operators Kick Against $300 Landing Fee Levy Newly Imposed by Tinubu's Government

     The new $300 landing fee imposed on helicopter operators by the Federal Government through its concessionaire, NAEBI Dynamic Concepts Limited, may be attracting a low-level of compliance.The Vanguard reported that some helicopter operators expressed dissatisfaction with the new fee, insisting that they want to join the Airline Operators of Nigeria
  • Gov Sim Fubara's Loyalist, Hon Victor Oko Sworn in As New Speaker of Rivers State Assembly

    . Gov Sim Fubara's Loyalist, Hon Victor Oko Sworn in As New Speaker of Rivers State Assembly

     Governor Sim Fubara's influence extends to the leadership of the Rivers State House of Assembly, as Hon. Victor Oko has been sworn in as the new Speaker. This move suggests a consolidation of power within the state's political structure and may signal alignment between the executive and legislative branches. The appointment of a loyalist
  • EFCC Raid Abuja Forex Market, Arrests BDC Operators as Naira Hits 1,416 Per Dollar

    . EFCC Raid Abuja Forex Market, Arrests BDC Operators as Naira Hits 1,416 Per Dollar

     Tensions are running high between the EFCC and the BDC operators in the Wuse Zone 4 market. The traders' frustration is palpable, as they feel targeted and unfairly treated by the anti-corruption agency. The resistance to the arrests indicates a growing discontent among the traders, who perceive the raids as mere extortion tactics rather than
  • UPDATE: CBN Releases List Of Licensed Deposit Money Banks In Nigeria

    . UPDATE: CBN Releases List Of Licensed Deposit Money Banks In Nigeria

     The Central Bank of Nigeria has released a list of 44 licensed deposit money banks in Nigeria. The apex bank made this public in a post released on its official website on Tuesday. According to CBN, Seven banks, including Zenith Bank, Access Bank, First Bank, First City Monument Bank, United Bank of Africa, Fidelity, and Guaranty Trust Bank, have
  • UPDATE: US Announces Plan To Partner Nigeria To Combat Cybercrime, Fraud Scams, Sextortion

    . UPDATE: US Announces Plan To Partner Nigeria To Combat Cybercrime, Fraud Scams, Sextortion

     The United States has announced plans to deploy a cybercrime advisor in Nigeria. The advisor is poised to facilitate cooperation between the two nations, offering essential training, equipment, and technical assistance to bolster Nigeria’s capacity to address cyber threats, including fraud scams and sextortion.The decision to deploy the advisor,
  • President Tinubu Returns To Nigeria After Netherlands, Saudi Trips

    . President Tinubu Returns To Nigeria After Netherlands, Saudi Trips

     President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after his trips to the Netherlands and Saudi Arabia.According to the NTA, Tinubu returned on Wednesday.It was reported that the Special Adviser on Information and strategy to the president, Bayo Onanuga, had in a statement via his X handle on Tuesday, said the President will come back on Wednesday. “
  • Veteran Nigerian Actress, Ovularia, Reportedly Died At 81 In Port Harcourt

    . Veteran Nigerian Actress, Ovularia, Reportedly Died At 81 In Port Harcourt

     Elizabeth Evoeme, popularly known as Ovularia, a veteran actress from the 80s TV sitcom ‘The New Masquerade’, has passed away at the age of 81. According to a family member, she died on Sunday in Port Harcourt, surrounded by loved ones.Born on December 1, 1942, Ovularia’s family confirmed her passing in a statement, expressing gratitude for
  • Nigeria Lady Shares Man’s Hilarious Reaction After Turning Down His S3xual Advances

    .. Nigeria Lady Shares Man’s Hilarious Reaction After Turning Down His S3xual Advances

     A Nigerian lady has elicited reactions by sharing a man‘s response after she turned down his advances for sexual intimacy.She leaked a WhatsApp voice message he sent, where he recalled their past outing and repeatedly expressed his desire for sexual intimacy.He noted that even though it wasn’t his usual approach, he conceded to her suggestion
  • Real Madrid v Bayern Munich: UEFA Champions League S/Final Match,Team News,Goal Scorers & Stats

    . Real Madrid v Bayern Munich: UEFA Champions League S/Final Match,Team News,Goal Scorers & Stats

     Date: Wednesday 8th May, 2024 Time : 8:00 pm Stadium  Estadio Santiago Bernabeu Referee  Szymon Marciniak (Poland) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Real Madrid [/size]The home team will be without the services of David Alaba. Apart from him, everyone else is available for selection here. While Thibaut Courtois is back fit, Andriy Lunin
  • VIDEO: Man Shares The Disgusting State of a Hostel Room in University of Nigeria Nsukka

    . VIDEO: Man Shares The Disgusting State of a Hostel Room in University of Nigeria Nsukka

     A disheartened man has shared the poor conditions of hostel rooms at the University of Nigeria Nsukka. Ensuring adequate and safe accommodation for students is crucial for their well-being and academic success.The University of Nigeria, commonly referred to as UNN, is a federal university located in Nsukka, Enugu State, Eastern part of Nigeria is
  • BREAKING! Most Wanted Oyo State Transport Union Leader, Auxilliary Arrested by DSS

    . BREAKING! Most Wanted Oyo State Transport Union Leader, Auxilliary Arrested by DSS

     The Department of State Services, DSS, on Tuesday reportedly arrested the embattled chairman of the Oyo State Park Management System, Mukaila Lamidi, popularly known as Auxiliary.A top government official told Leadership that Auxilliary was arrested by operatives of the secret police Tuesday afternoon.The reason for the arrest cannot be ascertaine
  • CBN Extends Suspension of Charges on Cash Deposits

    . CBN Extends Suspension of Charges on Cash Deposits

     The Central Bank of Nigeria has decided to stop charging fees on cash deposits until September 30, 2024.The central bank shared this information in a memo dated May 6, 2024, signed by Adetona Adedeji, who is the director of banking supervision at CBN.CBN said, “Please refer to our letter dated December 11, 2023, referenced BSD/DIR/PUB/LAB/016/0
  • Presidency Confirms When President Tinubu Will Return From His 'Unannounced' Trip

    . Presidency Confirms When President Tinubu Will Return From His 'Unannounced' Trip

     President Bola Tinubu's return to Nigeria from Europe is imminent, as confirmed by his special adviser on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga. The President Bola Tinubu will return to Nigeria from Europe on Wednesday.Tinubu, who had embarked on an official visit to the Netherlands on April 22, is expected back in the country along with his
  • Binance CEO Reveals How Tinubu Govt Demanded $150m Bribe To Make ‘Illegal’ Nigeria Charges Go Away

    . Binance CEO Reveals How Tinubu Govt Demanded $150m Bribe To Make ‘Illegal’ Nigeria Charges Go Away

     Nigerian government officials have been accused of soliciting bribes to the tune of $150 million from global cryptocurrency giant Binance, the firm’s executive said on Tuesday.Richard Teng said the Tinubu administration was keen on extracting the large sum from the company in order to make the recent fraud charges “go away” shortly after a m

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