President Bola Tinubu expresses profound sorrow over the recent bloodshed in Plateau State, a tragedy that has claimed the lives of over 40 individuals. He strongly condemns the violence and extends his sympathies to Governor Caleb Mutfwang, the state government, and the people of Plateau while urging him to summon the necessary political will to…
The declaration comes amidst growing concerns over inflation, particularly in food commodities, which has placed significant strain on households across the nation. The national emergency aims to streamline efforts across various government agencies and stakeholders to implement immediate and long-term solutions. Key aspects of the emergency response are expected to include: Increased agricultural production: Measures…
Amidst the ongoing political turmoil in Rivers State, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has taken a significant step by inaugurating a 21-member ad-hoc committee. This committee’s mandate is to oversee the affairs of the Rivers State House of Assembly, which has been at the center of the protracted crisis. The inauguration…
Governors from the Peoples Democratic Party have petitioned the Supreme Court to dispute President Bola Tinubu’s authority to suspend a state’s democratically elected government. The governors’ lawsuit also contests Rivers State’s proclamation of a state of emergency. The governor’s petition was only submitted before the Supreme Court on Tuesday, despite earlier media reports that it…
The nomination of administrators for the 23 Local Government Areas in the state has been approved by Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), the only administrator of Rivers State. Less than twenty-four hours have passed since a Federal High Court in Port Harcourt allegedly barred him from designating administrators to manage the local government councils’ operations….
In the vibrant and often challenging landscape of Nigeria, the figure of the single mother stands as a testament to resilience, strength, and unwavering love. Yet, behind the determined smiles and tireless efforts lies a reality often fraught with unique hardships. For these women, raising children single-handedly is not just a personal journey, but a…
Olatunji Alausa, the Minister of Education, has advocated for extending the required National Youth Service Corps program from one to two years. When NYSC Director-General Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu paid him a courtesy call at his Abuja office on Friday, Alausa made this statement. The minister also advocated for the extension of the content of…
In a move aimed at further stabilizing the Nigerian Naira in the foreign exchange (FX) market, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has injected $197.71 million. This intervention is the latest effort by the apex bank to enhance liquidity and moderate volatility in the FX market, ensuring a more stable exchange rate. The CBN has…
Governor Chukwuma Soludo has been officially declared the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) candidate for the November 8 governorship election in Anambra State. Soludo, the sole aspirant in the party’s primary, was unanimously endorsed by delegates at the election held on Saturday at Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka. The Returning Officer, Uche Nwegbo, announced the…
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has approved an extension of the tenure of Kemi Nandap, the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, through December 31, 2026. President Tinubu appointed her as Comptroller-General on March 1, 2024, to serve till August 31, 2025. A statement issued by the presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said: “Under her leadership,…
