Oba of Lagos

LG Autonomy: The prison ‘ll be full of corrupt council chairmen, says Oba of Lagos

The Oba of Lagos, Riliwan Aremu Akiolu has noted that many lLocal Government Chairmen would be jailed for embezzling council funds following the Supreme Court judgment which granted financial autonomy to Local... Read more »
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HARDSHIP: Nigerian Man Sells Blood To Hospital

A Nigerian man sparked conversation on social media after selling his blood to a hospital and flaunting the money he was paid online. This was revealed in a video he posted on... Read more »

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I’ll correct prolonged neglect of Niger-Delta – Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to correct the years of neglect of the Niger Delta region through the Renewed Hope Agenda. Tinubu gave this assurance at the Niger Delta... Read more »
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Kwankwaso Unveils New Logo For NNPP

National leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has formally unveiled a new logo for the party, saying the action was part of their efforts to reposition... Read more »
Umahi

FG Can’t Fund All Projects, Contractors Must Accept New Terms – Umahi

The Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi has stated that the federal government can no longer fund all on going projects in the country at…The Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi has stated... Read more »
Simon Ekpa

Simon Ekpa Gives Imo Monarch 24-Hour Ultimatum to Reinstate Evicted Widow

An ultimatum has been issued to the traditional ruler of Obinze autonomous community in Owerri West Local Government of Imo State, Eze Aaron Enyinnaya by the Simon-Ekpa-led Biafra Republic Government In-Exile, BRGIEThe... Read more »
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President Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Niger Delta Development

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to correct the years of neglect of the Niger Delta region through the Renewed Hope Agenda. Speaking at the Niger Delta... Read more »
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President Tinubu Makes Fresh Appointment

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho as the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). The President has also approved the appointment of Senator Adedayo Adeyeye... Read more »
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Anambra Police Command Records Notable Achievements In 60 Days

Awka, Anambra State – The Anambra State Police Command has recorded significant achievements in the past 60 days, according to a press briefing by the Commissioner of Police, CP NNAGHE OBONO ITAM.... Read more »
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Governors to Review Supreme Court Decision on LG Autonomy, Says Soludo

Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State has announced that governors will review the Supreme Court’s ruling granting financial autonomy to local government councils. Following a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the... Read more »
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President Tinubu Renames National Theatre In Lagos After Prof. Wole Soyinka

President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute literary icon Prof. Wole Soyinka by renaming the National Theatre as Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and Culture in honour of the Nobel laureate’s enduring legacy.... Read more »
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Olawepo-Hashim Hails Supreme Court Judgement on LG Funds, Calls for Accountability

A former Presidential Candidate Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has hailed the Supreme Court Judgement that bars the Federal Government from sending Local Governments funds to States, but directly to the LGAs. The Supreme Court,... Read more »
Plateau

BREAKING: School Building Collapses In Jos, Students Trapped

A two-storey building housing Saints Academy School located in Busa Buji, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State collapsed on Friday morning, leaving scores injured. The building caved in while school... Read more »
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Ohanaeze Ndigbo Urges Southeast Governors to Embrace Supreme Court Ruling on LGA Autonomy

The recent Supreme Court ruling on Local Government Autonomy is a significant milestone for democracy in Nigeria. Ohanaeze Ndigbo applauds this decision, as it puts an end to the unchecked control and... Read more »
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Avoid travelling without permission, NYSC DG warns corps members

YD Ahmed, director-general (DG) of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), says corps members should avoid travelling without permission from appropriate authorities. Ahmed spoke on Thursday during his visit to the 2024 batch... Read more »
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Nigerians paid N721bn as bribes to public officials in 2023 – NBS

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) says more than N700 billion was paid in cash as bribes by citizens to public officials in 2023. In its report, titled, ‘NBS Corruption in Nigeria:... Read more »
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Yobe State Governor, Buni swears in 2 commissioners

Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni has vowed that this administration will not tolerate favouritism in appointments. Buni gave the assurance shortly after administering oaths of office and allegiance to two... Read more »
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Local Government Autonomy: Abia State Workers Rejoice, Sings Tinubu’s Praises (Video)

After the Supreme Court yesterday gave a landmark judgment granting financial autonomy to Local Government Councils across the country, local government workers in Abia state were captured on video rejoicing and singing... Read more »
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President Tinubu Promises New Minimum Wage, Says Structure Needs Review

President Bola Tinubu says a new minimum wage will be fixed after reviewing the “structure” of the wage bill. Tinubu spoke on Thursday while addressing the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress... Read more »
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Nigeria Paying for Consequences of N27 Trillion Ways and Means Loan – Cardoso

Olayemi Cardoso, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), says the country is paying for the consequences of the N27 trillion ways and means loan. On May 23, 2023, the senate... Read more »