Minister Enoh Calls for Bold Action to Promote Made in Nigeria Goods
The Minister of State for Industry, Trade, and Investment, Senator John Owan Enoh, has expressed concern over the inadequate promotion of Made in Nigeria goods, despite policies like Executive Orders 3 and 5. Speaking during a meeting with the Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN) in Lagos, Enoh emphasized the need for decisive action to […]
Deji Adeyanju Apologizes to PDP Leaders Over Defamatory Podcast Remarks
Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has issued a formal apology to the acting National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Damagun, and the acting National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, over alleged defamatory remarks he made during a podcast interview. In the interview, Adeyanju accused Damagun of serving tea and Anyanwu of serving ‘Kilishi’ […]
Tinubu Approves Salary Hike, Pension Payments for Nigerian Armed Forces
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a salary increment for Nigeria’s armed forces and authorized the payment of three months’ salary arrears. The announcement was made on Friday by Bello Matawalle, Minister of State for Defence, through a statement from the ministry’s spokesperson, Henshaw Ogubike. The government has also released funds to settle outstanding pensions […]
Police Closing In on Suspect in Fatal Shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson
New York City police are reportedly narrowing down the identity of the suspect in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Investigators believe the shooter arrived in New York City from Atlanta via bus last month, law enforcement sources told ABC News. The suspect is believed to have traveled through the Port Authority Bus […]
Imran Khan Calls for Rally, Threatens Civil Disobedience Over Supporters’ Detention and Protest Deaths
Pakistan’s imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan has called on his supporters to hold a rally in Peshawar on December 13, threatening to launch a civil disobedience movement the following day if his demands are not met. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, Khan demanded the release of detained political workers and […]
Suspected Arson Attack Engulfs Melbourne Synagogue; Prime Minister Denounces “Act of Hate”
Worshippers were forced to flee for their lives early Friday morning as Melbourne’s Adass Israel Synagogue in Ripponlea was set ablaze in a suspected arson attack. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned the incident as an “act of hate” and pledged federal support to bring the perpetrators to justice. Firefighters responded to the blaze shortly after […]
South Korea in Turmoil as President Yoon Faces Impeachment Over Martial Law Scandal
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces an escalating political crisis after ordering the arrest of prominent political leaders, including his own party’s leader, Han Dong-hoon, during his controversial martial law declaration earlier this week. The arrest list also included Lee Jae-myung, the leader of the main opposition Democratic Party, and three opposition lawmakers, according […]
Senate Declares Power Sector Privatisation a “Total Failure” Orders Probe Into Grid Collapses
The Senate has slammed the privatisation of Nigeria’s power sector, implemented 11 years ago, labeling it a “total failure” due to the persistent lack of reliable electricity nationwide. Lawmakers hinted at the possibility of repealing the policy during deliberations on Thursday. The criticism arose during the review of a report by the Senate Standing Committee […]
NNPC Partners with US to Drive Methane Abatement and Climate Goals
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced a partnership with the United States Department of State to advance methane abatement initiatives aimed at reducing emissions in Nigeria’s energy sector. In a statement on Thursday, NNPC disclosed that Mele Kyari, its group chief executive officer, hosted Robert Leahman, Global Methane Programme Manager at the […]
Sultan of Sokoto Advocates Girl-Child Education, Debunks Islam Misconceptions
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has reiterated that Islam supports girl-child education, calling it crucial for societal progress. He made this statement on Thursday in Bauchi during the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project, organized by the Ministry of Education with World Bank support. Addressing misconceptions about Islam’s stance […]
