Former FBI Informant Faces New Tax Evasion Charges Amid Ongoing Legal Battle
Alexander Smirnov, a former FBI informant already facing charges related to alleged false claims about President Joe Biden and his son Hunter, has been indicted on additional tax-related charges, according to court records unsealed Tuesday in California federal court. The new indictment alleges that Smirnov evaded taxes on more than $2 million in income from […]
CBN Hikes Interest Rate to 27.50% to Curb Inflation
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has raised the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) to 27.50%, up from 27.25%, as part of efforts to combat rising inflation. This decision, announced by CBN Governor Yemi Cardoso during the year’s final Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting in Abuja on Tuesday, was unanimously approved by MPC members. Despite the […]
Kano State Implements ₦71,000 Minimum Wage for Civil Servants
The Kano State Government has begun implementing the newly approved ₦71,000 minimum wage for civil servants, with workers receiving their November salaries reflecting the new pay structure. This move fulfills a recent commitment made by the government to improve workers’ welfare. As per the state’s tradition, salaries were paid on the 25th of the month. […]
EFCC Arrests Ex-Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Over Alleged N190 Billion Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello on charges of corruption and financial mismanagement during his tenure. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale revealed that Bello is currently being interrogated and will remain in custody until his court arraignment. The former governor is accused of laundering […]
Tinubu Visits France for High-Level Talks with Macron
President Bola Tinubu will embark on a three-day state visit to France starting today, Wednesday, December 27, following an invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations and explore new partnerships in key sectors, including agriculture, security, education, health, youth empowerment, innovation, and energy transition. Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu’s Special Adviser […]
Port Harcourt Refinery Operating at 70% Capacity, Says NNPC
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced that the rehabilitated old Port Harcourt refinery is now operating at 70% of its installed capacity, with plans to increase output to 90% in the near future. The Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) consists of two refineries: the old refinery with a capacity of 60,000 barrels […]
Protests Escalate in Islamabad as Supporters of Imran Khan Clash with Security Forces
Supporters demanding the release of imprisoned former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan broke through security barricades in Islamabad on Tuesday, leading to violent clashes with authorities that have resulted in at least six deaths. Protesters defied government warnings, including threats of live gunfire, as they confronted security forces in the capital. Among the dead were […]
Tech Giants Urge Australia to Rethink Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Tech giants Google and Meta have called on the Australian government to postpone a proposed bill that would ban children under 16 from accessing most social media platforms. The companies argue that more time is needed to assess the bill’s implications and await the results of an ongoing age-verification trial. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s government […]
Trump Threatens Tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada to Combat Immigration and Drug Smuggling
President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to impose significant tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada on his first day in office to pressure them into addressing illegal immigration and drug smuggling into the United States. Trump stated he would sign an executive order implementing a 25% tariff on all goods from Mexico and Canada immediately after […]
Tinubu’s Administration of Bypassing National Assembly in Jet Purchase — Sen. Abaribe
Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South Senatorial District, has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of bypassing the National Assembly in the acquisition of a new presidential jet. Speaking on Channels TV’s Politics Today on Monday, Abaribe revealed that he was neither informed nor consulted about the decision. Criticizing the lack of transparency, Abaribe stated, “I am in […]
