ICPC Questions Ex-Minister Chris Ngige Over Contract and Job Racketeering Allegations
Former Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, has been questioned by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over allegations of contract irregularities and job racketeering during his tenure. According to Daily Trust, Ngige was invited to clarify matters related to contracts awarded under the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) […]
Governor Buni and Defence Chief Strategize to Counter Rising Terrorism in Yobe State
On Wednesday, Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni met with Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa to address the escalating terrorist attacks in the state. The meeting, held in Abuja and following a prior discussion with the Chief of Army Staff, focused on enhancing security measures. Governor Buni voiced his concerns over recent terrorist […]
Clark Urges IGP to Arrest Wike for Treason, Citing Threats to PDP Governors
Elder statesman and Niger Delta leader, Chief Edwin Clark, has called on Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to arrest the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on charges of treason. Clark’s demand followed Wike’s alleged threats to incite violence in states controlled by Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), after their […]
Nigeria Customs Service Delays Duty Waiver on Food Imports Despite Presidential Order
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has not yet implemented the presidential directive for a 150-day duty-free import period on food commodities, intended to combat food inflation. Announced by the federal government on July 8, 2024, the policy remains inactive two months later. The waiver, part of the Presidential Accelerated and Stabilisation Advancement Plan, was designed […]
INEC Chairman Calls for Enhanced Civil Society Oversight on Party Primaries and Local Elections
Professor Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has urged civil society organizations (CSOs) to increase their oversight of political party primaries and local government elections. During a meeting with a coalition of CSOs led by Yinusa Ya’u at INEC’s headquarters on Wednesday, Yakubu highlighted the critical role of party primaries in […]
Rhodes-Vivour: LP Will Win Lagos Gubernatorial Election in 2027
Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Labour Party’s 2023 governorship candidate in Lagos, has expressed confidence that the party will secure victory in the 2027 gubernatorial election in the state. Speaking at an extended Stakeholders’ meeting of the Labour Party in Umuahia, Abia State, Rhodes-Vivour emphasized the party’s strengthened position to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) […]
Kwara Governor Introduces Free Buses in Ilorin Amid Transport Fare Hike
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has introduced free bus services to assist commuters affected by the fare increase. The cost of transport has skyrocketed, with some routes seeing fares jump from N500 to N1,500, as tricycle operators strike in protest of soaring fuel prices. Fuel stations in the state capital were reportedly selling fuel for […]
President Tinubu Advocates for Multilateralism to Secure Global Peace at FOCAC
At the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in Beijing, President Bola Tinubu urged global leaders to embrace multilateralism and move away from protectionist policies to foster lasting peace, security, and stability. Representing ECOWAS as Chairman, Tinubu stressed that addressing global challenges like food insecurity and armed conflict requires partnerships rooted in mutual respect, fairness, […]
ICC Chief Prosecutor Calls for Arrest Warrants Against Israeli and Hamas Leaders, Emphasizes Equal Justice for Alleged War Crimes
The International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, has emphasized the need for visible justice following his request for arrest warrants against Israel’s Prime Minister and Defence Minister. Speaking to the BBC, Khan stressed the importance of holding all nations to the same standards regarding alleged war crimes, while praising the UK government for withdrawing […]
SEC Approves Crypto Exchanges to Boost Youth Engagement in Nigeria’s Market
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) clarified on Wednesday that its recent approval-in-principle for two cryptocurrency exchanges aims to provide Nigerian youths with an opportunity to engage in the capital market. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that on Thursday, SEC granted Busha Digital Ltd. and Quidax Technologies Ltd. approval-in-principle to begin operations under […]
