Amosun Accuses Zhongfu International of Dishonesty Amid Controversy Over Seized Nigerian Presidential Jets
Former Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosun has criticized Zhongfu International Investment FXE, the Chinese company involved in the ongoing controversy surrounding the seizure of three Nigerian presidential jets. In a statement released on Saturday, Amosun labeled the firm as dishonest and accused it of attempting to defraud Nigeria. The dispute intensified when Zhongfu International secured […]
President Tinubu Launches NSIA Healthcare Expansion, Retraining Program for 120,000 Health Workers
President Bola Tinubu has inaugurated the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA)-Healthcare Expansion Programme and a retraining initiative for 120,000 frontline health workers, marking significant strides in the nation’s healthcare sector. According to a statement by presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, the Healthcare Expansion Programme is a landmark achievement that will establish 10 world-class healthcare facilities specializing […]
Oyo State Launch ₦1.5 Billion Agribusiness Loan Scheme for Trained Youths
The Oyo State government, in partnership with FCMB Bank, has unveiled a ₦1.5 billion agribusiness loan scheme aimed at empowering youths trained through the state’s Agribusiness Program (YEAP). The initiative will see the state contribute ₦500 million, while FCMB will provide ₦1 billion. At a press briefing in the Governor’s Office in Ibadan, Barrister Olasunkanmi […]
Gov Abdullahi Sule to Establish Nasarawa State Facilities Management Agency
Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has announced plans to establish the Nasarawa State Facilities Management Agency to ensure the sustainability of the extensive infrastructure developments his administration is implementing. The governor made this announcement during an induction and training ceremony organized by the Institute of Global Facilities Management for new members at the Federal Polytechnic, […]
Trump Returns to X, Echoes Reagan in Bid to Reclaim Economic Focus Amid Harris Surge
After nearly a year away from the platform, Donald Trump returned to X this week, addressing his 89 million followers with a pointed question: “Are you better off now than you were when I was president?” The message is a clear nod to Ronald Reagan’s famous line from his successful 1980 campaign, where he asked, […]
Biden Expresses Optimism as Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations Near Breakthrough
President Joe Biden has expressed optimism about the possibility of reaching a Gaza ceasefire deal, stating that the negotiations are closer than ever. Following recent talks, Biden announced that he is sending Secretary of State Antony Blinken to Israel to continue “intensive efforts” to finalize the agreement. Amid concerns over a potential Iranian retaliation following […]
Sokoto Governor Urges Gudu Communities to Aid in Fighting Armed Banditry
Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto has urged residents of Gudu Local Government Area to support authorities by providing crucial information and intelligence to help combat the armed bandits troubling the region. Speaking during a visit to thank the community on Friday, Governor Aliyu emphasized the importance of cooperation between locals and security agencies. “People of […]
NJC Sets Up Probe Panels for 27 High Court Judges Over Alleged Misconduct
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has established four investigation panels to look into allegations of misconduct involving 27 High Court judges. The decision follows a review of 22 petitions against these judicial officers by the NJC’s Preliminary Complaints Assessment Committee. Additionally, the council has issued a letter of caution to Justice O. M. Olagunju of […]
Kano Governor Swears In Major-General Idris as Commissioner for New Ministry
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has officially sworn in Major-General Muhammad Inuwa Idris (rtd) as the newly established Ministry of Home Affairs and Internal Security commissioner. The announcement of this portfolio followed the governor’s inauguration of new boards for Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology, Wudil, Yusuf Maitama Sule University, and Kano […]
Obi-Saraki 2027 Campaign Poster Dismissed as Imaginative Speculation
The Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR) has discredited a circulating 2027 presidential campaign poster featuring Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate, and Bukola Saraki, former Senate President, calling it a “figment of people’s imagination.” Yunusa Tanko, the spokesperson for the group, clarified, “It’s just people’s imagination. There’s no hint of a presidential run, but […]
