UK Government to Classify Extreme Misogyny as Form of Extremism in New Counter-Terror Strategy
The UK government plans to classify extreme misogyny as a form of extremism under a new initiative, the Home Office has announced. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has initiated a review of the country’s counter-extremism strategy to address the growing threat of harmful ideologies. This review will specifically examine the rise of misogyny as one of […]
FG to Subsidize Electricity for Universities, Public Hospitals, Excludes Private Businesses
The Federal Government has announced plans to begin subsidizing electricity costs for universities and health institutions connected to Band A feeders. This development was disclosed by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, during a radio program broadcasted on multiple stations in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Saturday. Adelabu clarified that while the government will provide subsidies […]
Nigeria Police Force Refutes Allegations of Officers’ Protest Over Unpaid Salary Increase
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has strongly refuted allegations that its officers staged a protest over unpaid promotional salary increase. The NPF clarified that the responsibility for police salaries lies with the Federal Ministry of Finance, not the police force itself. This clarification follows reports that a group of officers, identifying themselves as the Concerned […]
Tinubu Ordes Cut in Nigeria’s Delegation to UN General Assembly
President Bola Tinubu has ordered a significant reduction in the size of Nigeria’s official delegation for the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, USA. The Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, announced this directive on Saturday during a one-day retreat organized for heads of government agencies under the State […]
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 […]
