Nigerian Gold Sale Boosts Foreign Reserves by Over $5 Million
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, announced on Sunday that the first commercial transaction involving Nigerian gold bars has increased Nigeria’s foreign reserves by more than $5 million. Alake shared this news in a statement on his X handle, detailing the significant milestone achieved through the National Gold Purchase Program (NGPP). The minister […]
Manchester Airport Issues ‘Stay Away’ Alert Following Major Power Outage
Passengers are being advised to avoid Manchester Airport following a “major” power cut that has disrupted numerous flights. The outage, which occurred in the early hours, has impacted baggage and security systems in Terminals 1 and 2. The airport, the largest in the UK outside London, is experiencing large queues. More than ten outbound flights […]
“Russia Dismantles Wagner Group One Year After Mutiny Against Putin”
Experts say that Russia has effectively dismantled and replaced the Wagner Group in the year since the mercenaries shocked the world by launching a mutiny against President Vladimir Putin’s government. On June 23, 2023, Yevgeny Prigozhin, the former leader of the Wagner Group, crossed into Russia from Ukraine and seized the southern city of Rostov, […]
Nigeria Boasts World’s Best Civil Service, Claims Head of Service
Folasade Yemi-Esan, the head of the civil service of the federation, has confidently stated that Nigeria possesses the best civil service in the world. According to a report by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Yemi-Esan made this assertion on Saturday in Abuja during a sporting event organized for workers as part of the 2024 […]
Presidency Urges Nigerians to Embrace Subsistence Farming Amid Rising Food Costs
The presidency has urged Nigerians to adopt subsistence farming to combat the rising cost of food. This call was made by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, during a meeting with the Association of Corporate Online Editors (ACOE) in Abuja. The statement was released by ACOE’s Chairman, Martins Odiete, yesterday. […]
Ogun Establishes New Mining and Landscaping Agencies, Restricts Traditional Rulers’ Land Agreements
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has enacted three Executive Orders to create two new agencies focused on mining and landscaping activities in the state. The new entities are the Ogun State Mineral Resources Development Agency and the Ogun State Landscaping and Recreation Agency. Through these executive orders, Governor Abiodun has prohibited traditional rulers from entering […]
NIMC Warns Against Unauthorized Websites Harvesting Personal Data
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has issued a warning to Nigerians regarding unauthorized websites collecting personal data. This alert was communicated through a statement by Kayode Adegoke, NIMC’s head of corporate communications, on Saturday. On June 20, Paradigm Initiative, a pan-African social enterprise, alerted the public to the sale of national identification numbers (NINs), […]
UK’s Wealthiest Family Members Sentenced for Exploiting Workers in Switzerland
Four members of the UK’s wealthiest family have been sentenced to prison for exploiting staff brought over from India to work at their Geneva villa. Prakash and Kamal Hinduja, along with their son Ajay and his wife Namrata, were found guilty of exploitation and illegal employment by a Swiss court, receiving sentences ranging from four […]
Florida Judge Under Scrutiny in Trump’s Classified Documents Case
The Florida district judge presiding over Donald Trump’s classified documents trial, Judge Aileen Cannon, is facing criticism over a series of controversial rulings related to the case. Already under fire for delaying the trial, which now seems unlikely to occur before November’s election, Judge Cannon’s actions have prompted concerns about potential impacts on the trial’s […]
Red Cross Offices in Gaza Hit by Shelling, Resulting in 22 Deaths
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) reported that its offices in Gaza were damaged by shelling, resulting in the deaths of 22 people who had sought refuge around its compound. According to an ICRC statement, “Heavy-calibre projectiles landed within metres of the office and residences of the International Committee of the Red Cross […]
