Tinubu Promises To Alleviate Nigerians’ Hardships, Says Presidency
The presidency guarantees that President Bola Tinubu is attuned to the concerns of Nigerians and understands their sentiments. Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, asserts that the president consistently recognizes the challenges faced by Nigerians. Onanuga attributes the president’s commitment to alleviating hardship to initiatives like the 50 percent transport fare rebate […]
Gov. Idris: I Won’t Give Room To Detractors
Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris emphasized that his administration remains committed to implementing substantial developmental projects for the people. He stated that unnecessary criticisms from detractors would not divert the focus of his government. He reiterated his stance yesterday at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi while receiving the Kauran Gwandu coordinators groups during their […]
FG Disburses N105.5bn For 260 Roads Repairs Nationwide
The Federal government has allocated N217 billion for the emergency repairs of 260 roads in the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, with N108.5 billion already disbursed. During a meeting with all directors of the Ministry in Abuja on Thursday, Minister of Works, David Umahi, revealed this information. Umahi emphasized […]
FG Extended Free Rail Services For Citizens
The Nigerian Railway Corporation, NRC, on its official website yesterday announced that the Federal Government has extended the free rail services for commuters. The NRC has updated its announcement, extending the free rail service until January 7, 2024, instead of the previously stated January 4. This means that passengers utilizing the NRC’s e-ticketing platform can […]
New Jersey Imam Shot And Killed Outside His Mosque
The imam of a mosque in Newark, New Jersey, was shot and killed early on Wednesday morning by an unknown attacker who remains at large. Authorities said in a news conference that they believe the killing of Imam Hassan Sharif was not motivated by domestic terrorism or “bias”. Mr Sharif was found with multiple gunshot […]
Trump Asks Supreme Court To Overturn Colorado Ban
Donald Trump has asked the US Supreme Court to reverse an unprecedented Colorado ruling that barred him from running for president in that state. Colorado’s top court said last month Mr Trump was not an eligible primary candidate because he had engaged in insurrection over the US Capitol riot. His appeal comes a day after […]
Houthis Defiant After Warning Over Red Sea Attacks
The US, UK and ten other states have warned rebels in Yemen they will face consequences if they continue to attack commercial shipping in the Red Sea. In a joint statement, the group of mainly Western countries called for an immediate end to the attacks. However the Houthis have responded with defiance, vowing to continue […]
Jeffrey Epstein: Prince Andrew And Bill Clinton Named In Court Files
Bill Clinton and the UK’s Prince Andrew are among high-profile figures named in US court papers detailing connections of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The newly-released records form part of a case against Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s girlfriend who has been jailed for helping him abuse girls. Other names include singer Michael Jackson and magician David […]
Sierra Leone Ex-President Koroma Faces Charges In Alleged ‘Coup Attempt’
On Wednesday, Sierra Leone formally charged former President Ernest Bai Koroma with treason and other offenses related to his purported involvement in what authorities describe as an attempted coup on November 26. Koroma, who served as the leader of the West African nation from 2007 to 2018, had previously been under questioning, identified as an […]
Tinubu Revises Revenue Handling, Closes Buhari’s Single Treasury Account
President Bola Tinubu’s administration has issued directives to all federally funded ministries, departments, and agencies, instructing them to remit 100% of their revenues into the Sub-Recurrent Account, a component of the Consolidated Revenue Fund (CRF). This strategic move aims to streamline federal revenue earnings. Outlined in a circular from the Finance Ministry on December 28 […]
