The Ministry of Defence (MoD), on Wednesday handed over 20 newly acquired Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs) to the Defence Headquarters to enhance the professional capabilities of troops of the Nigerian Armed Forces….
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Cybersecurity levy: TUC kicks, threatens shutdown
The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has threatened a shut down of the economy over the plan to begin implementation of the 0.5 per cent cyber security levy on electronic transactions….
CBN extends processing fees on cash deposits to Sept. 30
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has extended the suspension of processing fees on deposits within some thresholds. This is according to a statement by Adetona Adedeji, acting Director, Banking Supervision Department…
Electoral irregularities, violence responsible for voter apathy, says Kano CP
The Commissioner of Police in Kano State, Mr Usaini Gumel, said that electoral irregularities, political violence, vote-buying and other malpractices have eroded public trust in the nation’s electoral system. Gumel stated this…
U.S. arms deliveries to Israel halted over Rafah operation included 3,500 bombs – Reports
The U.S. arms deliveries to Israel that were halted last week amid mounting concerns over Israel’s operation in the Gaza Strip’s city of Rafah included 1,800 2,000-pound (907-kilogram) bombs, a senior U.S….
NLC rejects CBN’s cybersecurity levy
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the recent directive by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) of 0.5 (0.005) per cent Cybersecurity Levy on electronic transfers. Mr Joe Ajaero, NLC President…
Senate urges completion of Wudil-Gaya-Dutse Dual Carriageway
The Senate has mandated its Committee on Works to interact with the Minister of Works, toward the completion of the Wudil-Gaya-Dutse Dual Carriageway on Kano Maiduguri Expressway. This followed the adoption of…
Police arrest 3 suspected rapists targeting young women online
The Police Command in Rivers has announced the arrest of a gang allegedly specialised in kidnapping and raping young women in the state. SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the command’s spokesperson, told journalists in…
APC Directs Rivers State Assembly to Initiate Impeachment Proceedings Against Governor Fubara
The opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has instructed the State House of Assembly, led by Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule, to immediately begin impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminilayi Fubara. Chief…
I got N880,000 not N1m after my kidney was removed -16-year-old boy tells court
A 16-year-old boy, on Tuesday, told FCT High Court in Zuba that he was given N880,000 cash by Mr Emmanuel Olorunlaye, in Alliance Hospital, Abuja, after his kidney was removed. The teenager…
No moral justification for stopping N35,000 wage award—Labour
The Organised Labour says there is no moral justification for the Federal Government to stop the payment of monthly N35,000 wage award to workers. Mr Etim Okon, the President of Association of…
Korea to assist Nigeria on security challenge
The Ambassador of Republic of Korea to Nigeria, Mr KIM Pankyu, has promised to explore avenues of assisting Nigeria to tackle the security challenge in the country. He said this at a…
Naira appreciates further, gains by 3.3% Naira
The Naira on Monday further appreciated at the official market, trading at N1,354.21 to the dollar. Data from the official trading platform of the FMDQ Exchange, a platform that oversees the Nigerian…
Hon Jaji disputes masterminding protest against Defence Minister at EFCC premises
By Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau The Zamfara State Honorable member House of Representatives representing Birnin Magaji/Kaura Namoda, Hon. Aminu Sani Jaji, has debunked media reports which accused him of masterminding the protest against…
Zamfara Assembly extends Council Administrator’s tenure
By Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau Zamfara State House of Assembly has confirmed the extension of Zamfara local government councils interim administrators to run the affairs of their councils to the next six months….
SEC considers Naira delisting from cryptocurrency P2P platforms
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says there is the need to delist the Naira from cryptocurrency Peer-to-Peer (P2P) platforms. The acting Director-General, SEC, Dr Emomotimi Agama, said this at a virtual…
Gombe to experience 143 days of rainfall – NiMet
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has said that Gombe State would experience 143 days of rain this season. The Agency stated this during the presentation of its 2024 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP)….
Plateau government injects N327 Million into PLASCHEMA to boost healthcare service
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos The Director-General of Plateau State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (PLASCHEMA), Agabus Mannaseh, said the state government has allocated the sum of 327 million naira towards bolstering health care….
Rep. Abubakar Bichi Settles School Registration Fees for 3000 Students
By Salisu Hamisu Ali The Kabir Abubakar Bichi Foundation, led by Honourable Member Representing Bichi Federal Constituency, has disbursed a total of N81,106,152.83 to cover the registration and tuition fees of over…
30% of Kano inmates empowered with skills to cater for family needs – NCoS
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Kano State Command, says 30 per cent of its convicted inmates have been empowered with various vocational skills to cater for the needs of their families. SC…
Blasphemy: Court to hear cleric’s appeal challenging death sentence May 9
A Kano State High Court Division of Appeal on Monday, fixed May 9, to hear a suit filed by a Kano Cleric,Sheikh Abduljabbar Kabara, who was sentenced to death by hanging for…
Kano Commission Of Inquiry On Political Violence Holds Inaugural Sitting, Pledges Fairness
By Abdullahi Yusuf The Kano State Commission of Inquiry For Political Violence and Cases of Missing Persons that occurred in the state from 2015 to 2023, on Monday held its Inaugural sitting…
Chad holds presidential election after 3 years of military rule
Chad holds presidential election on Monday meant to end three years of military administration and usher in democracy, but instead it appears likely to solidify the interim president’s grip on power. General…
Why Do They Want Mele Kyari Out?
By Abdu Labaran Malumfashi. There is an ongoing campaign by an organisation known as the ‘Tinubu & Shettima National Support Groups’, led by one Mr. Eniola Ehinafe, to have Mele Kyari removed…
Enhanced Human Capital Through Nutrition: Aliko Dangote Foundation highlights role of faith leaders
The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has underscored the pivotal role of religious and traditional institutions in tackling the pressing issues of malnutrition and hunger within Nigeria. Speaking at an event organized by…