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Wike ignores critics, vows to take necessary action on land grabbing

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has strongly rejected allegations of land grabbing in Abuja, categorically stating that he is not involved...

Aging pipelines hurt Nigeria’s oil revenue – CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has identified the deteriorating state of Nigeria’s oil infrastructure as a key factor behind the significant decline in oil revenue recorded during the...

Sokoto Bombing: Military blames villagers, Ex-Gov calls for probe

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has delivered a strong caution to civilians about the dangers of sheltering suspected criminals, stating that...

Bauchi Governor criticizes Tinubu’s tax reform as anti-North

The Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, has openly criticized the tax reform policies recently introduced by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He described...

Tinubu consoles Governor Namadi

President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi following the passing of his mother, Hajia Maryam Namadi. In a statement released...

Dangote reduces petrol prices due to market forces

The President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has provided detailed insights into the factors influencing the recent reduction in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor...

Bus injures 22 in Christmas celebration incident

Tragedy struck during the Christmas day celebration in Gombe State as a commercial...

Kennedy Ohanenye speaks on her removal as Tinubu’s minister

Former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has opened up about her recent dismissal by President Bola Tinubu, stating that she is unaware of the specific reasons...

Military explains Sokoto bombings

Military authorities have responded to allegations of a military fighter jet bombing civilian communities in Silame Local Government Area of Sokoto State, providing detailed...

Ibadan Stampede: Olori Naomi, Oriyomi Hamzat face murder charges

The tragic stampede at Islamic High School, Bashorun, Ibadan, on December 18, 2024, has resulted in murder charges against Olori Naomi Silekunola Ogunwusi and broadcaster Alhaji...

EFCC Chair Praises Tinubu's Anti-Corruption Drive in Christmas Message

Ola Olukoyede, the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has expressed profound commendation for President Bola Tinubu, acknowledging his bold,...

Dele Farotimi freed from custody

Nigerian human rights lawyer and activist, Dele Farotimi, has been officially released from prison after successfully fulfilling the stringent bail conditions set by the court. Reports...

Dele Farotimi denies lying about Afe Babalola

Embattled human rights lawyer and activist, Dele Farotimi, has reiterated his unwavering commitment to truth, transparency, and integrity in his advocacy work while addressing his supporters...

Kwara NLC advocates 50% tax cut for workers

Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to introduce a 50 percent reduction in the new tax policy for workers in Kwara State, as a means...

President Tinubu has increased the minimum wage to ₦70,000 as part of efforts to combat corruption

In his first presidential media chat on Monday, President Bola Tinubu emphasized the destructive impact of corruption in all its forms, calling it harmful to the people. He explained that...

Labour opposes N935/Litre petrol price, demands reduction

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and several Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have voiced their opposition to the recent reduction in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit...

FG issues 6-month ultimatum to banks, Telcos over ₦250bn USSD debt

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), as part of their regulatory functions under the Federal Government of Nigeria,...

Tinubu claims meeting obligations without using NNPC funds

President Bola Tinubu has disclosed that, over the past three months, his administration has successfully met Nigeria’s financial obligations without relying on remittances from the Nigerian...