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Gumi Denies Nigerians Fund Terrorism, Criticizes Government List
Controversial Islamic cleric, Sheik Ahmad Gumi, has disagreed with the Federal Government over its recently released list of those linked to terrorism financing in the country.
The Federal Government uncovered the identity of 15…
Police Ramp Up Fight Against Kidnappers, terrorists
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olukayode Egbetokun, on Wednesday, met with delegates of the United States Treasury Department and the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit at the Force Headquarters, Abuja.
The meeting focused…
Alake: New Generation Of Miners Needed For A Thriving Industry
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, has urged mining professionals to groom younger cadres to sustain the development of the nation’s mining sector.
Giving the keynote address at the annual conference of the…
Tinubu Bans Ministers, Officials From Foreign Trips
President Bola Tinubu has banned ministers, heads of agencies, and other government officials from embarking on public funded foreign trips.
The ban will last for three months in the first instance and will take effect on April 1,…
CBN Clears $7 Billion FX Backlog, Boosts Market Confidence
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that all valid foreign exchange backlogs of s$7 billion have now been settled, fulfilling a key pledge of its Governor, Mr. Olayemi Cardosoo.
In a statement on Wednesday, the apex…
Judges in Line for Pay Rise as Reps Pass Salary Increase Bill
In a move aimed at bolstering judicial independence, the House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill proposing a significant increase in salaries, allowances, and fringe benefits for judges and judicial officers across Nigeria.…
Senate Passes Student Loan Act
The Senate has passed the Student Loan Access to Higher Education) Act (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill, 2024.
The passage followed the consideration of a report of the Committee on Tertiary Institutions and Tertiary Education Trust…
Labour Party Denounces NLC Shutdown, Calls Move Illegal
The Labour Party (LP) leadership has described the Nigeria Labour Congress’ (NLC) invasion of its national secretariat as “a criminal act, a misplacement of priority, and an action done in bad fate.”
In a statement issued by the…
African Music on the Rise: Google’s AI Tool, Gemini, Empowers Aspiring Artists
Africa's vibrant music scene is experiencing a surge in popularity, with artists like Burna Boy, Davido, Tiwa Savage, and Wizkid leading the charge. However, navigating the complexities of the music industry can be a challenge,…
NLC Demands Ouster of Labour Party Chairman Abure
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Wednesday stormed the national secretariat of the Labour Party in Abuja to protest the party’s national convention planned for end of this month.
The congress also demanded the sacking of the…
Court Denies Shaibu’s Request to Halt Impeachment Process
Justice James Omotoso of the Federal High Court in Abuja has refused to grant an ex-parte motion filed by the deputy governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, seeking an interim order to stop the impeachment process by the state’s House of…
Senate Implores Nigerian Govt To Compensate Families Of Fallen Soldiers
The Senate has asked the Federal Government to immediately compensate the families of the 17 murdered soldiers.
The request was made during a session on Tuesday, as the senators observed a minute silence in honour of the military…
Zenith Bank Appoints Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji As GMD/CEO
Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON, as Group Managing Director/Chief Executive with effect from June 1, 2024, subject to approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
She takes over from…
Reps Implore President Tinubu To Halt Kanu’s Trial
Some South East members of the House of Representatives, led by Ikenga Ugochinyere, have called on President Bola Tinubu to invoke the relevant sections of the Constitution to discontinue the trial of the detained leader of the…
PATE: Health Minister Faces Probe Over $300m Anti-malaria Funding
The House of Representatives Committee on Anti-Malaria, HIV/AIDS and Tuberculosis on Tuesday gave the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Mohammed Pate, and the Permanent Secretary, Daju Kachollom, a 72-hour ultimatum to appear…