Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are currently in the meeting ahead of the National Executive Committee (NEC) slated for Thursday in Abuja. The governors are meeting behind closed-doors at the Akwa Ibom Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro District of the nation’s capital. Governors sighted at the meeting are Similaye Fubara (Rivers), Ahmadu Fintiri (Adamawa), … Read more
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja, on Monday fined Nollywood actress Halima Abubakar N10 million as damages for defaming Apostle Johnson Suleman of Omega Fire Ministries International. In 2022, for several months, the erstwhile famous actress accused the controversial cleric of failing in his promise to marry her. She alleged he afflicted … Read more
It has been two years since gospel music sensation Osinachi Nwachukwu died, but her loved ones and fans are still sad and wonder if justice will ever be served. The circumstances that surrounded Osinachi’s death remain unclear, with many accusations and questions unanswered. Despite the desire to hold those responsible for her death accountable, nothing … Read more
A Nigerian private institution, Baze University, Abuja, has increased fees payable by students, citing an ‘astronomical rise’ in the cost of goods and services. The increments include a 100 per cent rise in hostel fees, a 35 per cent increase in tuition, and Students’ Industrial Working Experience Scheme (SIWES) as well as a 25 per … Read more
The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has queried the payment of N15 billion to Remita, a payment platform, from the Office of the Accountant General for the Federation (OAGF). The committee accused the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and commercial banks of complicity in the sharing of the N15 billion remittance. Chairman of … Read more
To commemorate the 2024 International Women’s Day (IWD), lifestyle journalist, Latasha Ngwube, has hosted a luncheon featuring over 30 women entrepreneurs across different sectors in celebration of the progress gained in gender matters. Themed, “Invest in Women- Accelerate Progress”, the event was held in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, under her brand “LatashaLagos”. Ms Ngwube, an … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to patronise goods made in Nigeria to strengthen the local currency and boost the Nigerian economy. The president made this known in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, in Abuja on Friday. Mr Ngelale noted that the president also assured Nigerians that his … Read more
Following the death of the late Olubadan of Ibadan land, Lekan Balogun, on Thursday, Olalekan Olakulehin, the Balogun of Ibadanland and leader of the ‘military line’ in the Olubadan system is now next in line to ascend the throne. According to the Olubadan chieftaincy declaration, succession and elevation to the throne are achieved through promotion, … Read more
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says it is facing numerous challenges in addressing epidemic-prone diseases in the country.The Director General, Jide Idris, highlighted inadequate funding and substandard healthcare infrastructure as part of the challenges at the state level during a news conference on Saturday in Abuja. The NCDC boss said that … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to uplifting all women, especially those in rural communities, even as he hailed Nigerian women, describing them as “pillars of wealth and power”. Mr Tinubu, who was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, spoke at the unveiling of the Nigeria for Women … Read more
