In Ondo State, a disheartening situation has emerged for members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), particularly those stationed at the orientation camp in Akoko Northeast Local Government, Ikare Akoko. Reports indicate that these corps members have been unfairly relegated to the role of public cleaners, tasked with cleaning the campgrounds in what is…
Presidency Denies Proposing N105,000 as New Minimum Wage The Nigerian Presidency has refuted claims that the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, presented a proposal of N105,000 as the new minimum wage to President Bola Tinubu. Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Strategy, dismissed these…
Saudi Arabia Declares June 16 as Eid al-Adha Day Following Crescent Sighting Saudi Arabian authorities have officially announced June 16, 2024, as the date for celebrating Eid al-Adha (known as Sallah). This decision came after the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent, marking the beginning of the 12th Islamic month. As a result, the holy…
Intending Hajj Pilgrims Arrested in Lagos Hotel Attempting to Smuggle Cocaine The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended four individuals who were preparing to ingest cocaine before their scheduled pilgrimage to Mecca. The suspects, Usman Kamorudeen, Olasunkanmi Owolabi, Fatai Yekini, and Ayinla Kemi, were staying at the Emerald Hotel in Lagos when NDLEA…
Bandit Leaders Deny Arrest of Top Commander in Nigerien Raid Bello Turji, a prominent bandit leader, has refuted claims made by Nigerien authorities regarding the arrest of one of his top commanders, Kachalla Baleri. Turji addressed these allegations in a recently surfaced video, where he appeared alongside Baleri and their followers, visibly armed with rifles….
Intending Hajj Pilgrims Arrested in Lagos Hotel Attempting to Smuggle Cocaine The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended four individuals who were preparing to ingest cocaine before their scheduled pilgrimage to Mecca. The suspects, Usman Kamorudeen, Olasunkanmi Owolabi, Fatai Yekini, and Ayinla Kemi, were staying at the Emerald Hotel in Lagos when NDLEA…
The organization known as Binance is currently undergoing legal proceedings in Nigeria over allegations of illegal cryptocurrency trading. The Nigerian government asserts that due process is being followed in the trial, emphasizing that Binance has consular access and the opportunity to defend itself in court. The government claims that Binance’s operations in Nigeria have led…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) initiated a nationwide strike due to the government’s failure to address various economic issues. The Senate President accused them of economic sabotage, which the NLC refuted, stating the strike was lawful and necessary. They emphasized the importance of strikes in holding those in power accountable…
The government under President Bola Tinubu is considering spending up to N5.4 trillion on fuel subsidies by the end of 2024 to address inflation and boost Nigerians’ purchasing power. This information is revealed in the Accelerated Stabilization and Advancement Plan report presented to Tinubu by the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun. The subsidy expenditure is…
The Enugu State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned Governor Peter Mbah for the demolition of businesses, labeling it as “economic terrorism” against the people of Enugu State. During a tour of the demolition sites, state party leaders denounced the actions, describing them as part of a land-grabbing scheme benefiting political cronies….