Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on religious leaders to advocate for tolerance and understanding among Nigerians. He made this appeal during the 38th National Maulud celebration of Sheikh Ibrahim Niass at the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja. Mr. Shettima emphasized the importance of religious leaders and their followers engaging in efforts to comprehend one…
The All Progressive Congress (APC) suffered a significant setback in Kano as several Local Council chairmen elected under its banner abandoned the party for the ruling New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in the state. The defection took place during a ceremony at Coronation Hall, Government House, Kano, where the defectors renounced their loyalty to APC…
The Confederation of All Progressives Congress (APC) support group has accused prominent opposition leaders in Nigeria of hoarding their wealth while the country’s citizens suffer. At a news conference in Abuja, the group’s director-general, Mohammed Kailani, specifically targeted Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, and Atiku Abubakar of the…
The Kwara State Government has provided 10,000 bags of 10kg rice as palliatives to labour unions for distribution to their members, aiming to support workers amidst Nigeria’s efforts to reduce the cost of consumer goods. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq initiated this palliative following discussions with the leadership of organised labour unions and other stakeholders earlier in…
President Bola Tinubu has urged the Nigerian Army to avoid actions that could threaten Nigeria’s democracy. He made this plea during the Diamond Jubilee celebration of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in Kaduna on Saturday, as conveyed by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale. In his address, President Tinubu emphasized the army’s constitutional role in safeguarding Nigeria’s…
The federal government has established a committee to investigate recurring complaints about insufficient gas supply to power Nigeria’s thermal electricity generation plants and to propose solutions. This move is part of the government’s efforts to address these challenges, according to a statement by Chris Ugwuegbulam, the Deputy Director of Press and Public Relations. Despite Nigeria’s…
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has criticized the Monday sit-at-home observed in the Southeast, describing it as a sign of laziness contrary to the hardworking nature traditionally associated with the Igbos. Kalu made these remarks during the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) and Peace…
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umar Radda, has launched the distribution of N4.054,795,838 billion Improvement Grants to 150 selected primary schools in the state. The funds, disbursed under the “Transforming Education System at State Level (TESS)” program, aim to enhance the educational infrastructure and facilities in these schools. The flag-off event took place at Shagumba…
Foreign Ministers of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have gathered in Abuja, Nigeria, for a crucial meeting to discuss pressing regional issues following the recent withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger Republic from the regional body. The meeting aims to address the implications of the withdrawal and explore broader strategies for…
The Speaker of the House of Representatives has announced the House’s support for the government’s efforts to provide emergency food aid in response to the current surge in food prices. During a press briefing at the National Assembly Complex on Thursday, Speaker Abbas, accompanied by several lawmakers, expressed solidarity with Nigerians facing hardship due to…