Chief Whip of the Senate, Mohammed Ali Ndume, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to issue an Executive Order aimed at curbing the rise of unexplained wealth in Nigeria. In a recent interview, Ndume praised President Tinubu’s directive for all proceeds from crude oil sales to be deposited into a Central Bank of Nigeria…
Amid the current security challenges facing Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu’s media aide, Bayo Onanuga, has called on the media to exhibit caution in their reporting. Onanuga emphasized the media’s role in promoting constructive government actions and offering positive criticism in the national interest. Expressing concern over sensationalized headlines portraying a grim security situation, Onanuga cautioned…
President Bola Tinubu has allocated $700 million to fund seven road projects aimed at enhancing business activities and logistics services at the Lekki Deep Sea Port, as part of ongoing efforts to support key investments like the Lekki port and tap into Nigeria’s maritime potential. Abiodun Dabiri, the Chairman of the Lekki Free Trade Zone,…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) experienced an unprecedented event yesterday as three member countries—Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—announced their withdrawal from the regional bloc. This marks the first time in the organization’s history that multiple nations have simultaneously exited. The joint statement issued by the three countries cited concerns that ECOWAS no…
Pope Francis has expressed optimism regarding the gradual acceptance of his decision to allow blessings for same-sex couples, except in Africa where opposition remains strong among bishops and many others. In an interview published on Monday, the Pope acknowledged that while critics of the blessings, apart from in Africa, may eventually come around to his…
The Osun State Government has attributed the significant number of out-of-school children in the state to the neglect of the education sector during the administration of former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola. In response, the government plans to recruit 6,000 teachers for public primary and secondary schools by June 2024. Kolapo Alimi, the Commissioner for Information and…
The Lagos State Government’s recent directive to traditional medical practitioners has sparked debate within the community. While the government aims to curb quackery and establish a comprehensive database of practitioners, some argue that the registration process may pose a burden on legitimate practitioners. The threat of sanctions and facility sealing for non-compliance has raised questions…
Improved internet access in Nigeria and Tanzania has reportedly contributed to a significant reduction in poverty rates, according to a recent brief released by the World Bank. The brief, titled “Digital transformation drives development in Africa,” highlights the positive impact of increased internet exposure on poverty reduction and economic participation in these countries. The World…
The IPC’s Centre for Safety and Protection of Journalists (I-CSPJ) has expressed deep concern and disapproval following reports of a police invasion at ABN TV during a live program titled “Youth Rendezvous” on Tuesday. The incident resulted in the forced arrest of a guest, Mr. Udensi Donald. According to I-CSPJ’s field monitor, police officers stormed…
A tragic explosion in Ibadan, Oyo State, has led to the loss of lives, destruction of property, and injuries. Among the victims were individuals, including a UK returnee, who lost their lives, while houses were reduced to rubble, and vehicles were destroyed. Governor Seyi Makinde swiftly ordered hospitals to treat the injured and hotels to…