NAHCON Announces 2025 Hajj Fares, Urges Timely Registration
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has released the official fares for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia. According to a statement issued today, intending pilgrims from the Southern states will pay ₦8.78 million, those from the Borno and Adamawa zone will pay ₦8.33 million, while pilgrims from the Northern zone will pay […]
PenCom Mandates BVN for Pension Accounts Starting February 1
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has announced the mandatory inclusion of Bank Verification Numbers (BVN) for all Retirement Savings Account (RSA) registrations and data recapture processes, effective February 1. In a circular issued by PenCom’s Head of Surveillance, A.M. Saleem, the commission stated that the move is designed to strengthen the security and integrity of […]
Why Suspended Delta Priest Choose Marriage—Sister
Rev. Fr. Daniel Okanatotor Oghenerukevwe, a suspended Catholic priest from the Diocese of Warri, has renounced his celibacy vows and priestly calling to marry his partner, Dora Chichah, in Dallas, USA. The wedding, held at the Stream of Joy Church on December 29, 2024, occurred without his release from canonical obligations, prompting the Diocese to […]
World Bank Sanctions Nigerian Firms and CEO for Corruption
The World Bank Group has imposed a 30-month debarment on two Nigerian firms—Viva Atlantic Limited and Technology House Limited—and their CEO, Mr. Norman Didam, for unethical practices linked to the National Social Safety Nets Project. The project, aimed at aiding vulnerable households in Nigeria, was compromised during a 2018 procurement and contract process. According to […]
NMA Denies Suspect in EFCC Officer’s Killing is a Medical Doctor
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Anambra State Chapter, has denied claims that the suspect accused of killing an Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) officer in Awka is a medical doctor. In a statement issued Monday by the NMA State Secretary, Dr. Obiaeli Ifeanyi, the association clarified that the suspect, Joshua Chukwubueze Ikechukwu, is neither […]
Catholic Church Suspends Priest Over Alleged Marriage in the U.S.
The Catholic Diocese of Warri, Delta State, has suspended Rev. Fr. Daniel Okanatotor Oghenerukevwe from priestly duties following his alleged marriage in the United States. In a statement titled “Decree of Suspension,” dated January 16, 2025, and released Sunday, the Diocese alleged that Fr. Oghenerukevwe married Ms. Dora Chichah on December 29, 2024, at the […]
How City Planning Principles Can Prevent Structural Failures
1. Introduction to Structural Failures in Urban Environments Structural failures in urban environments refer to the breakdown or collapse of infrastructure components such as bridges, buildings, roads, or water systems. These failures can cause significant safety hazards, economic losses, and disruption of daily life. Understanding their importance is vital for sustainable city development. Common causes […]
U.S. Applauds Nigeria’s Efforts in $52.88M Asset Recovery
The U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, Kurt Campbell, has praised Nigeria for its role in the successful repatriation of $52.88 million linked to forfeited luxury assets, including the Galactica Star Superyacht. The assets were tied to former Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke and her associates. Campbell, during a valedictory call with Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Amb. […]
Federal Government Proposes 30-60% Telecom Tariff Increase
The federal government has proposed a 30-60% hike in telecom tariffs to sustain the telecommunications sector while ensuring affordability for Nigerians, according to the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani. Speaking on Channels Television, Dr. Tijani stated that independent consultants, including KPMG, recommended the tariff adjustment. Rejecting a 100% hike requested by […]
Nigeria’s Inflation Hits 34.80% triggers fear of hardship
The Organised Private Sector (OPS) has raised alarms over Nigeria’s inflation rate, which climbed to 34.80% in December 2024, as reported by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This marks a slight rise from November’s 34.60%, attributed to festive season demand for goods and services. The year-on-year inflation showed a significant increase of 5.87 percentage […]
