Yoruba Nation: UK Did Not Support Sunday Igboho’s Petition – FG
The Federal Government has clarified that the petition submitted by Yoruba nation agitator Mr. Sunday Adeyemo, also known as “Sunday Igboho,” to the United Kingdom was not endorsed by the UK government. In a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Eche Abu-Obe, described media reports surrounding […]
BREAKING: Nigeria’s Inflation Rises to 32.70% in September, Food Prices Surge
Nigeria’s headline inflation rate rose to 32.70% in September 2024, following two consecutive months of decline in July and August, according to the latest Consumer Price Index report from the National Bureau of Statistics. This marks a 0.55% increase from August’s figure of 32.15%, signaling persistent price pressures across the country. Year-on-year, inflation surged by […]
Customs Extends Verification Exercise for Private Aircraft
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has extended its verification exercise for the recovery of import duties on illegally imported private aircraft by one month, effective from 14 October to 14 November. Its spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada, who announced this extension in a statement yesterday explained that this extension provides an additional window for operators of privately […]
New Basic School Curriculum to Begin Nationwide in January
The new curriculum for basic schools will take effect nationwide from January 2025. Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, who announced this yesterday during a meeting with stakeholders, explained that under the new curriculum, pupils in basic schools will be required to acquire at least two skills, while plans are ongoing to ensure the teachers […]
Dokubo vs. Reuben: Divergent Views on Rivers State Local Government Election Credibility
Two Labour Party leaders in Rivers State, Hilda Dokubo and Prince Favour Reuben, have differing opinions on the credibility of the local government election in the state. Dokubo, the state chairman, stated that the election was peaceful and orderly, while Reuben, the South-South Zonal Chairman, claimed it was hijacked and manipulated by individuals using government […]
Dokubo, Reuben, and Labour Party Leaders Clash Over Rivers Local Government Election
The South-South Zonal Chairman of the Labour Party, Prince Favour Reuben, and the Rivers State Chairman, Hilda Dokubo, have differing opinions regarding the credibility of the local government election held on October 5. Dokubo stated that the election was peaceful and credible, noting that there was no basis for anyone to protest the outcome after […]
Troost-Ekong Slams ‘Disgraceful’ Treatment After 12-Hour Standoff at Libyan Airport
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has condemned the treatment of Nigeria’s senior men’s national football team after they were stranded for over 12 hours at Al Abaq Airport in Libya. Originally scheduled to land in Benghazi for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, the team was redirected to Al Abaq, where they have been […]
FG Denies Responsibility for Petrol Price Hike
Federal Government says it is not responsible for the recent hike in the pump price of petrol, as it can no longer fix prices of petroleum products. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited had raised the pump price of petrol to over N1,000 across regions in the country, except for Lagos which is N998. Reacting […]
I prefer traditional worship to Christianity, Islam — Wole Soyinka
Nobel Laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka has shared his preference for traditional Orisa worship over Christianity and Islam, citing a deeper connection to Orisa’s faith. He described Orisa worship as more artistic, creative, and mysterious compared to the other religions. In an interview with CNN’s Larry Madowo, Soyinka explained, “I was fortunate to be born in […]
NLC demands immediate reversal of New Fuel Pump Price
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has condemned the latest hike in the pump price of petrol, calling for its immediate reversal. In a statement late yesterday, its President, Joe Ajaero, criticised the federal government’s decision to raise fuel prices yet again without providing adequate relief measures for struggling Nigerians. The NLC also picked holes in […]
