The Nigerian Police warns against planned protest today
The Nigerian Police Force has warned against planned demonstrations by certain individuals and groups to hold protests in several parts of the country today, Democracy Day. The Force also placed its Zonal Assistant Inspectors General of Police and State Command Commissioners of Police on red alert, directing that they should “collaborate with other security agencies […]
House of Reps propose the creation of two Vice Presidents
A group of lawmakers in the House of Representatives, have proposed some amendments to the 1999 Constitution which they believe will improve governance in the country. The group led by Ikenga Ugochinyere, member representing Ideato Federal Constituency, proposed a six-year single tenure for the President and the 36 state governors, and an amendment to the […]
Governors propose phasing out of electricity subsidy
The Thirty-Six State governors of Nigeria have recommended the phasing out of electricity subsidy in the country to ensure liquidity in the power sector. This is contained in the Nigeria Governors’ Forum recommendations to the federal government on the state of power in the country, in which it highlighted that over the past 15 years, […]
The Military to parade at Eagles Square Abuja on Democracy Day
The Federal Government has announced a military parade would be held to mark this year’s Democracy Day tomorrow Wednesday at Eagle Square, Abuja. The events, which also commemorate the 25 years of democracy, would be preceded by a symposium at the State House, to be followed by a youth conference in Abuja. A statement by […]
FG warns hotels in Nigeria not to harbour underage girls
The Federal Government has warned hoteliers across the country not to harbour teenagers and underage girls in their facilities or risk being sanctioned. The Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, read the riot acts on Saturday at the ‘Unlock Training and Grants’ ceremony, which saw 200 young entrepreneurs receive N100m. The Minister who said hoteliers […]
Labour awaits President Tinubu’s decision over proposed ₦62,000 New Minimum Wage
President of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, said yesterday that organised labour was awaiting President Bola Tinubu’s response to the proposed new minimum wage, before it’s next line of action. Ajaero said in an interview with The Nation that labour expected the President to make further consultation, before taking a final decision on […]
Super Eagles drop from third to fourth in Group C of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers
The Super Eagles dropped from third to fourth in Group C of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers without kicking a ball after Benin Republic’s 1-0 win over Rwanda in their third game of the group on Thursday. Led by former Super Eagles coach Genort Rohr, Benin leapfrogged Nigeria and South Africa and moved to second […]
Saudi Arabia declares June 16 Sallah day
Saudi Arabia has announced the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent which signaled the beginning of the 12th Islamic month. Consequently, tomorrow will mark the beginning of the holy month. Also, the Hajj pilgrimage for 1445 AH-2024 will commence on Friday, June 14, with the day of Arafah falling on Saturday, June 15. With the […]
Lack of Crude Supply Halts Funding for Nigerian Modular Refineries
International financiers poised to fund the construction of approximately 20 modular refineries in Nigeria have withheld their financial support, citing the lack of guarantees for crude oil supply to these facilities once they are completed. This development poses a significant setback for Nigeria’s efforts to boost its domestic refining capacity and reduce its dependence on […]
Federal Government Plans to Suspend Import Duties on Essential Items to Combat Inflation
The Federal Government is reportedly preparing to suspend the payment of import duties on staple food items, drugs, and other essential goods for an initial period of six months. This initiative, aimed at curbing inflation, is detailed in an Executive Order titled “Inflation Reduction and Price Stability (Fiscal Policy Measures) Order 2024,” The PUNCH reports. […]
