Category: Politics

Some former staff members of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have initiated legal action against the apex bank at the National Industrial Court, challenging their recent dismissal. The plaintiffs, represented by Okwudili Abanum in a class action suit, are among those affected by the CBN’s mass layoffs under its recent restructuring initiative. They claim…

Senator Lawal Adamu Usman, representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District, has dismissed the recall threat issued by the Kaduna Elders Forum (KEF) as baseless and politically motivated. In a strongly worded statement on Tuesday, the Senator accused the group of acting as proxies for his political opponents, describing their allegations of non-performance as “infantile outbursts” and…

Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has accused the Bola Tinubu administration of issuing death threats against him, describing the government as authoritarian and intolerant of dissenting views. In a statement posted on his X account, the former Anambra State governor alleged that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) had resorted…

A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Jelili Kayode Amusan, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Princess Kadijat Abike Adebisi Edionseri, popularly known as “Cash Madam.” The respected philanthropist and advocate for women’s empowerment in the state passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, integrity, and selflessness. In a heartfelt…

Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has accused the Bola Tinubu administration of issuing death threats against him, describing the government as authoritarian and intolerant of dissenting views. In a statement posted on his X account, the former Anambra State governor alleged that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) had resorted…

Daud Olatunji Strong Indications have emerged that efforts to actualize the long-anticipated creation of Ijebu State have gained momentum, as the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, held a closed-door meeting with President Bola Tinubu at his Lagos residence on Sunday. Sources revealed that the monarch, known for rarely leaving his palace due to…

Daud Olatunji Strong Indications have emerged that efforts to actualize the long-anticipated creation of Ijebu State have gained momentum, as the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, held a closed-door meeting with President Bola Tinubu at his Lagos residence on Sunday. Sources revealed that the monarch, known for rarely leaving his palace due to…

In a strategic move to bolster customer operations and redefine logistics in Nigeria’s construction industry, Lafarge Africa Plc has empowered its customers with 155 trucks. The initiative aims to enhance supply chain efficiency, reduce emissions, and drive sustainable growth for the company and its partners. The truck allocation, described as transformative, underscores Lafarge Africa’s commitment…

A former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has debunked rumours claiming he has defected from the All Progressives Congress to the opposition Peoples Democratic Party. In a statement shared on his verified X account, formerly known as Twitter, El-Rufai described the reports as baseless and urged Nigerians to dismiss them. He termed the allegations as…

Nigeria’s public debt stock is projected to reach an unprecedented N187.8 trillion by 2025, highlighting the mounting fiscal challenges facing Africa’s largest economy. This comes as the country grapples with rising borrowing costs, a depreciating naira, and aggressive government debt accumulation, according to a report by investment firm Cardinalstone. The report, titled “Pressure to Plateau,”…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed confidence in its ability to produce more state governors and reclaim leadership at the federal level in the 2027 general elections. The party’s National Working Committee (NWC) made this declaration during a visit to the Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, at his country home in Sampou, Kolokuma/Opokuma Local…

President Bola Tinubu, on Saturday, defended his administration’s controversial decision to remove the petrol subsidy, asserting that the move was crucial for Nigeria’s long-term development and economic sustainability. Tinubu, who was speaking during a meeting with stakeholders from the south-east geopolitical zone in Enugu, emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in nation-building. As part of…

The political tension between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, escalated further on Friday as Wike’s media aide, Lere Olayinka, delivered a sharp rebuke to Fubara over his recent remarks. Governor Fubara had, on Thursday, expressed his frustration with alleged provocations from Wike’s camp. Speaking after…

Telecommunications giants in Nigeria, including MTN and Airtel, have proposed a 100% increase in service tariffs to address escalating operational costs. The proposal has been submitted to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for consideration. The Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria, Karl Toriola, disclosed this during an interview on Arise TV, highlighting the severe financial…

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed N23 billion in loans to 128 tertiary institutions and individuals, fulfilling its mandate to support students and institutions in Nigeria. Akintunde Sawyerr, Managing Director of NELFUND, revealed this during a recent briefing in Lagos. He stated that N18 billion of the funds were allocated to institutions, while…

Daud Olatunji  Nigeria’s economy is set for a modest recovery in 2025, driven by six pivotal sectors: agriculture, oil and gas, consumer goods, industrial goods, banking, and telecommunications. This projection is contained in Afrinvest’s “Nigeria Economic and Financial Market Review of 2024 and 2025 Outlook,” which highlights the potential of these sectors to catalyze growth…

 Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, alongside other prominent personalities, ushered in the New Year with celebration and reflection at the residence of Dr. Gbenga Adeoye, a notable philanthropist and community leader, in Ibara GRA, Abeokuta. The event, held on January 1, 2025, brought together an array of distinguished guests from various walks of life, underscoring Abeokuta’s…

Babafemi Ojudu, a former senator and journalist, has revealed how President Bola Tinubu secretly recorded a Jewish lawyer who exposed the looting orchestrated by the late military dictator, Sani Abacha. Ojudu shared this account during an interview with Edmund Obilo while promoting his new book, Adventures of A Guerrilla Journalist. According to Ojudu, the covert…

Nigerdock has signed an agreement with G4S, a leading global integrated security company, to improve, manage, and oversee the security apparatus across Snake Island Port (SIP) and Snake Island Integrated Free Zone (SIIFZ). The engagement of G4S follows a robust security review by Nigerdock to significantly enhance security within the integrated economic hub through world-class risk…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured state governors that the federal government has no intention of encroaching on the autonomy of local government areas (LGAs) in the country. Speaking during a New Year homage in Lagos by members of the Nigerian Governors Forum (NGF) and Vice-President Kashim Shettima, Tinubu emphasized the importance of collaboration and…