Category: Fact Check

Normalcy returned to N’Djamena, Chad’s capital, on Thursday after a deadly attack on the presidential palace claimed 19 lives, according to official reports. The incident, which occurred Wednesday night, involved an armed group of 24 individuals launching an assault on the palace’s security personnel. Authorities reported that the attackers were armed with weapons, machetes, and…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the immediate suspension of approvals for the extension of export proceeds repatriation. This directive, issued via a circular dated January 8, 2025, applies to both oil and non-oil export transactions. The apex bank stated that the measure is aimed at ensuring strict compliance with existing foreign exchange…

Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, to explain why the implementation of the proposed Expatriate Employment Levy (EEL) should not be halted. The ruling followed an ex-parte motion filed by a plaintiff represented by…

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has issued a stern ultimatum to contractors handling critical road projects across Nigeria, emphasizing the urgency of delivering results in line with government timelines. During an inspection tour on Wednesday, Umahi expressed concerns about delays and underperformance on several ongoing projects, particularly in the South-East and South-South regions. At…

The Department of Anti-Prostitution, Adultery, and Fornication of the Niger State Liquor and Licensing Board has vowed to ramp up its campaign against immoral activities across the state. At the same time, it has announced plans to intensify its crackdown on illegal liquor operations. This was revealed by Yahaya Halidu, the Director General of the…

Kehinde Fajobi Tension escalated in Rivers State as the Martin Amaewhule-led House of Assembly overrode Governor Siminialayi Fubara’s veto on three critical bills, setting the stage for a showdown between the legislative and executive arms of government. The bills—Rivers State Education (Return of Schools) (Amendment) Bill, Rivers Electricity Market Bill, and Rivers State Commissions of…

Kehinde Fajobi Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has expressed frustration over the absence of tangible development across the state’s 18 local government areas despite receiving ₦83 billion in federal allocations over the past year. The governor made the remarks on Thursday during a visit by the Acting Chairman of Akoko-Edo Local Government Area, Alabi Oshionogue,…

Kehinde Fajobi Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, also known as Sunday Igboho, has reiterated his stance that if Nigeria cannot remain united, its ethnic groups should be allowed to separate. In a video shared on Thursday from a UK airport, Igboho blamed corruption and insecurity for Nigerians’ loss of pride in their citizenship. He said,…

Kehinde Fajobi The Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has issued an order preventing all commercial banks in Nigeria from releasing or dealing with $225.8 million linked to Nduka Obaigbena, chairman of THISDAY Media Group and Arise News Channel. The order also includes assets held by Obaigbena’s family members, Efe Damilola Obaigbena and Olabisi Eka…

Kehinde Fajobi The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) has confirmed its preparedness to handle any potential outbreak of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) following reports of the virus circulating in China. Prof. John Obafunwa, Director-General of NIMR, assured the public in a statement on Thursday that the institute was closely monitoring the situation. He emphasised…

Pope Francis issued a heartfelt appeal on the 9th of January, 2025, urging the world to embrace dialogue as a means to avert the looming threat of a global war. Speaking at a New Year’s reception for foreign ambassadors, the Pope expressed deep concern about the “increasingly concrete threat of a world war,” emphasizing the…

Kehinde Fajobi Rivers State Governor Siminalaye Fubara has officially recognised Asari-Dokubo Dabaye Amakiri (I) as the Amayanabo of Elem Kalabari, presenting him with the staff of office and certificate of recognition. The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) has hailed the installation, praising Dokubo for his past leadership as IYC President and his ongoing fight for justice…

Kehinde Fajobi Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, was visibly unsettled by probing questions from Senators during the 2025 budget defence on Thursday. Faced with intense scrutiny over the implementation of the 2024 budget, particularly its capital expenditure, Edun urgently asked the Appropriations Committee to hold a closed-door session for…

In a ceremony brimming with prestige and honor, President Bola Tinubu elevated his Aide-de-Camp, Lieutenant Colonel Nurudeen Yusuf, to the distinguished rank of Colonel. The event, held on the 9th of January, 2025, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, was graced by notable dignitaries, including Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq and Yusuf’s wife, among others.…

The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the Academic and Non-Academic Staff Unions in Bauchi State-owned tertiary institutions has announced a suspension of its indefinite strike. In an emergency congress convened at the ASUP Secretariat of Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic (ATAP) on the 9th of January, 2025, JAC Chairman Abubakar Ahmed revealed that the strike will…

Kehinde Fajobi Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, has urged governors in the southwest to take decisive action against the reported influx of bandits into the region. The group made this call in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Jare Ajayi, on Thursday in Ibadan, Oyo State. The warning follows a recent revelation by…

Kehinde Fajobi BudgIT, a civic-tech organisation focused on transparency in Nigeria, has raised concerns about significant omissions and irregularities in the proposed 2025 Federal Government budget. In a statement issued on Thursday, Communications Associate Nancy Odimegwu pointed out that key agencies, including the National Judicial Council (NJC) and TETFUND, were missing budget breakdowns. Furthermore, budgets…

Kehinde Fajobi A violent clash broke out in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, on Thursday between suspected members of the Oodua Peoples Congress (OPC) and motorcycle riders, creating tension in the Atikankan area. Sources suggest the clash stemmed from two issues: one group claimed the incident was a response to the death of a motorcycle ticketing…

Kehinde Fajobi Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has raised concerns over the alarming rise in crimes, particularly kidnappings, across Nigeria. In a post on his X handle on Thursday, the former Anambra State governor described the situation as worrisome, noting that no one is spared from the wave of kidnappings and killings…

Kehinde Fajobi The National Boundary Commission (NBC) has called for peaceful coexistence between border communities in Abia and Cross River states following violent clashes over a boundary dispute. Tensions escalated between the Isu community in Arochukwu Local Government Area of Abia and the Ukwa Mbiabong Ukwa Eburutu community in Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross…