Category: News

.. Aisha Buhari, wife of former President Muhammadu Buhari, joined governors, international diplomats, and cultural enthusiasts from around the world to grace the 2024 Calabar Carnival street party themed ‘Our Shared Prosperity’. The former first lady on Saturday joined the Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq, and Kogi State…

.. The Abuja Central District Superintendent of Assemblies of God Church, Rev. Emeka Eze has charged Nigerians and believers to be thankful for the year 2024 amidst rising prices and Nigeria’s economic hardship. Dr. Eze, who doubles as the resident pastor of Assemblies of God International Worship Centre, Gwarimpa, made the call on Sunday.…

.. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for investigation into a military-like parade staged in honour of President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu, by an amorphous group, Nigeria Cadet Network. In a statement on Sunday by his Media Adviser, Paul Ibe, the former vice president condemned alleged display of firearms by the group…

.. The South Korean government, on Sunday, declared seven days of national mourning for the tragic plane crash at Muan International Airport, South Korea, claiming the lives of 179 persons on board and leaving just two survivors. The crash occurred after the aircraft which was carrying 181 people, veered off the runway during landing…

.. A financial analyst, Kalu Aja has said that taking mortgages is better than living in rented or leased apartments. The expert said this in a post shared on microblogging site, X, formerly Twitter. Kalu made the assertion following a viral video by a financial expert who said a mortgage is not an investment…

The Lagos State Government has said it would challenge the Appeal Court ruling which overturned the conviction of a medical doctor, Femi Olaleye for defiling his wife’s niece. The Babajide Sanwo-Olu-led government said it was heading to the Supreme Court to challenge the judgement and if possible, overturn the Court of Appeal’s decision. The Court…

.. In a major blow to economic saboteurs in the Niger Delta Region, troops of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, have recovered over 90,000 litres of stolen products and dismantled 20 illegal refining sites. The operation, which was conducted in conjunction with other security agencies, took place between December 23 and 29, 2024. According…

.. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, has commended the performance of the Nigerian Customs Service under the leadership of the Comproller-General, Wale Adeniyi. Edun specifically commended the Service for its pivotal role in boosting Nigeria’s economic recovery, as the federal government sets a ₦49tn expenditure target…

.. President of the Chartered Institute of Capital Market Analysts of Nigeria (CMAN), Professor Uche Uwaleke, has called for a strategic reallocation of funds earmarked for the purchase of motor vehicles in the 2025 federal capital budget. According to Uwaleke, data compiled by his research team reveals that 288 government agencies have budgeted approximately…

.. The Nigeria Police Force has rescued 13 kidnapped victims in the Idofin-Igbana area of the Kwara State following a distress call from residents. The police in a statement on Sunday signed by spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, noted that the rescue operation occurred on December 27. Officers of the Kwara command who led the operation…

.. The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arrested four minors for allegedly stealing iron rods from an uncompleted building in the Guzape area. The suspects, identified as Matthew Vincent, 15, Timothy Shedrack 15, Moses Vincent, 11 and Lucky Enock were caught following a complaint made at the Guzape Police Station. The command, in…

.. Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc has secured the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) approval for an additional N75bn in its capital raise. This development marks the final phase of a successful recapitalization effort that began with a private placement in September 2024. The private placement, completed in September 2024, provided a robust foundation…

.. The Nigerian Army has arrested an ammunition courier, Shamsiyya Ahadu, 25, over the possession of 764 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and six magazines. The Troops of 1 Brigade, Sector 2 Operation Fansan Yamma, arrested Ahadu alongside her accomplice, a motorcycle rider named Ahmed Husaini. The army, in a statement on Saturday, revealed…

.. The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has declared Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara Public Office Holder Of The Year. The group described Fubara who has been hailed for standing up to FCT Minister in their political fight as the most significant public office holder in Nigeria for the year 2024. The…

.. The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) closed the week on a positive note, with the All-Share Index (ASI) posting a 0.99 per cent gain on a week-on-week basis. This upward trend, often referred to as the “Santa Claus Rally,” comes as the market wrapped up trading ahead of the Christmas holiday celebrations. The Santa Claus…

.. The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has declared Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara Public Office Holder Of The Year. The group described Fubara who has been hailed for standing up to FCT Minister in their political fight as the most significant public office holder in Nigeria for the year 2024. The…

.. The former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Arc Obong Victor Attah has paid a glowing tribute to the late Mrs Nne Isong, the wife of the one time governor of the Central Bank Of Nigeria (CBN) who died recently. In a letter of commiseration, Attah extolled the virtues of the former First Lady…

Human rights activist, Aisha Yesufu, has blasted the immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, for sharing a critical piece against President Bola Tinubu on X. The piece was authored by US-based Nigerian professor of journalism, Farooq Kperogi. In his weekly column, Kperogi hadaccused Tinubu of governing Nigeria with a Lagos mindset. Kperogi cited…

Police operatives attached to the Gitata Division in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State have raided a kidnappers’ hideout and rescued at least three victims. A statement by the spokesman of the Command, DSP Ramhan Nansel, said the rescue followed information that a Volkswagen Sharon vehicle with three occupants travelling along the Kaduna-Keffi highway…

.. As the clock struck midnight on December 31, 2023, people around the world welcomed the dawn of a new year with hope, optimism, and a list of promises to themselves; a resolution for the new year. A New Year resolution is a promise or commitment that individuals make to themselves to achieve a…