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The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has encouraged his daughters to defend themselves if subjected to physical abuse by their husbands. Speaking at the National Dialogue Conference on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) at Bayero University Kano, he stressed the need to end domestic violence and highlighted its prevalence in Kano’s Shari’a courts. The conference, themed…

The Naira has regained value against the US dollar in the official foreign exchange market, just 24 hours after experiencing a depreciation. Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) exchange rate data for Tuesday revealed that the Naira strengthened to N1,525 per dollar, up from N1,538.50 on Monday. This marks a gain of N13.5 compared to the…

This report is based on information gathered from black market FX operators. Specifically, the traders noted that they buy FX from customers at an average of N1650/$1 and sell for N1665/$1. However, they added that the rate could sometimes vary depending on the transaction, cash, or transfer form. that is to say, you will likely…

Google on Tuesday released its annual ‘2024 Year in Search’ report, spotlighting Bobrisky, Beta Edu, Shallipopi, and Ogechi lyrics as some of the top trending searches in Nigeria this year. NewsNGR reports that Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade, Communications and Public Affairs Manager for Google West Africa, announced the findings in a statement. He explained that the Year…

The Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, has ordered the remand of human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi, in prison custody. Farotimi was returned to custody after the court adjourned the hearing of his bail application to December 20, 2024, Naija News reports. His arraignment follows allegations of defamation leveled against him by Senior Advocate of…

A Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama has ordered the remand of former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, in Kuje Prison pending his trial over an alleged ₦110 billion fraud. Justice Maryann Anenih issued the ruling on Tuesday after adjourning the trial to February 25, 2025. Bello, who served as Kogi State Governor…

The following applicants are invited to attend the Year 2024 Nigerian Air Force Direct Short Service Commission Zonal Enlistment Aptitude Test at SAM ETHNAN AIR FORCE BASE, IKEJA, on 14th December 2024, by 7:00 AM. Applicants are required to report with the following: Please note that mobile phones, smartwatches, and other smart electronic devices are…

The lawyer representing embattled Nigerian singer Speed Darlington, Stan Alieke, has confirmed that the legal case involving the controversial artist and fellow singer Burna Boy has been formally charged to court. NewsNGR reports that Darlington was re-arrested by police in Owerri, Imo State, after returning to Nigeria for a show. He was subsequently transferred to…

The naira settled at N1,538.50 per dollar in the foreign exchange market on Monday, marking its first depreciation after a streak of appreciation. According to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s forex data, the naira stood at N1,538.50 per dollar, a slight drop from N1,535 recorded on Friday, reflecting a N3.5 depreciation. In the parallel market,…

Benue State to Conduct Livestock CensusThe Benue State Government has announced plans to carry out a census of livestock and their owners to address farmers/herders clashes and criminal activities. Dr. Aondoakaa Asambe, Principal Special Assistant to the Governor on Livestock Development, revealed this during an assessment tour in Makurdi. Governor Alia on External Loan PaymentsGovernor…

The father of Ebonyi State Governor, Chief Ezekiel Nwifuru Nwankpu, who has 30 wives, has been crowned the traditional ruler of the Oferekpe Agbaja Autonomous Community in Izzi Local Government Area of the state. It was reported that Ezeogo Nwifuru Nwankpu initially married 30 wives, but over time, those who could not bear children left…

Princess Zainab J. Ado Bayero, the daughter of the late Emir of Kano, HRH Alhaji Ado Bayero, has raised alarm over an alleged hostage situation involving her family in Lagos. The filmmaker and women’s rights advocate revealed to Vanguard that as of December 8, 2024, her mother and brother, Ahmed Tijjani Ado Bayero, were being…

Nigerian celebrity dancer, Lil Smart, has made serious allegations against popular musicians Naira Marley and Zinoleesky. Idowu Smart Emmanuel, better known as Lil Smart, accused Azeez Adeshina Fashola (Naira Marley) and Oniyide Azeez (Zinoleesky) of plotting to take his life. In a series of Instagram posts, Lil Smart claimed that the two were trying to…

The naira settled at N1,538.50 per dollar in the foreign exchange market on Monday, marking its first depreciation after a streak of appreciation. According to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s forex data, the naira stood at N1,538.50 per dollar, a slight drop from N1,535 recorded on Friday, reflecting a N3.5 depreciation. In the parallel market,…

This report is based on information gathered from black market FX operators. Specifically, the traders noted that they buy FX from customers at an average of N1600/$1 and sell for N1630/$1. However, they added that the rate could sometimes vary depending on the transaction, cash, or transfer form. that is to say, you will likely…

Premier League referee David Coote has been dismissed by the referees’ governing body, PGMOL (Professional Game Match Officials Limited), following a “thorough investigation” into multiple allegations of misconduct. Coote, 42, was initially suspended on November 11 after a video surfaced on social media allegedly showing him making disparaging remarks about Liverpool and their former manager…

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has released the list of successful candidates invited to participate in the Year 2024 Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Zonal Enlistment Aptitude Test. The test is set to hold on Saturday, 14th December 2024, at 7:00 am, at the Nigerian Air Force Base, Makurdi. Candidates are required to arrive promptly…

The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has issued a stern warning to its officers in Kaduna State, vowing to dismiss any personnel found involved in job racketeering. Speaking to staff at the NSCDC State Headquarters in Kaduna on Monday, Commandant Muhammadu Dansadau, represented by Deputy Commandant Kalu Ndukwe, emphasized the…

The Taraba State Police Command has successfully rescued three abducted individuals from Dutse Mubayu, near the Kona Mountains in Jalingo, the state capital. In a statement issued on Monday, the Command’s spokesperson, Abdullahi Usman, revealed that the victims were kidnapped on December 6, 2024, in Sibre village, Ardo Kola Local Government Area. “At about 2:30…

Judiciary workers in Benue State, under the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), have locked the gates of the state High Court in Makurdi, protesting the government’s failure to include them in the new ₦75,000 minimum wage implementation. NewsNGR reports that during a visit to the court premises, union members barricaded the entrance, preventing access…