The Federal Government has filed a five-count charge against Seplat Petroleum and 12 of its officials for evading the payment of $37.5 million in stamp duties related to their 2010 acquisition of oil assets. The charges, filed in a Lagos Federal High Court, also include allegations of document forgery involving […]
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Tinubu Appoints Princess Zahrah Mustapha Audu As DG, PEBEC
In a landmark move poised to bolster Nigeria’s economic growth and business environment, President Bola Tinubu has appointed Princess Zahrah Mustapha Audu as the Director-General of the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC). This strategic appointment underscores President Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to empowering visionary leaders and fostering a conducive business ecosystem. Princess […]
“The United States Will Only Recognise Two Genders, Male & Female” – Trump
It will henceforth be the official policy of the United States government that there are only two genders: male and female,” says President Trump.
NCC Approves Tariff Raise For Glo, MTN, Others
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved the request of telecommunications companies to raise tariff. According to Reuben Mouka, spokeman of the commission, the approval was granted In pursuant to its power under Section 108 of the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003 (NCA) to regulate and approve tariff rates and charges by […]
Donald Trump officially sworn in as 47th President of the United States
Donald Trump has been inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States of America, marking his return to the White House for a second term. This marks his unprecedented return to the White House, following his first term as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021. […]
Diezani Denies Ownership Of Repatriated $52.8m Loot, Reveals Owner’s Name
Diezani Alison-Madueke, former Minister of Petroleum Resources, has distanced herself from the $52. 8m recently repatriated to Nigeria from the United States of America (USA). Contrary to reports, the ex-minister, who has been in the United Kingdom (UK) since she left Nigeria, said the money does not belong to her. […]
‘That I Supported It before doesn’t Make It Right’ – Wike opposes State Police
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7X7d0tpI5-w “If you allow state policing today, nobody will oppose any Governor; it’s either you die for murder or for armed robbery.” “The mere fact that you believed or I believed yesterday doesn’t make it right.”
Army Arrests Four IPOB Members, Destroys 23 Illegal Refineries In Niger Delta
The 6 Division, Nigerian Army, said its troops arrested 25 suspected oil thieves, four of whom are members of the disbanded Indigenous People of Biafra. Also, the Army said the operatives destroyed 23 illegal refining sites and recovered 45,000 stolen products in the Niger Delta. The Acting Deputy Director, 6 Division Army […]
Hardship: 70 Million Nigerians To Get ₦75,000 Each
The federal government has concluded arrangements to distribute N75,000 in cash to 70 million Nigerians in a bid to cushion the effects of hardship. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Public Affairs, Hon. Aliyu Audu, in a statement on Sunday, explained that the gesture aligns with President Bola Ahmed […]
I’m Not Igbo – Wike
On Sunday, Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), stated that he does not identify as an Igbo man. He revealed this information during a media chat in Abuja on Sunday while discussing John Azuta Mbata’s election as the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo. A few weeks ago, […]