Author: Kazeem Ugbodaga
CIBN to Nigerians: Nigerian banking system is stable
Olanrewaju emphasised the importance of clarifying rumours that additional bank licenses would be revoked, following the regulatory action taken by…
Gun battle in Enugu: Two IPOB/ESN terrorists shot dead
Ndukwe said that the raid was conducted following intelligence report on the activities of the group in the forest and…
Many SMEs showing apathy towards public procurement system – Lagos PPA DG
The Director-General, however, pointed out that quite a number of SMEs lacked adequate knowledge and understanding of the processes and…
June 12: Abiodun commutes death sentences of 45 inmates to prison terms
He said: "Government has a duty to uphold democratic values by consistently applying principles of mercy, justice, and the rule…
Sanwo-Olu, CSOs, others extol MKO Abiola’s sacrifice for democracy
Sanwo-Olu, who was represented at the event by the Deputy Governor. Dr. Kadri Hamzat emphasized that “as a nation, we…
Police operative under investigation for kidnapping in Edo
Local vigilantes and hunters in the area had reportedly engaged a gang of kidnappers in shootout while attempting to abduct…
Peter Obi reacts to Tinubu’s fall at Eagles Square parade ground
"I was saddened to learn of President Tinubu’s unfortunate fall today. I wish him well. We achieve nothing by gloating…
Sacrifices made by Abiola, others for democracy can never be repaid – Tinubu
"We lost great heroes and heroines along the way. In this struggle, the winner of the June 12, 1993 presidential…
Minimum wage: Tinubu to send bill to National Assembly to enshrine agreement
The president, in his Democracy Day Speech, said the economy had been in desperate need of reform for decades and…
Tinubu salutes heroes, heroines of democracy (Full text of Democracy Day broadcast)
The sacrifices of General Alani Akinrinade, Professor Bolaji Akinyemi, Professor Wole Soyinka, Chief Ralph Obioha, Chief Cornelius Adebayo, among many…
U.S. announces additional $404m humanitarian assistance to Palestinians in Gaza
The statement added that this new funding would provide essential support to vulnerable Palestinians in Gaza, the West Bank and…
Promoting Local Governments’ Autonomy in Nigeria
The local governments if nurtured properly should be the linchpin of economic growth and development. Representative democracy is incomplete without…
We’re ready to collaborate with Coleman Cables to boost power sector – Adelabu
The Minister also stated that the government would support local manufacturers in sourcing foreign exchange for the import content in…
Biden reacts to son’s conviction on federal gun charges
According to Biden, so many families who have had loved ones battle addiction understood the feeling of pride seeing someone…
Hunter Biden convicted on three counts federal felony gun charges
The jury deliberated after listening to a week of witness testimony about the 54-year-old's drug addiction.
Five dead, 60 hospitalised as Cholera outbreak hits Lagos
Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi disclosed that cases of severe gastroenteritis had been reported in communities around…
Tinubu to address Nation on Democracy Day
Ngelale said television, radio, and other electronic media outlets were enjoined to plug in to the network services of the…
U.S. urges Hamas to accept ceasefire proposal in Gaza without delay
According to Miller, the Secretary underscored that the current proposal on the table would benefit both Israelis and Palestinians and…
Katsina massacre: Tinubu orders security agencies to go after assailants
But reacting in a statement issued by his spokesman on Tuesday, Tinubu strongly condemned the recent spate of attacks against citizens…
FG rakes in N1.43 trillion from VAT in first quarter of 2024
According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in its June report, local payments recorded were N663.18 billion, Foreign VAT…
NSE solicits Seplat’s collaboration on renewable energy, national development
Oguntala said that the visit was in line with NSE’s objectives and committed to partnerships toward influencing and providing quality…
Malawi’s Vice President Chilima, nine others dead in plane crash
The plane went missing on Monday which led to serious searches lasting throughout the night before it was discovered that…
Sanwo-Olu unveils iconic N6bn Makarios Water Display Park, first in Africa
The beauty of the Makarios Water Display Park lies in its stunning design and innovative technology covering a vast 6,000…
FG, States, LGs share N1.143 trillion revenue for May
Total revenue of N2,324.792 billion was available in the month of May 2024. Total deduction for cost of collection was…
No plan to revoke operating licenses of Fidelity, Polaris, Wema, Unity Banks – CBN
Sidi-Ali also clarified that a circular issued by the Bank on January 10, 2024, notifying the public about the dissolution…
Unity Bank projects N5.2bn profit in third quarter
Unity Bank’s operating income is expected to rise to N13.38 billion, while cash flow from financing activities is projected to…
Breaking: Tinubu fires Arase, appoints Retired DIG Argungu as PSC Chairman
Argungu was born on 10th July, 1957. He joined the Nigeria Police Force as Cadet ASP in 1984 and retired…
Lagos partners Stagecraft Production on Kurunmi Play
Kurunmi is a play written by the late renowned author, Prof. Ola Rotimi, that explores the themes of collective political…
Nigerian chef attempts to break Guinness World Record grilling marathon
Akinsowon, an indigene of Ondo State, in a statement on Monday said that the activity would start from 1.00 a.m.…
Super Eagles’ World Cup hope in jeopardy, crash to Benin Republic
The Squirrels broke Nigeria's heart three minutes into first half added time as Steve Mounie buried the ball inside the…