Month: April 2024
President Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Private Sector Partnership for Economic Growth
President Bola Tinubu has emphasized the pivotal role of the private sector in driving Nigeria’s economic transformation and prosperity. Speaking during Iftar on Thursday in Abuja with members of the Nigerian business community, President Tinubu expressed gratitude for their support and pledged to foster closer collaboration. Acknowledging the indispensable contribution of the private sector to…
Kano State Government Accuses Governor Ganduje of Corruption Allegations
The Kano State Government has leveled serious accusations against Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, alleging that he accepted a $200,000 bribe from a contractor. The accusations were brought forward in an eight-count charge filed by the state government, alleging violations of the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission Law 2008. The defendants in the case…
Mr. Bobrisky to Be Arraigned for Alleged N180.7 Million Money Laundering and Naira Abuse
Social media sensation and cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, is set to face the music as he is scheduled to be arraigned at the Federal High Court (FHC) in Lagos on Friday, April 5, 2024. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has charged him with offenses including money laundering and abuse of…
Nigerian Army Strengthens Military-Media Collaboration at CIMIC Media Chat
The Nigerian Army (NA) reaffirmed its commitment to partnership and transparency with the media during the First Quarter Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) Media Chat held on April 3, 2024, at Ekwueme Hall, Bon Hotel Asaba. Under the theme “Imperatives of Military-Media Partnership for the Attainment of National Security,” the event aimed to foster dialogue, exchange crucial…
LASTMA WARNS MOTORISTS TO MAINTAIN SPEED LIMITS ON THE NEWLY RENOVATED 3RD MAINLAND BRIDGE
Lagos, Nigeria – As the Federal Government prepares to reopen the Third Mainland Bridge for traffic on April 4th, 2024, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued a stern warning to motorists to adhere strictly to speed limits while driving on the bridge. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare Oki, emphasized…
PRESIDENT TINUBU SIGNS STUDENT LOAN BILL: A PATH TO BRIGHTER FUTURES
President Bola Tinubu has emphasized the transformative power of education in shaping a brighter future for Nigerian children, following the signing into law of the Student Loans Re-enactment Bill. Speaking during an Iftar event at the State House in Abuja, President Tinubu highlighted education as the key to breaking the cycle of poverty and ensuring…
EFCC Investigates Bobrisky for Naira Abuse
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has initiated an investigation into the actions of popular Nigerian internet personality, Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, for allegedly spraying Naira notes at a public event. Operatives from the Lagos Zonal Command of the EFCC summoned the 31-year-old following a video report showing him spraying and flaunting…
In 81 Division NAOWA Donates 391 Eyeglasses to Children in Lagos and Ogun States
In a heartwarming display of generosity and commitment to the well-being of children, the Nigerian Army Officers Wives Association (NAOWA), 81 Division Chapter, led by the Chairperson, Pharm Mrs Rekiya Usman, has teamed up with the Restore Foundation for Child Sight to provide essential eye care to schoolchildren. A total of 391 eyeglasses and 314…
Troops Rescue Victim and Apprehend Kidnappers in Taraba State
In a swift and decisive operation, troops from the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army burst a kidnappers’ den, rescuing a victim and apprehending three suspects in Taraba State. The successful mission, conducted in Kofa Adamu village of Takum Local Government Area, led to the safe release of a captive held by the criminals. Acting on credible…
Manufacturers and Labour Oppose Government’s Electricity Tariff Hike
Manufacturers and organized labor unions have expressed vehement opposition to the Federal Government’s recent decision to increase electricity tariffs by a staggering 240 percent for consumers receiving a 20-hour power supply. The move has sparked concerns about the potential impact on businesses, inflation rates, and the welfare of citizens. The decision to remove the electricity…