Month: April 2024
New Senegalese President Bassirou Appoints Ousmane Sonko as Prime Minister
In a bold move marking his inauguration, President Bassirou of Senegal has appointed Ousmane Sonko, a charismatic politician and key supporter, as the country’s new prime minister. Sonko, 49, rose to prominence during a two-year standoff with the government, which resulted in sporadic violence. Despite being disqualified from the recent presidential race, Sonko threw his…
FG Announces Rise in Electricity Tariff
In a significant development, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has approved an increase in electricity tariffs for customers falling under the Band A category. The decision was unveiled during a press briefing held in Abuja on Wednesday, with the Vice Chairman of NERC, Musliu Oseni, making the announcement. Effective immediately, customers in the Band…
Federal Capital Territory reclaims 100+ hectares in Gosa District, cracking down on land grabbing
In a decisive move to reclaim unlawfully occupied land, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) executed a demolition operation in the Gosa District, retrieving over 100 hectares from trespassers. Spearheaded by the Department of Development Control, the operation aimed to combat illegal land grabbing activities that have plagued the area. Mukhtar Galadima, the Director of…
IOC President Accused of Collusion to Exclude Russian Athletes: Maria Zakharova Reports
In a shocking revelation, Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, disclosed a clandestine conversation allegedly involving Thomas Bach, the President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), where he purportedly confessed to colluding to bar Russian athletes from international competitions. According to Zakharova’s Telegram channel, Bach reportedly stated, “Now those who support the Russian…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery Initiates Diesel Sales, Anticipates Petrol Supply in May
In a move that has led to a drop in diesel prices across the country, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has commenced the sale of diesel at N1,225 per litre. The refinery’s decision to supply diesel to retailers has already resulted in a notable reduction in prices, offering relief to consumers who have been grappling with high…
Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Calls for Apology Over Controversial Easter Advertisement
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has raised concerns and expressed disapproval of the recent Easter advertisement released by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). In response to the advert, CAN has firmly requested an apology from FIRS. The advertisement, titled “Jesus covered your debt, not your taxes,” sparked controversy and garnered considerable public backlash…
Federal High Court Sets Date for Formal Charging of Binance Holdings Limited and Executives
The Federal High Court in Abuja has announced a scheduled date for the formal charging of Binance Holdings Limited, a global cryptocurrency exchange platform, along with two of its executives, Tigran Gambaryan and Nadeem Anjarwalla. The court proceedings are set to take place on Thursday before Justice Emeka Nwite. The charges against Binance Holdings Limited…
Nigeria Police Force Calls for End to Jungle Justice
In a recent statement released by the Nigeria Police Force, the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, emphasized the urgent need to collectively condemn the alarming trend of jungle justice in Nigeria. The statement comes in the wake of a disturbing incident where a security guard was arrested for resorting to jungle justice,…
Senate President Akpabio Promotes Unity with Iftar Gathering: ‘Religion Cannot Divide Us’
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, demonstrated a powerful message of unity and religious harmony by breaking fast (iftar) with his Muslim colleagues on Monday evening in Abuja. The event, attended by senators from diverse religious backgrounds, highlighted Akpabio’s belief that “religion cannot divide us,” emphasizing the shared humanity among Nigerians. In his address, Akpabio…
Dollars Crashed but Food Prices Haven’t – Unraveling the Economic Puzzle
In recent weeks, the Nigerian Naira has witnessed a significant gain against the dollar, trading at around N1250 to a dollar, marking a notable 35% drop from its previous tumultuous period at N1900 in the black market. This commendable appreciation is attributed to the concerted efforts by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), spearheaded by…