Month: May 2024
BREAKING: Senate Passes National Anthem Bill 2024
In a significant legislative development, the Senate has passed the National Anthem Bill 2024, which will see Nigeria revert to its former national anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee.” This follows the bill’s approval by both chambers of the legislature last week, marking a crucial step in its journey towards becoming law. The bill, which has…
Port-Harcourt Refinery Set to Commence Operations by End of July
After experiencing several setbacks, the Port-Harcourt refinery, with a capacity of 210,000 barrels per day, is expected to resume operations by the end of July, according to Chief Ukadike Chinedu, the National Public Relations Officer of the Independent Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN). In a statement issued on Monday, Chief Ukadike Chinedu disclosed that the…
Student Loan Program to Launch, Benefiting 1.2 Million Students
Excitement is brewing as the long-awaited student loan program is set to officially launch this Friday, providing much-needed assistance to 1.2 million students enrolled in federal tertiary institutions nationwide. This groundbreaking initiative, spearheaded by Akintunde Sawyerr, the Managing Director/Chief Executive of the program, aims to alleviate financial burdens and promote inclusive access to education. During…
President Tinubu Offers Condolences to Iran Following President Raisi’s Passing
President Bola Tinubu extends heartfelt condolences to the government and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran following the tragic passing of President Ebrahim Raisi, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other officials in a devastating helicopter crash. Expressing deep sorrow over this profound loss, President Tinubu fondly remembers President Raisi as a dedicated leader…
Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa Launches Nationwide Groundbreaking for ‘Renewed Hope’ Cities and Estates
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has initiated the official groundbreaking ceremony for the first phase of the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates project, signaling the commencement of construction for 1,250 housing units across four states in Northern Nigeria. This initiative follows the official launch of the program by President…
Violence Erupts in Ikorodu as Cult Gang Members Clash
Unrest has gripped the streets of Ikorodu once again as reports emerge of clashes between rival cult gangs. Yesterday, a former top member of the Aye confraternity, known as “Okete” or “Euro,” met his demise, allegedly at the hands of an Eiye member affiliated with the local security network, Onyabo. According to unconfirmed reports, Okete,…
STUDENTS LOAN APPLICATION PORTAL OPENS ON MAY 24th: NELFUND MAKES HIGHER EDUCATION ACCESSIBLE
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) is set to open its student loan application portal on May 24th, 2024, ushering in a new era of accessible education for Nigerian students. Led by Managing Director, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, NELFUND’s management is thrilled to announce this significant milestone in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to…
Senator Ndume Calls for Reflection on Public Involvement in Corruption
Senator Ali Ndume, Chief Whip of the Senate, has ignited a debate on corruption by shedding light on the role of public participation in perpetuating corrupt practices within Nigerian politics. In a recent statement, Senator Ndume delineated between corruption involving politicians and individual citizens, asserting that corruption within the political sphere is largely driven by…
President Tinubu Pledges to Unlock Ogoniland’s Human and Natural Resource Potential
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to unlocking the human and natural resource potential of Ogoniland while ensuring environmental and economic security. This announcement came during a meeting with Ogoni leaders, led by King Samuel Nnee, at the State House on Wednesday. In response to requests presented by the Ogoni leaders, including the…
Senate Approves $500 Million World Bank Loan for Electricity Meter Production in Nigeria
In a significant development aimed at addressing the persistent challenges in the power sector, the Senate has granted approval for a $500 million World Bank loan requested by President Tinubu. The loan is earmarked to fund the production of electricity meters for citizens across the country, a move expected to enhance access to reliable electricity…