Month: March 2025
Tinubu Urges Governors to Prioritize Poor and Vulnerable Nigerians Amid Hardship
President Bola Tinubu has called on state governors and other political leaders to focus their resources and policies on addressing the needs of poor and vulnerable Nigerians. The President made the appeal on Monday during an Iftar dinner at the State House in Abuja, where he hosted governors, members of the Federal Executive Council (FEC),…
Budget Minister Defends Expansionary Spending, Says It’s Key to Economic Growth
Amid growing concerns over Nigeria’s increasing budget size and deficits, the Federal Government has defended its preference for an expansionary fiscal policy, which involves running large budget deficits and accumulating debt. Senator Abubakar Bagudu, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, explained the government’s stance during a media chat in Lagos, stating that the expansionary budgetary…
Army Rescues 75 Captives from Boko Haram/ISWAP Strongholds in Sambisa Forest
In a significant victory against insurgency, the Nigerian Army has rescued 75 civilian captives from key Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) enclaves within the notorious Sambisa Forest in Borno State. The rescued individuals, comprising 7 adult males, 34 women, and 34 children, were handed over to authorities on Monday at the…
Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refinery in Novokuybyshevsk
Ukrainian authorities confirmed on Monday that their drones targeted a Russian oil refinery in the city of Novokuybyshevsk overnight. Andriy Kovalenko, head of the anti-disinformation center in Ukraine’s National Security and Defence Council, disclosed on Telegram that the refinery was of strategic importance to the Russian military, as it plays a critical role in ensuring…
IPOB’s Lawyer Criticizes Anambra Governor Over Ban on Public Preaching
The legal counsel to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has strongly opposed the Anambra State Government’s recent ban on public preaching and the imposition of a ₦500,000 fine on defaulters. Ejiofor, speaking to journalists in Owerri on Monday, described the ban as a violation of Section 38(1) of the 1999 Constitution…
Keyamo Declares Tinubu’s 2027 Re-Election a “Done Deal,” Predicts PDP’s Fall in Delta
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has expressed confidence in President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, describing it as a “done deal.” Keyamo also predicted the downfall of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State during the next election cycle. The minister made these declarations on Sunday at a welcome reception…
NIMC Warns Nigerians: Modify NIN Only on Official Self-Service Portal
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has issued a stern warning to Nigerians, advising them to modify their National Identification Number (NIN) details exclusively through its official self-service portal. The caution, announced in a statement signed by the Head of Corporate Communications on Monday, aims to ensure the security and integrity of citizens’ data. The…
Terrorists Kill 13, Burn 7 Villages in Fresh Kebbi Attack
In a brutal reprisal attack, suspected terrorists on Sunday stormed Birnin Dede village in Kebbi State, killing 13 people and setting seven villages ablaze. The assault, which targeted communities in Arewa Local Government Area, is believed to be retaliation for the recent killing of their leader, Maigemu, by a combined force of security operatives in…
Rivers Crisis: APC Calls for Governor Fubara’s Resignation or Impeachment
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara to either resign from office honourably or face impeachment by the State House of Assembly. The party accused the governor of committing numerous impeachable offences, citing the recent judgment of the Supreme Court as evidence of his alleged misconduct. Speaking at…
CBN Monetary Policies Yielding Results, but Fiscal Challenges Loom
After months of trial and error, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) appears to be on the right track with its monetary policies. The exchange rate is stabilizing, and the gap between the official and parallel market rates has significantly narrowed. For the first time in years, Nigeria is close to achieving a relatively stable…