Nigeria Set to Celebrate 64th Independence Anniversary with Series of National Events
The Federal Government has announced a lineup of events to commemorate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary, starting with a World Press Conference on Thursday, September 26, 2024. The celebration will feature religious and civic activities leading up to Independence Day on October 1, 2024, a public holiday for the entire nation. According to the schedule, the…
National Assembly to Prioritize Local Government Election Bill in Upcoming Plenary
As the National Assembly prepares to reconvene for its plenary session next week, a pivotal reform concerning local government elections is set to take center stage. Lawmakers will be deliberating on the Local Government Election Bill, which is expected to introduce significant changes to the way local government elections are conducted across Nigeria. Key discussions…
Yahaya Bello Allegedly Escapes EFCC Capture with Governor Ododo’s Help Amid N80.2 Billion Fraud Investigation
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello reportedly evaded capture by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, with the alleged assistance of his successor, Governor Usman Ododo. The EFCC had surrounded the Kogi State Government Lodge in Abuja in a renewed attempt to arrest Bello over allegations of an N80.2 billion…
PDP North East Zone Endorses Damagum as National Chair, Says Governor Fintiri
In a significant development for the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), the North East Zone comprising Adamawa, Taraba, Gombe, Borno, and Yobe states has thrown its full support behind Ambassador Umar Iliya Damagum as the party’s Acting National Chairman. The endorsement was confirmed in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Ahmadu Umaru…
CBN Appoints New Board for Keystone Bank, Adds Executive Directors
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has appointed a new board for Keystone Bank, a move aimed at strengthening the leadership and strategic direction of the financial institution. Lady Ada Chukwudozie has been named as the new chair of the board, taking on the critical role of guiding the bank’s policies and ensuring effective governance….
EFCC Rejects Yahaya Bello’s Method of Reporting for Alleged Breach of Protocol
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has explained why it rejected the manner in which former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, reported to the commission’s headquarters in Abuja, describing it as a breach of protocol. A source from the EFCC revealed that Bello arrived at the commission in a convoy, accompanied by the…
EFCC Launches Fresh Attempt to Arrest Former Governor Yahaya Bello at Kogi Government Lodge
In a dramatic development, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly initiated a new attempt to arrest former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello. According to Ohiare Michael, Director of the Yahaya Bello Media Office, EFCC operatives have surrounded the Kogi Government Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja, where the former governor is staying, and…
Former Governor Yahaya Bello Honors EFCC Invitation After Resisting Arrest in April Over NGN 80.2 Billion Fraud Allegations
Former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has finally responded to an invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), after resisting arrest in April 2024 over fraud allegations amounting to NGN 80.2 billion. The five-month standoff, which saw the intervention of security personnel from the current governor of Kogi State, marked a turning…
Ijebu East PDP Inaugurates Hon. Juwon Lawal as Chairman, Unveils Candidates for Upcoming Elections
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ijebu East Local Government has inaugurated Hon. Juwon Lawal as the new party chairman in a ceremony held on August 17th, 2024. This pivotal event also served as the official flag-off for the campaign season ahead of the upcoming local government and ward elections. Following the party’s internal elections,…
BREAKING: President Tinubu Announces Kickoff of $550 Million Ubeta Gas Project in Rivers State
In a major boost to Nigeria’s energy sector, President Bola Tinubu has officially launched a $550 million upstream gas development project in Rivers State. The project, a collaboration between the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (NNPCL) and TotalEnergies, will focus on developing the Ubeta gas field. The announcement was made by President Tinubu’s Special Adviser…