Kaduna Governor Advocates for Swift Completion of Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Road
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, recently paid a visit to the Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, to advocate for the expedited completion of the crucial Abuja-Kaduna-Kano road project. During the meeting, Governor Sani commended the efforts of Senator Umahi in advancing infrastructure development across the country. He praised the minister for adhering to…
Senegal President Introduces Simplified Airport Protocol
In a surprising move, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal has announced a departure from tradition by opting for a simpler and more efficient airport protocol during his official trips. President Faye has decided to forego formal greetings by military and civilian authorities upon his arrival and departure at the airport. This decision marks a…
President Tinubu to Inaugurate Funtua Inland Dry Port in Katsina State
President Bola Tinubu is set to inaugurate the Funtua Inland Dry Port in Katsina State on May 9th, according to Mrs. Rebecca Adamu, Assistant Director of the Public Relations Unit at the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC). The inauguration ceremony, scheduled for 11:00 a.m. at the Funtua IDP Project Site in Katsina, will be attended by…
Federal Government Removes Signature Bonus Requirement to Boost Oil Sector Investment
In a bid to stimulate new investments and ramp up oil production, the Federal Government has announced the removal of the requirement to pay a signature bonus when bidding for oil blocks. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Mr. Heineken Lokpobiri, made this announcement during his participation in the 2024 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC)…
Nigerian Troops Thwart Kidnap Attempts, Neutralize Terrorist Threats, and Rescue Victims
In a series of courageous operations, troops of the Nigerian Army deployed for counter-terrorism missions in both the North East and North West regions have successfully foiled multiple kidnap attempts, neutralized terrorist threats, and reunited rescued victims with their families. In Borno State, troops swiftly responded to actionable intelligence, engaging ISWAP fighters in Kulukawiya Village,…
Nigerian Senate President Raises Concerns Over Increase in Jailbreaks
During a session at the Nigerian Senate on Tuesday, Senate President Godswill Akpabio highlighted a concerning trend following the renaming of the Nigerian Prison Service to the Nigerian Correctional Service. According to Akpabio, there has been a notable increase in the number of jailbreaks across the country since the name change. Akpabio’s remarks came during…
Central Bank of Nigeria Suspends Cash Deposit Fees Until September 2024
In a move aimed at providing relief to individuals and businesses, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the suspension of fees on cash deposits until September 30, 2024. The decision was communicated in a memo dated May 6, 2024, signed by Adetona Adedeji, the Director of Banking Supervision at the CBN. The memo…
Rep. Abubakar Bichi Covers School Registration Fees for 3000 Students
In a remarkable display of philanthropy and commitment to education, Honourable Member Representing Bichi Federal Constituency, Rep. Abubakar Bichi, through the Kabir Abubakar Bichi Foundation, has stepped in to alleviate the financial burden of over 3,000 students by settling their school registration and tuition fees. The Foundation disbursed a total sum of N81,106,152.83, with a…
JAMB Releases Additional 531 Results, Dismisses Fake Publication Allegations
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has continued its meticulous screening process of withheld results from the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), releasing an additional 531 results. This latest release brings the total number of results made available to 1,842,897 candidates. During the ongoing screening exercise, the Board uncovered an additional 11 cases…
EFCC Vows to Crack Down on Public Fund Theft: “No One Will Get Away With It”
In a resolute declaration, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reaffirmed its commitment to taking decisive action against public officials involved in the misappropriation of public funds. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, delivered this stern warning on Monday during the inaugural President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Leadership Conference and Awards held in Abuja. The…