In a move that has sparked widespread debate, the Anambra State security outfit, operating under the directive of Governor Charles Soludo, has announced that women seen in public without wearing a bra or underwear will be arrested.The announcement was made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, stating:”JUST IN: Women seen publiclyContinueContinue reading “Anambra Security Outfit Declares Crackdown on Women Without Underwear in Public”
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“No More Free Rides: Okonjo-Iweala Urges African Leaders to Seek Homegrown Solutions”
The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has called on African leaders to shift their focus from dependence on foreign aid and embrace innovative, self-sustaining economic strategies.Speaking at the headquarters of the African Union in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the renowned developmental economist declared that Africa must change its mindset and beginContinueContinue reading ““No More Free Rides: Okonjo-Iweala Urges African Leaders to Seek Homegrown Solutions””
Trump’s ‘Drill Baby Drill’ Energy Policy Puts Nigeria’s N19.6 Trillion Revenue Target at Risk
As Nigeria pushes forward with its ambitious N54.9 trillion budget for 2025, concerns are mounting over the potential impact of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s energy policy on the country’s revenue projections. Economic analysts warn that Trump’s pro-oil agenda, which aims to ramp up fossil fuel production, could drive down global crude prices—jeopardizing Nigeria’s $75ContinueContinue reading “Trump’s ‘Drill Baby Drill’ Energy Policy Puts Nigeria’s N19.6 Trillion Revenue Target at Risk”
Ndume Demands Probe into Allegations of USAID Funding Boko Haram, Calls for Urgent Action
Senator Ali Ndume has urged the Federal Government to thoroughly investigate a weighty claim made by US Congressman Scott Perry, alleging that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) had indirectly funded terrorist organizations, including Boko Haram.Ndume, who represents Borno South Senatorial District, made this call during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday PoliticsContinueContinue reading “Ndume Demands Probe into Allegations of USAID Funding Boko Haram, Calls for Urgent Action”
Delta Senator Condemns Police Detention of Comedian MC 2Kingdom Over NDDC Project Abandonment
In a strong display of opposition to injustice, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, representing Delta South in the National Assembly, has vehemently condemned the arrest and detention of popular Isoko-born comedian Ajirioghene Otagba, widely known as MC 2Kingdom.Otagba was reportedly arrested last Friday on the alleged orders of Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) contractor Matthew Edevbie. HisContinueContinue reading “Delta Senator Condemns Police Detention of Comedian MC 2Kingdom Over NDDC Project Abandonment”
States Revolt as NNPCL Deducts $525 Million from FIRS Remittances for Road Tax Scheme
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has sparked controversy by deducting a staggering $525.09 million from its remittances to the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) under the Road Infrastructure Tax Credit Scheme (RITCS)—a move that has infuriated state governments and ignited calls for transparency and accountability.The deductions, made between February and November 2024, wereContinueContinue reading “States Revolt as NNPCL Deducts $525 Million from FIRS Remittances for Road Tax Scheme”
Visa Scandal: Nigeria Owes Canada an Apology Over Embarrassing Invictus Winter Games Request – Chidi Odinkalu
Former Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Prof. Chidi Odinkalu, has lambasted Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, and other senior military officers after their visa applications for the Invictus Winter Games were rejected by the Canadian High Commission.Odinkalu described the visa denial as a well-deserved embarrassment, questioning why overContinueContinue reading “Visa Scandal: Nigeria Owes Canada an Apology Over Embarrassing Invictus Winter Games Request – Chidi Odinkalu”
“I’d Rather Die in Detention Than Face a Biased Court” — Nnamdi Kanu Declares in Explosive Open Letter
The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has made a bold and defiant declaration, stating that he would rather spend the rest of his life in detention than be subjected to trial by what he describes as a corrupt and biased court.In a strongly worded open letter to the public,ContinueContinue reading ““I’d Rather Die in Detention Than Face a Biased Court” — Nnamdi Kanu Declares in Explosive Open Letter”
Brutal Betrayal: Nigerian Police Officers Shatter Musician’s Kneecap, Offer Meagre ₦200,000 Compensation After ₦5 Million Surgery
In a shocking display of police brutality, three plainclothes officers from the Red House Police Station in Iju-Ishaga, Lagos, assaulted Nigerian musician Damilola Ogunsanya, shattering his kneecap with an iron baseball bat. The officers, who reportedly offered only ₦200,000 in compensation after Ogunsanya spent ₦5 million on surgery, have yet to face disciplinary action. SpeakingContinueContinue reading “Brutal Betrayal: Nigerian Police Officers Shatter Musician’s Kneecap, Offer Meagre ₦200,000 Compensation After ₦5 Million Surgery”
Despite Fallout, Tinubu Showers Praises on El-Rufai’s Contributions to Democracy on 65th Birthday
In a surprising move, President Bola Tinubu has celebrated former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, on his 65th birthday, despite the latter’s relentless criticism of his administration and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).Vanguard Newspaper, through its official X handle, announced Tinubu’s commendation of El-Rufai’s contributions to Nigeria’s democracy, highlighting his political and administrative prowess.ContinueContinue reading “Despite Fallout, Tinubu Showers Praises on El-Rufai’s Contributions to Democracy on 65th Birthday”
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