In a bold and impassioned statement, former federal lawmaker from Kaduna State, Senator Shehu Sani, has issued a grave warning to Nigerian state governments contemplating the termination of 600,000 workers to facilitate the implementation of the new national minimum wage demanded by organized labor. Taking to his X platform (formerly Twitter), Senator Sani cautioned thatContinue reading "Shehu Sani Warns of Dire Consequences if State Governments Lay Off 600,000 Workers to Implement New Minimum Wage"
Nigerian Police Take Abuja Man Who Climbed Mast to Attempt Suicide into Custody
In a dramatic turn of events on Monday morning, the Nigerian police in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, successfully apprehended Shuaibu Yushau, a man found perilously perched atop a radio mast in an apparent suicide attempt. Reports surfaced early Monday that Yushau was spotted at the top of the mast, poised to end hisContinue reading "Nigerian Police Take Abuja Man Who Climbed Mast to Attempt Suicide into Custody"
Sokoto State Governor Demands Refund of Diverted N30,000 Sallah Gifts by Local Officials
In a decisive move against corruption, Sokoto State Governor Ahmad Aliyu has ordered Local Government Chairmen and Education Authority officials to return the N30,000 Sallah gifts diverted from state workers. This directive was revealed in a statement by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Abubakar Bawa, on Sunday, July 7, 2024. Governor Aliyu expressed outrage overContinue reading "Sokoto State Governor Demands Refund of Diverted N30,000 Sallah Gifts by Local Officials"
TINUBU SALUTES ‘PATRIOTIC, SELFLESS’ NIGERIAN ARMY By Bayo David
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has lauded the work ethic of the Nigerian Army, describing it as one of the most patriotic and selfless entities the nation can be proud of. This is just as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces singled out for mention, the invaluable sacrifice of the army to the peace and securityContinue reading "TINUBU SALUTES ‘PATRIOTIC, SELFLESS’ NIGERIAN ARMY By Bayo David"
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ganye Local Government has officially launched its campaign today, July 8, 2024, to garner support ahead of the upcoming Adamawa State local council elections. By Philip Adams
The campaign's flag-off event, held at Gangwari Square, was a vibrant and lively affair, attracting PDP members, stakeholders, and a large, enthusiastic crowd from various walks of life. Leading the charge is Hon. Mohammed Farouk, popularly known as "Bulldozer." Farouk, a former executive chairman of the council, is widely regarded as the candidate to beat,Continue reading "The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ganye Local Government has officially launched its campaign today, July 8, 2024, to garner support ahead of the upcoming Adamawa State local council elections. By Philip Adams"
Two Female Sex Workers Bound and Defrauded in Enugu Hotel Room
Two female sex workers were recently freed from a hotel room in Enugu where they were discovered bound in a toilet. The incident, captured in a viral video, initially sparked fears of organ harvesting, a disturbing trend that has reportedly been on the rise in Enugu State. However, the Enugu State Police Command has dismissedContinue reading "Two Female Sex Workers Bound and Defrauded in Enugu Hotel Room"
APC National Chairmanship Seat: Court Sets September 18 to Decide Ganduje’s Fate
The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled September 18 to deliver its judgment on a lawsuit seeking the removal of Abdullahi Ganduje as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Presided over by Justice Inyang Ekwo, the court fixed the date following the adoption of final briefs of argument by all partiesContinue reading "APC National Chairmanship Seat: Court Sets September 18 to Decide Ganduje’s Fate"
FULL LIST: Nigeria Opens Student Loan Applications For 36 State-Owned Universities, Other Tertiary Institutions
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced that students enrolled in 36 state-owned tertiary institutions it listed can now apply for student loans effective Sunday, July 7, 2024 The agency noted that the management of the institutions have successfully submitted their student data to the NELFUND Student Verification System (SVS). In a statement onContinue reading "FULL LIST: Nigeria Opens Student Loan Applications For 36 State-Owned Universities, Other Tertiary Institutions"
A Triumph for Adamawa State: Governor Fintiri Honored as Nigeria’s Best Performing Governor in Infrastructure Development, By Philip B. Adams
The Governor of Adamawa State, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, proudly announced on his official X handle formerly Twitter that he has been awarded the prestigious title of Best Performing Governor in Infrastructure Development in Nigeria. Fresh Air Governor expressed his heartfelt gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for recognizing his efforts and finding him deservingContinue reading "A Triumph for Adamawa State: Governor Fintiri Honored as Nigeria’s Best Performing Governor in Infrastructure Development, By Philip B. Adams"
Tinubu Re-elected as ECOWAS Chairman
President Bola Tinubu has been re-elected as the Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) during the 65th Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government, held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Nigeria. Upon accepting his re-election, President Tinubu appointed the President of Senegal to join in mediationContinue reading "Tinubu Re-elected as ECOWAS Chairman"
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