FG Says Saudi’s bullion Dollar Investment to Create More Jobs for Nigerians
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has disclosed that Nigeria’s recent economic diplomacy efforts in Saudi Arabia have already started yielding tangible benefits, including investments, foreign exchange inflows, and job creation for Nigerians. Edun spoke yesterday with journalists after a briefing meeting with President Bola Tinubu by the Nigerian […]
Osun State Governor Pardons 53 Prisoners
Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has ordered the commutation of sentences of 53 convicts, including a boy sentenced to death for stealing chicken and eggs. Adeleke, in a statement yesterday said the order was in line with the recommendations of the State Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy, which also extends to convicts sentenced to […]
FG Denies Claims of Sabotage, Terror Links in Niger Republic
Federal Government has dismissed allegations made in a viral video by Niger Republic’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, claiming collusion between Nigeria and France to destabilize his country. A statement by the Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, clarified that Nigeria has never engaged in any covert alliance with France, or any other country, to sponsor […]
NCAA Sanctions Five Airlines Over Cancelled Flights
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has initiated enforcement action against five airlines (two international and three domestic operators) for various violations of Part 19 of the NCAA regulations. The spokesperson for NCAA, Michael Achimugu, disclosed to journalists yesterday that the violations include the non-payment of refunds within the stipulated time frame, non-responsiveness to the […]
Zambia Arrests Two for Alleged Plot to Bewitch President
Two men have been arrested in Zambia accused of being “witchdoctors” who had been tasked with trying to bewitch the country’s president, Hakainde Hichilema. The police said they had arrested Jasten Mabulesse Candunde and Leonard Phiri in the capital, Lusaka, who were hired by Nelson Banda, the younger brother of lawmakers Emmanuel “Jay Jay” Banda. […]
Super Eagles B Hold Ghana in CHAN Qualifier, Second Leg Set for Uyo
The Super Eagles B held their Ghanaian counterparts to a goalless draw yesterday at the first leg of the qualifying fixture in the race to next year’s African Nations Championship (CHAN). Both teams now look forward to the second leg of the fixture, set for the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Saturday. The winner […]
President Tinubu Presents N49.7 Trillion 2025 Budget to National Assembly
President Bola Tinubu has presented a budget of 49.7 trillion naira to a joint Session of the National Assembly for the 2025 fiscal year dubbed “Restoration Budget: Securing Peace, Rebuilding Prosperity”. President Tinubu said his administration projects to raise 34.82 trillion naira to fund the budget, with 15.81 trillion naira billed to go for debt […]
Madonna Teases New Music for 2025
Madonna is teasing new music for 2025, sharing an exciting studio update with fans. On Monday, December 16, the iconic pop star posted a video montage on Instagram, showing her collaborating with producer Stuart Price. The pair can be seen writing, dancing, and working on new material, while Madonna’s boyfriend Akeem Morris, manager Guy Oseary, […]
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Promise Visa-free Travel to ECOWAS
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have announced visa-free travel and residency rights for citizens in the 15-member regional bloc ECOWAS, ahead of the trio leaving the group. The leaders of the three West African states ruled by military leaders said the visa and residency decision had been taken in the spirit of friendship, and to […]
FG Offers Free Train Service During Yuletide
The Federal Government has said it would offer free train service to all Nigerians from Dec. 20 up until Jan. 5, 2025. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, told State House correspondents after the FEC meeting yesterday that the Free Transportation (train) initiative aligns with President Tinubu’s commitment to reducing the socio-economic […]
