CBN Releases New Directive for POS Transactions
Central Bank of Nigeria has released a new directive to Payment Service Providers, requiring them to comply with enhanced routing guidelines for Point of Sale (POS) transactions. A circular by Oladimeji Taiwo on behalf of the CBN’s Payments System Management Department, which says the move is aimed at strengthening the monitoring of electronic transactions across […]
Tinubu Visits King Charles III
President Bola Tinubu has met with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace in London, the United Kingdom. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement yesterday, described the meeting as private, highlighting the enduring and cherished relationship between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. According to the statement, both leaders […]
Nigeria’s Crude Oil Production Increases to 1.352 Million BPD
Nigeria’s crude oil production increased from 1.307 million barrels per day inJuly to 1.352mbpd in August. This is according to OPEC’s September Monthly Oil Market Report. OPEC reported that the average daily crude production rose marginally by 45,000barrels per day, based on information obtained through direct communication withthe Nigerian government. This report contradicts the Federal […]
FG Donates ₦3Billion as Flood Intervention Fund
Federal Government has donated ₦3bn as flood intervention fund to Borno Statefollowing the flood, which has displaced more than one million persons inMaiduguri, its capital. The State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, confirmed this while donatingcash to displaced persons taking refuge in the Bakassi IDP camp. Zulum said food items and other basic necessities will be […]
Tinubu Say Courageous Steps Have Been Taken to Reform Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu says his administration has taken courageous steps toreform Nigeria’s macroeconomic environment, to restore confidence in thenation’s economy. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, at the 17th Annual Banking andFinance Conference in Abuja, the President said the government is rigorouslyworking to actualize through measures targeted at reducing inflation, stabilizingthe foreign exchange market and […]
Tinubu Approves 2024 National Honours Awards
President Bola Tinubu has approved the commencement of 2024 NationalHonours Award to Nigerians who have contributed to the development of thecountry, in line with the National Honours Award Act 2004. Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, Zaphaniah Jisalo, whomade this known yesterday in Abuja, said the Federal Government would alsohonour Nigerians who have distinguished […]
Nigeria to Face Japan in Round of 16 at FIFA U-20 World Cup
Nigeria will face Japan in the Round of 16 at the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’sWorld Cup. Japan confirmed their place in the knockout round after a 2-0 victory over Austriayesterday; finishing top of Group E ahead of Austria. The Falconets came second in Group D behind former champions Germany. The Nigerian encounter with Japan will […]
DSS Release Joe Ajaero From Custody
The Department of State Services (DSS) has released labour leader Joe Ajaerofrom its custody. Ajaero, who confirmed the secret police allowed him to go home around past 11pmon Monday, said he was grilled for about 15 hours since his arrest around 7am at theNnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. Ajaero said he was quizzed over alleged […]
Tinubu Approves Research Grant of Federal Universities
President Bola Tinubu has approved the exclusion of third-party research grantfunds of federal universities and research institutions from the Treasury SingleAccount. This is contained in a letter signed by the Acting Executive Secretary, NationalUniversities Commission, Chris Maiyaki, to Vice Chancellors. Already, the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, has conveyed thisdirective to the Minister of […]
Presidency Denies Ownership of Yatch Flying Nigerian Flag
The Presidency has denied ownership of a yacht spotted flying the Nigerianflag in St. Tropez, a coastal town in France. In a viral video on social media, the yacht can be seen displaying the Nigerianflag as it sailed through the French town, triggering conspiracy theories onlinewith some people linking the yacht’s ownership to President Bola […]
