South East, South-South Senators calls for Wider Consultations on Controversial Tax Bill
The South East and South-South Caucus in the Senate have joined groups of stakeholders, calling for wider consultations on the Tax Reform Bills pending for consideration and possible passage by both Chambers of the National Assembly. The leader of the caucus, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, who made this known to newsmen after a closed door meeting […]
The President of Germany to Arrive Nigeria Today
The President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier is set to arrive in Nigeria today December 10, 2024 and stay until December 12, 2024. The German Embassy said in a statement yesterday that while in Abuja, President Steinmeier will meet with President Bola Tinubu, as well as with the President of the Commission of Economic Community of […]
Trump Vows To End US Citizenship By Birthright
US President-elect Donald Trump, has said he will look at pardons for those involved in the 2021 US Capitol riot on his first day back in office next month. Speaking during his first broadcast network interview since winning November’s election, Trump also vowed to end automatic citizenship for anyone born in the US, but offered […]
NPFL Postpones Kwara United/Enyimba Game
NPFL matchday 16 fixture between Kwara United and Enyimba has been postponed due to Enyimba’s CAF Confederation Cup engagement. The encounter, which was initially scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 8, has been moved to a later date. Enyimba will take on Egyptian giants Zamalek in their second group game of the competition at […]
Lagos State Government to Complete Psychiatric Hospital Epe Next year
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says the Lagos State Food Security Systems and Central Logistics Hub at Ketu-Ejirin, Epe, will ensure food sufficiency and stabilise market prices when completed. At the Inaugural Isimi Lagos Festival at Isimi Lagos Wellness and Polo Country Estate in Epe, Sanwo-Olu expressed satisfaction on the pace of work at the Epe food hub, […]
President Biden Issues Official Pardon For Son, Hunter
US President, Joe Biden, has issued an official pardon for his son, Hunter, who was facing sentencing for two criminal cases. In a statement, Biden said his son had been “singled out” and called his cases “a miscarriage of justice”. Hunter Biden, who pleaded guilty to tax charges earlier in September, and was found guilty […]
President Tinubu Woos French Investors in State Visit
President Bola Tinubu has affirmed Nigeria’s strong commitment to enhancing cooperation in key sectors such as food security, energy, solid minerals, education, and defense during a high-profile meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron at the prestigious Palais des L’Élysée on Thursday. At a joint press conference, in France, President Tinubu highlighted the vast, yet largely […]
Van Nistelrooy Set To Be Appointed Leicester Boss
Ruud van Nistelrooy is set to be appointed as Leicester City’s new manager. The 48-year-old Dutchman would replace Steve Cooper, who was sacked after just 157 days in charge following Saturday’s 2-1 Premier League defeat by Chelsea. Van Nistelrooy’s appointment comes two weeks after he left his role as interim head coach at Manchester United, […]
Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Begins After Year of Conflict
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has come into effect in Lebanon after more than a year of fighting. It began at 04:00 AM local time today, putting an at-least temporary end to nearly 14 months of conflict between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group. The deal was announced on Tuesday evening by Israel, France […]
Lagos Lays Foundation Stone For New Alaba-Rago Transnational Market
Lagos State Government says the ground breaking ceremony for the redevelopment and revitalisation of Alaba Rago Transnational Market is aimed at fostering socio-economic growth in the state. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu who was represented by his Special Adviser on Enterprise Geographic Information Service and Urban Development, Dr. Olajide Babatunde, said his administration is dedicated to rebuilding the […]
