IGP Urges Nigerians to Avoid Reporting Police Misconduct on Social Media
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, has called on Nigerians to stop reporting police misconduct on social media. He made this appeal during a recent conference for Police Public Relations Officers (PPROs) and communication experts held in Asaba, Delta State. He said, “We appeal to the public not to resort to social media […]
Nigeria Achieves 7th Place Globally for International Students in the US
Nigeria is now the 7th largest source of international students in the United States and the number one in Africa. The 2024 Open Doors Report on International Education Exchange reveals that 20,029 Nigerian students enrolled in US universities during the 2023/2024 academic year. This figure represents a 13.5% increase from the previous year, highlighting Nigeria’s […]
Anambra Residents Struggle as Banks Start Hoarding Cash for the Yuletide Season
As the holiday season nears, residents in Anambra State are facing difficulties accessing cash from local banks. Many banks have started hoarding money, leaving customers frustrated and forced to rely on Point of Sale (POS) operators to get the cash they need. In Awka, the state capital, banks are refusing to provide cash to customers, […]
13 More Nigerian Girls Rescued From Human Traffickers In Ghana
In a successful operation, 13 Nigerian girls have been rescued from human traffickers in Ghana. This rescue brings the total number of victims repatriated to Nigeria in just five months to 163. The girls, aged 19 to 30 years, come from different states including Ebonyi, Benue, Kaduna, and Rivers. The operation was carried out thanks […]
Economic Hardships Make It Difficult to Provide Adequate Meals for Inmates – Nigerian Correctional Service
The Nigerian Correctional Service is facing serious challenges in providing adequate meals for inmates due to the current economic hardships. This was revealed by Ibrahim Yau, the Deputy Comptroller of Corrections, at the Suleja custodial facility in Niger State. During a visit by the Legal Aid Council of Nigeria, Yau highlighted that the daily feeding […]
We Attracted $30bn Investment Commitments – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu said his administration attracted $30 billion in foreign investment commitments. The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, shared this on behalf of Tinubu at the 2024 Comptroller General of Customs conference in Abuja. He stated, “In our focused efforts to draw in Foreign Direct Investment, we’ve secured over $30 billion in investment promises […]
Newborn Baby Abandoned in Niger State
On the morning of November 11, 2024, a shocking and heartbreaking incident occurred in Minna, the capital of Niger State. A day-old baby girl was found abandoned in the New Market area, left behind in the dark hours of the night. Around 1 am, the cries of the baby were heard by residents who quickly […]
Petrol Landing Cost Decreases in Nigeria
In recent news, the cost of landing petrol in Nigeria has dropped significantly. As of November 2024, the landing cost for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), or petrol, fell to N971 per litre. This is a 20.23% decrease compared to the N1,219 per litre cost recorded in August 2024, according to the Major Energies Marketers Association. […]
NLC Declares Indefinite Strike Over Failure to Implement ₦70,000 Minimum Wage
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has instructed workers in states that haven’t implemented the ₦70,000 minimum wage to go on strike from December 1, 2024. This announcement follows a meeting by the NLC’s National Executive Council (NEC) in Port Harcourt, led by NLC President Joe Ajaero. The NLC expressed deep frustration over some state governments […]
WTO Director-General: No Challenger As Okonjo-iweala Emerges Sole Candidate
In a significant development, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the current Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), has been confirmed as the only candidate running for her position’s renewal. This announcement means Okonjo-Iweala could be set for a second four-year term leading the global trade body. Ambassador Petter Ølberg of Norway, the Chair of the WTO General […]