President Tinubu to Depart for France in Newly Acquired Presidential Jet
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to depart Abuja today, August 19, for a brief work trip to France. His spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, confirmed that President Tinubu will return after completing his stay. What makes this trip significant is the newly acquired presidential jet—a luxurious Airbus A330. The jet was released after a long-standing legal […]
“Who is this Fool? – Gov Sanwo-Olu’s Media Aide, Gboyega Akosile, Responds to Man Urging Igbos to Burn Down Lagos Amid ‘Igbos Must Go’ Campaign”
Gboyega Akosile, media adviser to Lagos state governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has strongly criticized a disturbing video that has been trending on social media. The video shows a man, reportedly from the Southeast, urging Igbos to burn down Lagos. This comes in response to the recent “Igbos Must Go” campaign circulating online. Akosile described the man’s […]
NYSC Expels 54 Fake Corps Members, Including Bread Seller, from University of Calabar
In a recent development, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has expelled 54 individuals, including a bread seller, who were falsely enrolled as graduates from the University of Calabar (UNICAL) for the national service program. The expulsion was announced by NYSC’s Director-General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, in a statement issued by the Director of Information […]
Obasanjo Dismisses Claims of Igbo Origin, Says “It Makes Me Laugh”
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo recently addressed claims suggesting that he is of Igbo origin, a topic that has sparked conversation in some circles. During a meeting at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, Ogun State, with the leadership of the Ndigbo Amaka Progressive Market Association, he humorously dismissed the speculation, stating, “It makes […]
Lagos State Government Demolishes Homes on Orchid Road to Prevent Flooding
In an ongoing effort to reduce the risk of flooding, the Lagos State government recently demolished homes built on a canal along Orchid Road in Eti-Osa. The demolition took place on Thursday, August 16, and targeted properties obstructing the System 157 drainage channels, a key area that helps manage water flow during heavy rainfall. The […]
Nigerian Government Accuses Chinese Company of Attempting to Seize Presidential Jets and Assets in France
The Nigerian government has recently accused a Chinese company, Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment Co. Limited, of attempting to seize its presidential jets and other offshore assets located in France. This development stems from a legal dispute dating back to a 2007 contract between Zhongshan and the Ogun State Government regarding the management of a free-trade […]
GTBank Clears the Air on Web Domain Hack: Your Data Remains Safe
Recently, several media outlets reported that GTBank’s website had been hacked, cloned, and that customer data had been compromised. GTBank has now stepped forward to clarify these reports and assure customers that their information is secure. While there was a single attempt to interfere with the website’s domain settings, GTBank confirms that their website was not cloned, […]
Nigeria’s Inflation Drops for the First Time Since 2022
For the first time in over a year and a half, Nigeria’s inflation rate has finally started to decrease. In July 2024, the inflation rate fell to 33.40%, which is lower than the 34.19% recorded in June. This marks the first time inflation has cooled off since December 2022 when it stood at 21.34%. The […]
Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea Sign Gas Pipeline Agreement for Economic Growth (Video)
Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea have taken a major step forward in boosting economic growth and regional cooperation with the signing of a new agreement centered around the Gulf of Guinea Pipeline Project. This deal marks a significant partnership between the two nations, focusing on creating job opportunities, ensuring food security, and enhancing Africa’s overall development. […]
Power Outage in Rivers and Bayelsa as Vandals Destroy TCN Towers
Residents in parts of Rivers and Bayelsa states are facing the possibility of months without electricity after vandals destroyed 13 transmission towers. These towers were part of the Ahoada-Yenagoa 132kV Double Circuits, which played a critical role in delivering power to the region. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) reported that the vandalism occurred in […]