Guinness to Exit Nigeria After 75 Years in the Market
Guinness, the global beverage company, has revealed its decision to leave Nigeria due to financial losses. The company plans to sell its majority shares to the Tolaram Group from Singapore on June 11. Guinness is among several multinational companies, including GlaxoSmithKline and Microsoft, that have exited Nigeria, blaming the tough economic conditions in the country. […]
June 12: Peter Obi: “Nigeria’s Democracy Has Fallen into State Capture”
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed concerns that Nigeria’s democracy has turned into a situation known as state capture. Obi highlighted that failures in leadership have led to widespread corruption, severe insecurity, restricted freedom of speech, rising poverty, and extreme hunger and hardship. These issues, he argues, show that Nigeria is not […]
June 12 Speech: President Tinubu Promises Economic Reforms for Everyone’s Benefit
President Tinubu spoke to Nigerians today to celebrate Democracy Day, promising that economic reforms will create opportunities for everyone. In his speech, Tinubu emphasized the importance of democracy and how it has strengthened Nigeria since its inception. He acknowledged the challenges the country faces but expressed optimism that through unity and hard work, these can […]
Creating a New State Will Correct Wrongs Against the Igbo – IBN
The Igbo-Biafra Nationalists (IBN) have shown their support for creating a new state in the Southeast region. IBN’s spokesperson, Edoziuno Chukwunonso, stated this on Tuesday in Owerri, while discussing the House of Representatives’ plan to establish a new state in the Southeast. The group believes that creating the new state would “fix past wrongs and […]
Democracy Day: FG Announces Wednesday as Public Holiday
The Federal Government has announced that Wednesday, June 12, will be a public holiday. The government stated that the public holiday is to celebrate this year’s Democracy Day. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, congratulated Nigerians on the occasion, as mentioned in a statement by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Aishetu Ndayako. The statement “As […]
Many Supermarkets Involved in Misleading Practices – FCCPC Acting EVC, Abdullahi
The acting Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), Adamu Abdullah, discussed the rising costs of goods and services, issues with MultiChoice Nigeria’s tariff hike, and other pressing concerns in an exclusive interview Sunday. “Due to government policies, the prices of goods have surged, making it difficult for […]
Government Increases Security on Third Mainland Bridge to Prevent Vandalism
The Federal Ministry of Works is collaborating with the police to enhance security and prevent vandalism on the Third Mainland Bridge, aiming to protect public infrastructure. The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, assured this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday. Recently, officers from the Rapid […]
American Military Veterans Of Igbo Descent Have Urged The Immediate Release Of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu – The Leader of (IPOB)
American Military Veterans of Igbo descent have urged the immediate release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The group is upset that Kanu remains in detention even though a competent court has ordered his release. This follows a visit by the American Military Veterans of Igbo Descent to […]
Why the Dangote Refinery Can’t Get Enough Crude Oil from IOCs in Nigeria – LCCI
The Lagos State Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has attributed the limited crude oil supply to Dangote Refinery and other local refineries to issues like oil theft and pipeline vandalism. Dr. Chinyere Almona, Director General of LCCI, mentioned these problems in a statement addressing the crude oil supply challenges faced by local refineries in […]
President Tinubu Renames Abuja Road After Chinua Achebe
President Bola Tinubu has approved renaming the M18 road in Guzape District, Abuja, to honor famous writer Chinua Achebe. The President made this announcement during the road’s inauguration in Abuja on Saturday, June 8. This information was shared in a social media post by Olusegun Dada, the Special Assistant to President Tinubu on Social Media. […]