President Tinubu Appoints Esther Walson-Jack as New Head of Civil Service
President Tinubu has named Esther Walson-Jack as the new Head of the Civil Service, starting August 14, 2024. The announcement was made by Tinubu’s spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale. Esther Walson-Jack has been a Federal Permanent Secretary since 2017 and has worked in various ministries. She will take over from Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, who is set to […]
Port Harcourt Refinery Shut Down by Local Youths Over Unemployment Concerns
Youths from the Alesa and Alode communities in Eleme have taken a stand against the Port Harcourt Refinery, shutting down its operations to demand job opportunities. Despite the refinery undergoing rehabilitation, these community members are frustrated with the lack of employment provided to local residents. For two days, hundreds of youths blocked the main entrance […]
President Tinubu Urges National Assembly to Increase 2024 Budget by N6.2 Trillion
President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the National Assembly to consider a significant increase of N6.2 trillion in the 2024 appropriation act. This adjustment, announced during a recent session by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, raises the proposed budget to N34.9 trillion, up from the original N28.7 trillion. Tinubu’s proposal allocates N3.2 trillion towards infrastructure initiatives […]
Just in: Tinubu Launches Student Loan Scheme at Aso Rock
In a significant development, Bola Tinubu has launched a new student loan scheme at the State House in Abuja. The scheme, which involves an initial ₦35 billion allocation, aims to benefit 70,000 students through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund). At a recent meeting in Abuja, Jim Ovia, appointed by Tinubu to chair the NELFund’s […]
Anambra Lawyer Pleads Not Guilty to Child Abuse Charges
In a distressing case of alleged child abuse, a 35-year-old lawyer, Adachukwu Okafor, has pleaded not guilty to charges brought against her by the Anambra State Government. The case is being heard at the Children, Sexual and Gender-based Violence Court in Awka. The allegations involve severe physical abuse of an 11-year-old girl, Happiness Nwafor, who […]
Court Decision on Arabic Inscriptions on Naira Notes
In a recent decision by the Federal High Court in Lagos, Judge Yellin Bogoro dismissed a lawsuit challenging the use of Arabic inscriptions on Nigerian Naira notes. The case, filed by Lagos-based lawyer Malcom Omirhobo, raised concerns about the inclusion of Arabic alongside Nigeria’s official languages—English, Yoruba, Hausa, and Igbo. Judge Bogoro emphasized that the […]
Binance Executive Tigran Gambaryan Appears in Court in a Wheelchair
On July 16, Tigran Gambaryan, an executive from Binance Holdings Limited, made a dramatic entrance to the Federal High Court in Abuja, arriving in a wheelchair. Gambaryan and Binance are facing serious money laundering charges brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Despite arriving in a wheelchair, Gambaryan demonstrated his determination by standing […]
Nigerians Must Show $10K Balance and Pay ₦640k for Document Verification Number to Obtain UAE Visa
On July 15, Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced the resolution of a three-year-long dispute between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This resolution means that travel between the two nations can resume, but with new and updated requirements for Nigerians seeking a UAE visa. Here’s a breakdown of what […]
Nnamdi Kanu ill with Low Blood Pressure, DSS Denies Doctor Access – Ejimakor
Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), is currently facing serious health issues. His lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, has raised concerns about Kanu’s well-being, revealing that he is suffering from low blood pressure, shortness of breath, and general weakness. Despite these alarming symptoms, the Department of State Services (DSS) has denied Kanu […]
Governor Sanwo-Olu’s Generous Gesture: #100,000 Gift for Corps Members and N5bn Pledge for NYSC Permanent Site
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has demonstrated his commitment to the welfare of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members with a heartfelt farewell gesture. During the Passing-Out Parade for the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream I Corps Members at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Iyana Ipaja, Governor Sanwo-Olu announced a parting gift of N100,000 for […]