Ikenna Ngere

The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly criticized Governor Monday Okpebholo for allegedly withholding allocations meant for local government areas (LGAs) in the state, leaving primary school teachers, pensioners, healthcare workers, and other civil servants without their November salaries. In a statement released by the Publicity Secretary of the Edo […]

President Bola Tinubu has departed South Africa following his participation in the 11th Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission session, which he co-chaired alongside President Cyril Ramaphosa. The meeting focused on deepening bilateral relations, particularly in areas such as economic development, security, and cultural exchange. Both leaders emphasized the importance of strengthening ties between their nations, discussing

In response to the persistent killings in Logo Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State by suspected herdsmen, the Senate has called for urgent measures to address insecurity and prevent further violence. Among the directives issued, the Senate urged security agencies to tackle the proliferation of arms across the country and recommended the inclusion of

The Nigerian Senate has approved a bill designed to provide a legal framework for establishing training institutions for the Nigerian Police Force. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the bill was passed after the Committee on Police Affairs presented its report during Wednesday’s plenary session. Senator Abdulhamid Ahmed (APC-Jigawa), chairman of the committee,

The popular Nigerian-born pastor, Tobi Adegboyega, is making headlines after losing his case at the immigration tribunal, leading to a deportation order from the British government. Naija News earlier reported that an immigration tribunal ruled that Tobi Adegboyega, 44, cousin of Star Wars actor John Boyega, will be deported to Nigeria following allegations of financial

   

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has instructed Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) to guarantee seamless cash disbursements to customers, both over-the-counter and via Automated Teller Machines (ATMs). This directive was outlined in a statement co-signed by the Acting Director of Currency Operations, Muhammed Olayemi, and the Acting Director of Branch Operations, Aisha Isa-Olatinwo. According to

A fierce exchange erupted on Wednesday between the aides of former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, over the arrest of human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi. Atiku’s spokesperson, Paul Ibe, criticized the current administration, led by President Bola Tinubu, for allegedly

Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) have been given until January 1, 2025, to complete the upgrade of Standard Transfer Specification (STS) meters for their customers. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) issued the ultimatum during the Fourth Quarter 2024 Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) stakeholders’ meeting, warning that penalties will be imposed on non-compliant operators. In