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Tinubu Advocates for N2tn Investment in Power Sector and Tariff Reassessment

By Zainab Sulaimon / Energy / October 31, 2023, 1:33 pm

On Monday, President Bola Tinubu expressed concerns over the state of Nigeria’s power sector, highlighting that despite a decade since its privatisation, the national grid only caters to roughly 15% of the nation’s electricity needs. Addressing the Nigeria Electricity Supply Industry market participants and stakeholders, Tinubu emphasised the urgent need for the recapitalisation of power …

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NBC Collaborates with Seven Northern States to Address Border Insecurity

By Sharon Chima / National News / October 31, 2023, 12:22 pm

The National Boundary Commission (NBC) has formed a partnership with seven Northern States that share borders with the Niger Republic. This collaboration aims to tackle the growing insecurity issues and promote economic cooperation and integration within Africa. The announcement was made during a workshop in Sokoto, where the theme was “Transforming borders from barriers of …

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UK Court Postpones Diezani Alison-Madueke’s Bribery Hearing to 2025

By Nissi Nwaozuzu / Corruption / October 31, 2023, 11:21 am

The Westminster Magistrates Court in the UK has decided to defer the hearing of the alleged bribery case involving Nigeria’s former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, to November 2025. Alison-Madueke was presented before the court on October 2, 2023, after being indicted on bribery charges totalling £100,000, stemming from a National Crime Agency (NCA) …

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Kano’s Health Crisis: Only 1,300 Doctors for Over 20 Million Residents

By Felicia Komeja / Health / October 31, 2023, 10:10 am

The Nigerian Medical Association’s Kano State Chapter has raised alarms over the severe shortage of medical professionals in the state. Despite Kano being the most populous state in Northern Nigeria, boasting an estimated population of over 15 million according to the National Population Commission, there are only 1,300 doctors actively serving the community. This stark …

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Federal Government and IFC Join Forces to Boost Housing Development

By Celima Sulaimon / Housing / October 31, 2023, 9:23 am

The Federal Government has announced its commitment to fostering an environment conducive to greater private sector investment in housing and urban development. This initiative is in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and aims to facilitate private developers in accessing funds through IFC mechanisms, thereby enhancing the availability of affordable housing for Nigerians. This …

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APC Reports Labour Party Leaders to NBA; LP Responds Strongly

By Ubaso Nwaozuzu / Legal / October 31, 2023, 8:16 am

The dominant All Progressives Congress (APC) has approached the disciplinary committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) over comments they deemed derogatory towards the Supreme Court justices. These remarks were made by Julius Abure, the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), and Kenneth Okonkwo, a spokesperson for the party’s campaign council. Senator Ajibola Basiru, …

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Naira Gains Momentum as Importers Turn to Parallel Market

By Felicia Komeja / Economy / October 31, 2023, 7:07 am

Despite the Central Bank of Nigeria’s recent decision to lift the forex ban on the importation of 43 items, importers are once again seeking forex from the parallel market due to ongoing liquidity issues in the official market. This shift comes in the wake of the naira’s recent appreciation in the parallel market. Data from …

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President Tinubu Expresses Unwavering Trust in Chief of Staff Amidst Allegations

By Sharon Chima / National News / October 30, 2023, 7:57 pm

President Bola Tinubu, during a recent Federal Executive Council meeting in Abuja, voiced his “absolute confidence” in the integrity of his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila. This statement comes in the wake of reports suggesting that Gbajabiamila might be facing an integrity crisis. Allegations have surfaced that he has been “trading off appointments in the …

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Edo Assembly Gates Closed by Protesting Parliamentary Staff

By Nissi Nwaozuzu / Local News / October 30, 2023, 7:50 pm

On Monday, the Edo State House of Assembly witnessed a significant disruption as members of the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN) in Edo State closed its gates. This action was in response to the expiration of the ultimatum set for the implementation of financial autonomy across legislative houses nationwide. The protest escalated, blocking lawmakers …

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Rivers State Governor Claims Direct Attack by Security Agencies

By Felicia Komeja / Politics / October 30, 2023, 7:42 pm

Similanyi Fubara, the Governor of Rivers State, has levelled serious accusations against security agencies, claiming they directly targeted him. This revelation came to light during a meeting with his supporters, amidst the ongoing political turmoil in the state. The crisis intensified following the removal of Edie Edison as the Majority Leader of the Rivers House …

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