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Reps quizz FCTA over ‘park and pay’ policy
The House of Representatives Committee on Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has quizzed the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) over the reintroduction of the ‘park and pay’ policy in the territory. In an interactive session with Chinedum Elechi, Mandate Secretary in charge of the Transportation Secretariat, the committee chaired by Rep Muktar Aliyu Betara, asked the
Dangote refinery must not fail, Kwankwaso tells FG
Presidential Candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 General Elections and the leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has reacted to the ongoing feud between the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Dangote Refinery, Aliko Dangote, and national oil regulators. Dangote and Nigeria’s regulatory authorities have been in dispute in recent
Kaduna PDP aspirant vows to unite party members ahead 2027 elections
Waziri Ashafa, one of the candidates for the chairmanship of the Kaduna state chapter of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has kicked against micro-zoning of positions in the forthcoming congresses. Addressing a press conference in Kaduna on Wednesday, Ashafa vowed to unite the party members ahead of the 2027 elections. He said while zoning
It’s too early to protest against Tinubu – Uzodimma
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has said advised those planning to protest against the President Bola Tinubu administration to shelve the idea, saying it is too early for such. Addressing State House Reporters after presenting the former Senate President Pius Anyim to, on Wednesday, Uzodimma said the South East Governors were against the protest
I’m not bothered by social media attacks – Dapo Abiodun
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, says he is not perturbed by the recent attacks and criticism on him and his government over deplorable conditions of some roads across the state. Early this month, the social media especially X (formerly twitter) was awashed with pictures and videos of bad roads across the state, as Abiodun topped
Protest: Tinubu’s govt needs more time, Oba of Benin tells Nigerians
The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewaure II, has appealed to the Nigerian youths to shelve the planned protest slated for August 1, 2024. In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Osaigbovo Iguobaro, the first-class monarch noted it takes a while for things to get better. He appealed to aggrieved Nigerians to give
EU moves to boost capacity of teachers in Katsina, Adamawa, Enugu, others
The European Union (EU) has launched the second phase of its education programme tagged “Expand, Integrate and Strengthen Systems (EISS),” to build the capacity of Nigerian teachers. At the launch of the Programme in Abuja, EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ms Samuela Isopi, said the second phase of the programme which focuses on teachers,
Dialogue with protest planners, Reps Minority Caucus tells FG
The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to dialogue with planned protesters to address their concerns. Speaking to journalists, Chairman of the caucus, Rep. Kingsley Chinda (PDP, Rivers) stated that, the call was part of the caucus’ resolution after their dinner held in Abuja on Monday. He added
Asake to perform at O2 Arena for second time
Music sensation, Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, will perform for the second time at the iconic 02 Arena in London for an event slated for Sept. 21. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the O2 Arena, commonly known as ‘The O2’, is a multi-purpose indoor arena in the centre of the 02
Abuja property: Abacha’s family appeals against Tinubu, Wike, FCDA
The family of the late former Head of State, Gen Sani Abacha, has appealed the judgement of a Federal High Court in Abuja which dismissed its claim over an Abuja property. Justice Peter Lifu had on July 19 ruled that the family lacked the locus standi to file the suit challenging the revocation of its
Tinubu commissions National Cybercrime Centre
President Bola Tinubu has commissioned the ultramodern and digitalised National Cybercrime Centre to strengthen the efficiency of law enforcement agencies in the country. The president’s address was read by the Minister of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, at the cybercrime centre in Abuja. He stated that the government is committed to investing
Tinubu commissions National Cybercrime Centre
2024 Olympics: VAR drama as Argentina vs Morocco match restarts after 2hrs
An Olympic men’s football match between Argentina and Morocco had to be restarted after almost two hours following VAR drama. The game had apparently ended 2-2 in Saint-Etienne. Cristian Medina thought he had rescued a draw for Argentina in the 16th minute of added time. There was a pitch invasion after the goal, but after
2024 Olympics: VAR drama as Argentina vs Morocco match restarts after 2hrs
Netflix increases subscription prices for Nigerian users
Barely three months after the recent price hike, Netflix has again increased subscription fees in Nigeria. The new increment affects all subscription packages with a significant percentage across the board. The development, according to Netflix, was to accelerate its revenue and earnings growth to support the expansion of content offerings. With the latest price increase,
Netflix increases subscription prices for Nigerian users
Tinubu assents to North-West, South-East Development Commission bills
President Bola Tinubu has signed into law bills to accelerate development across geopolitical zones in the country. The president first assented to the North-West Development Commission (Establishment) Bill 2024, then the South-East Development Commission (Establishment) Bill 2023. A statement by the presidency on Wednesday explained that the North-West Development Commission is set up to facilitate
Tinubu assents to North-West, South-East Development Commission bills
Troops neutralise two terrorists, recover arms in Kaduna
Troops of the Nigerian Army deployed for counter-terrorism operations in Kaduna State have successfully neutralised two terrorists. The troops also recovered arms following a swift and decisive ambush operation conducted in the early hours of Wednesday, July 24, 2024. This was contained in a statement on the Department of Army Public Relations platform on Wednesday
Troops neutralise two terrorists, recover arms in Kaduna
Court jails man for spraying naira notes
Justice M. A. Oyetenu of the Federal High Court sitting in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital, has convicted one Etiusen Stephen for spraying naira notes. DAILY POST reports that the convict was arraigned on July 19, 2024, on a two-count charge bordering on naira abuse. He was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,
Court jails man for spraying naira notes
Ten Hag names 29-man squad for Man Utd’s pre-season tour Full list
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag will travel with 29 players for the club’s pre-season tour of the US this summer. Ten Hag has opted for a blend of experience and youth in his selection. The Red Devils will play Arsenal in Los Angeles on July 28 and Real Betis on August 1 in San
Ten Hag names 29-man squad for Man Utd’s pre-season tour Full list
I’m making plans to join APC – Atiku’s former Spokesman, Bwala
Former spokesman to the Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Daniel Bwala has opened up on his defection plans, saying he would soon cross over to the ruling All Progressive Congress, APC. He made the declaration on Wednesday, shortly after meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the State House Abuja. Confirming the move,
I’m making plans to join APC – Atiku’s former Spokesman, Bwala
Edo govt rejects APC’s calls to put Gov Obaseki on security watch list
The Edo State Government has rejected the call by the State’s leadership of the All Progressives Congress, APC, that the Federal Government put Governor Godwin Obaseki on a security watch list, ahead of the proposed August 1, 2024, nationwide protest by some youths over the economic hardship in the country. DAILY POST reports that the
Edo govt rejects APC’s calls to put Gov Obaseki on security watch list
Transfer: Calafiori to join Arsenal squad for US pre-season tour
Riccardo Calafiori is set to join up with the Arsenal squad when all the details of his transfer from Bologna are sorted out on Wednesday. The two clubs have exchanged documents for the defender’s sale, The Athletic reports. Calafiori will now undergo medicals with the Gunners ahead of a summer move. The deal is expected
Transfer: Calafiori to join Arsenal squad for US pre-season tour
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