Anambra Assembly Passes LG Administration Bill, Economic Planning and Development Bill, 2024 By Chizoba Okeke Anambra State House of Assembly has passed the Anambra State Local Government Administration Bill, 2024. The Bill was passed during a plenary session following the presentation and consideration of the report by the Joint House […]
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Brigade Commander Locked In Guardroom In Abuja Over Alleged Diversion Of Soldiers’ Rice, Selling Of Military Vehicles, Generators, Other Items
Brigade Commander Locked In Guardroom In Abuja Over Alleged Diversion Of Soldiers’ Rice, Selling Of Military Vehicles, Generators, Other Items The Commander of 3 Brigade Kano, Brigadier General M.A. Sadiq, has been detained in a military police Guardroom in Abuja over alleged diversion of rice palliatives, selling of military equipment, […]
Ferry Manager Arrested For Alleged Negligence Following Recent Lagos Boat Mishap
Ferry Manager Arrested For Alleged Negligence Following Recent Lagos Boat Mishap The Manager of a ferry that capsized in Lagos on Monday has been arrested for alleged negligence and failure to comply with safety regulations. The Lagos Area Manager of the National Inland Waterways Authority, NIWA, Mrs. Sarat Braimah, disclosed […]
Three Suspects Arraigned For Defiling 15-yr-old Girl
Three Suspects Arraigned For Defiling 15-yr-old Girl Three suspects have been arraigned at the Festac Police Division of Lagos State for defiling a 15 year old girl. A complainant reported on behalf of the 15-year-old female against one Vincent Omar, aged 22, Leonard Nwodo aged 30, and Henry Chiokwe aged […]
NOA begins sensitisation on new national anthem
The National Orientation Agency has launched a nationwide campaign to promote Nigeria’s new national anthem and values charter. At the unveiling in Enugu, Director Clara Nwachukwu emphasized the importance of national identity amid Nigeria’s diverse ethnic landscape. She stated that while acknowledging cultural differences is vital, unity should be prioritized. […]
Nigeria Capital Importation Q2 2024
Nigeria attracted nearly $6 billion in foreign investments during the first half of 2024. This is according to the National Bureau of Statistics. However, capital importation dropped by 22.85% in the second quarter, totaling $2.6 billion, down from $3.38 billion in the first quarter. The decline is attributed to challenges […]
FG designates Air Peace, Caverton to operate Nigeria-Brazil flights
The Federal Government has designated two Nigerian airlines, Air Peace and Caverton, to operate direct flights between Nigeria and Brazil. This decision follows discussions between Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo and Brazilian Ambassador Carlos Garcete to activate the Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA). The initiative aims to enhance air connectivity and […]
Central Bank Reassures The Public of Safety of Nigerian Banks
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reassured the public that Nigerian banks are safe, addressing recent false allegations against Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO). In a statement made available on Tuesday, CBN emphasized its commitment to maintaining financial stability and protecting customer deposits. Hakama Sidi Ali, acting director of […]
African Leaders To Meet In Kigali To Address Challenges Facing The Continent
On Foreign News Wamkele Mene, Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), has predicted that intra-Africa trade could double in the next five years. The AfCFTA, which encompasses 54 of 55 African Union member countries, aims to enhance economic growth and investment across the continent. Despite its […]
On Entertainment, Idris Elba Calls For Local Support For African Films
On Entertainment Idris Elba has taken center stage at the Africa Cinema Summit in Accra, Ghana, advocating for the future of African cinema. The Golden Globe-winning actor, whose roots trace back to Sierra Leone and Ghana, emphasized the continent’s rich film heritage and the need for better infrastructure and distribution […]