THE staff of University of Cross River State, Unicross, today trooped out to jubilate the sack of the Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Augustine Amgba The workers under the auspices of three unions: Academic Staff Union of Universities, Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities ,SSANU, and Non Academic Staff […]
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Generator fumes kill mother, son in Delta, daughter hospitalised
The Delta State Police command has warned the public about the dangers of generator fumes and urged them to be careful.This warning comes after an incident in which a mother and son lost their lives while using a generator inside their house during rainfall.According to a statement signed by the […]
TUC Warns of Nationwide Shutdown Over Cybersecurity Levy”
The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has threatened a massive protest that will shut down the Nigerian economy should the Federal Government fail to cancel the controversial cybersecurity levy recently introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria. The TUC in a statement signed by its President, Festus Osifo, today, slammed the […]
Putin begins his fifth term as president, more in control of Russia than ever
On the Foreign Scene President Vladimir Putin has begun his fifth term as Russian president in a lavish Kremlin ceremony, consolidating his grip on power after years of political maneuvering and military actions. Putin’s inauguration marks another six years at the helm, amidst global tensions and controversies. At the Grand […]
Nigerians react to new 0.5% cybersecurity levy
Following the instruction of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) , with its directive to impose a 0.5% cybersecurity levy on transactions, widespread discontent has spread among Nigerians already grappling with economic nchallenges. The levy, which the CBN says is aimed at bolstering cybersecurity measures, has faced vehement opposition from […]
Central Bank of Nigeria Introduces New Levies
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has instructed deposit money banks across the country to begin charging a 0.5% cybersecurity levy on transactions. The levy shall be applied at the point of electronic transfer origination, then deducted and remitted by the financial institution. The deducted amount shall be reflected in […]
CBN issues July 7 deadline for PoS operators to register with CAC
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has set a deadline of July 7, 2024, for Point of Sales (PoS) operators to complete registration with the Corporate Affairs Corporation (CAC), with the aim of safeguarding the businesses of Fintech’s customers and strengthening the economy. This directive, announced during a meeting between […]
Rivers APC Asks Assembly To Resume Impeachment Proceedings Against Fubara
In a recent development, the Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is calling for the resumption of impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The party’s caretaker Chairman, Tony Okocha, emphasized this demand during a press conference held in Port Harcourt on Tuesday. Okocha said it will be […]
Community Crys out over Worsening Erosion Due To Sand Mining Activities
Indigenes of Amakor village in Nanka, Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State have voiced concerns over the detrimental impact of erosion in their community due to sand mining activities. Leaders of the village, represented by the Amakor Njikoka Development Union, issued a press release, attributing the erosion issue […]
Nwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe Gets New Provost
Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, has announced the appointment of Dr. Justina Chinyere Anyadiegwu as the new Provost of Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe. The appointment of Dr. Justina Chinyere Anyadiegwu reflects the Soludo government’s commitment to promoting meritocracy and fostering the continued growth and development of educational […]