Atiku Criticises Tinubu’s Borrowing, Demands Accountability for Oil Revenue
Nigeria’s former Vice-President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, questioning why the government continues to borrow heavily despite what he says is a substantial increase in oil revenue. In a statement issued through his spokesperson, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said the federal government had […]
Nigeria Belongs to Nigerians, Not Kidnappers, Says Okpebholo Declares”
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has declared that Nigeria does not belong to kidnappers or other criminal elements operating across the country. He made the statement on Sunday during a visit to LoveWorld City (Christ Embassy) in Benin City, where he sought prayers against kidnapping, cultism, and other security challenges. He […]
US Expands Counterterrorism Cooperation with Nigeria, Rubio Says
The United States has increased its counterterrorism cooperation with Nigeria, including joint military operations against Islamic State (IS) militants operating in the country, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said. Speaking before the House Foreign Affairs Committee in Washington on Wednesday, Mr Rubio said the US and Nigerian security forces were working closely together […]
Atiku Urges Tinubu To Secure Release Of Abducted Oyo Pupils, Teachers
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged President Bola Tinubu to immediately instruct all security and intelligence agencies to mobilise every available resource to ensure the unconditional release of the abducted Oyo pupils and teachers. Atiku, in a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, described the […]
Governors Propose ₦100,000 Minimum Wage in Response to Economic Pressure
Nigeria’s state governors have opened discussions on raising the national minimum wage to ₦100,000, in what they say is a response to rising inflation and worsening economic hardship facing workers across the country. The proposal was disclosed on Saturday by the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) and Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, […]
2027: APC Primaries Most Hotly Contested Ever, Says Party Chairman
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Nentawe Yilwatda, has described the party’s ongoing primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections as the most competitive the country has ever witnessed. Speaking after a meeting with Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, Yilwatda said the large number of aspirants contesting for limited […]
Atiku to Tinubu: Stop Presiding Over “A” Government Of Post-Tragedy Press Statements
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Amid the recent wave of killings and kidnappings sweeping across the country, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has sharply criticised President Bola Tinubu, urging him to take decisive action against the worsening insecurity. He said Nigerians are tired of what he described as “empty threats” and “obituary statements” from the government, pointing […]
It’s Not Decent”: Ibiyeomie Issues Strict Warning Against Gum Chewing In Church
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Founder and presiding pastor of Salvation Ministries, Pastor David Ibiyeomie, has warned members of his congregation against chewing gum, drinking water, and using mobile phones during church services, saying such acts shows a lack of reverence to God. In a video shared on X by user #dammiedammie35, the cleric said worshippers must […]
Tinubu Nominates Joseph Tegbe as Minister of Power
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Mr. Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power, subject to confirmation by the Senate. The nomination has been transmitted to the Senate for screening and confirmation in accordance with the Constitution. The announcement was made by Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga in a statement released to newsmen on Thursday, 30th […]
Breaking: Tinubu Sacks Finance Minister Wale Edun, Housing Minister Dangiwa, Elevates Taiwo Oyedele
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has relieved Mr. Wale Edun of his duties as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, appointing tax reform architect Mr. Taiwo Oyedele as his successor. The reshuffle, announced Tuesday via a memo from Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, also saw the removal of […]