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‘What Do You Say Of A President Who Comes Into Office Without A Plan?’ – Obasanjo Slams Tinubu Government

Anthony Ogbekile2 years ago2 years ago012 mins

Obasanjo disclosed that the country is grappling with a “deficit in leadership,” attributing the current crisis to poor governance, economic mismanagement, and rampant corruption. Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has again condemned the current leadership in Nigeria, while inferring that President Bola Tinubu came into office without a coherent plan, which has exacerbated the nation’s economic…

Five die as Bus Catches Fire On Abakaliki-Enugu Road

Anthony Ogbekile2 years ago2 years ago02 mins

The State Police Public Relations Officer, Joshua Ukandu, who confirmed the incident to journalists in Abakaliki, said the accident involved a fully-loaded commercial bus travelling from Enugu. A tragic motor accident along the Abakaliki-Enugu expressway, Ebonyi State, has claimed at least five lives and injured seven others. The incident occurred at the G-Hostel axis along…

Presidency Reacts As Tinubu, Atiku Meet In Abuja

Anthony Ogbekile2 years ago02 mins

President Bola Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who were political opponents in the 2023 presidential election, met on Friday at a public event in Abuja. The meeting took place at the National Mosque during the wedding ceremony of Senator Danjuma Goje’s daughter. The gathering was attended by several high-profile political figures, including the…

“You Cannot Islamize Nigeria” — Lawmakers Clash Over Bill To Pass Shariah Law, Impose Muslim/Islamic Governance In Nigeria

Anthony Ogbekile2 years ago2 years ago03 mins

In a heated House of Representatives session, Nigerian lawmakers clashed over a controversial bill to pass Shariah Law in Nigeria. The proposed bill, introduced by Rep. Aliyu Missau, sought to amend sections of the Nigerian Constitution to remove the word “personal” from the provisions related to Sharia law, which would have broadened its application beyond…

Gov. Umaru Bago Approves N80,000 Minimum Wage For Niger State Workers

Echezona Okafor2 years ago02 mins

… Effective From November, 2024. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago approves N80,000 Minimum Wage for Niger State Civil servants. The Governor discloses this shortly after meeting with the Organised Labour in the State in Government House, Minna. He says the payment would be for both the State and the Local government Civil Servants, effective from November,…

Former Imo Gov. Ihedioha Pays Tribute To Late NEC Chairman Humphrey Nwosu

Echezona Okafor2 years ago02 mins

Professor Humphrey Nwosu, former chairman of the National Electoral Commission (NEC) – now the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) – has passed away at the age of 83. Former Imo State Governor Emeka Ihedioha expressed deep sorrow over Nwosu’s death, describing him as a man of remarkable integrity, honor, and character. Reflecting on Nwosu’s tenure…

FG Approves Creative Economy Development Fund and Intellectual Property Monetisation Pilot

Echezona Okafor2 years ago01 mins

The Federal Executive Council has approved the establishment of the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) and the implementation of the Intellectual Property (IP) Monetisation Pilot. The approval was made on Thursday at the Federal Executive Council meeting chaired by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The CEDF objective is to provide funding to creatives through various financial…

Resident of Umuapu Community In Imo Stage Protest Over Dangerous Road Conditions

Echezona Okafor2 years ago02 mins

… Demand Urgent Intervention From Federal State Government Happening live in Imo State, the residents of Umuapu Community in Ohaji Egbema Local Government Area have taken to the streets along the busy Owerri-Port Harcourt road to protest the deteriorating conditions of their roads. The situation has become a daily hazard, with multiple reports of containers…

Erosion: Soludo Urges FG To Declare State Of Emergency On Enugu-Onitsha Expressway

Echezona Okafor2 years ago02 mins

Governor Chukwuma Soludo has raised concerns over the widening erosion on Anambra Airport axis of Enugu-Onitsha Expressway. Governor Soludo visited the erosion site to ascertain the level of damage on the road project which seems to have been abandoned by the construction firm. Governor Soludo said it has become imperative to raise concerns over the…

Our Support And Efforts Is To Make Anambra Markets More Conducive For Trading – NUMTEN Assures Traders

Echezona Okafor2 years ago06 mins

National Union of Market Traders Employers of Nigeria (NUMTEN) has reassured market stakeholders in Anambra state of its preparedness to complement their efforts at making the market arena more conducive for trading in the state. National President, Comrade Ogu James Chukwuma gave the assurance over the weekend during the inauguration ceremony of state and local…