Femi Falana and Falz Demand a Public Apology From Bobrisky
Human rights activist and lawyer, Femi Falana, and his son, Folarin, popularly known as Falz, have demanded a public apology and retraction of defamatory statements made by the popular crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky. In a letter issued by Falana’s legal representatives, Femi Akinyemi and Taiwo Olawanle, Bobrisky is accused of making false […]
Flamingos Run Riot in FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Opener
Nigeria’s under-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, led by head coach Bankole Olowookere recorded a 4-1 victory against New Zealand, in their opener of the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup campaign. The Flamingos who won a bronze medal at the last edition in India, return to action in their second group game against Ecuador […]
Niger Military Leaders Rename Streets Bearing French Names
Niger’s military leaders have renamed streets and monuments bearing French names, in the latest move to cut links with the country’s former colonial power. Niger’s relationship with France and other Western allies deteriorated after President Mohamed Bazoum was ousted in a coup last year. During the ceremony held in Niamey to mark the various name […]
Sean “Diddy” Faces New Allegations of Rape and Sexual Assault
Sean “Diddy” Combs is facing new allegations of rape, sexual abuse and sexual assault after a series of new lawsuits were filed yesterday. The unnamed accusers allege some of the assaults happened at Diddy’s parties. The incidents alleged in the civil complaints, which were filed in New York federal court, span from 1995 until 2021. […]
Senate Responds to Jigawa Tanker Explosion With New Directive
The Nigerian Senate has expressed shock over the death of over 100 people who were burnt to death while scooping fuel from a fallen truck near Dutse, the Jigawa state capital. The Senate equally called on the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and the National Emergency Management Agency to provide relief materials to surviving victims of the […]
Senate Denies DSS Invasion of NASS Over Alleged Impeachment Moves
The Nigerian Senate has debunked rumours of impeachment plot against the President of the Senate by unknown aggrieved Senators. Reacting to an online publication which claimed that there were underground moves to remove him from office, Senate President, Godswill Akpabio Described such reports as fake and should be totally disregarded. Our correspondent, Raliat Adenekan reports that […]
FGÂ to Revisit 2009 University Based Union Negotiations
The Federal Government has reestablished a 7member renegotiation committee to address the 2009 agreements with university-based unions. Inaugurating the committee yesterday in Abuja, Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, gave the members three months to conclude negotiations. The committee, chaired by Dr. Yayale Ahmed, comprises representatives from ASUU, SSANU, Non-Academic Staff of Educational and Associated Institutions, and the National Association of Academic Technologists.
FG Unveils Reforms for Economic Growth
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has unveiled an ambitious agenda for economic reform to reduce inflation, create jobs, and foster growth in key sectors. Speaking at the 30th Nigeria Economic Summit (NES30), in Abuja yesterday, the minister said that government was focused on agriculture, manufacturing, oil, and housing as vital drivers of Nigeria’s economy. He said that the intention was to tackle poverty by enhancing agricultural productivity and food security, which is essential to lowering the high inflation rate. Edun added that the government was partnering with the African Development Bank (AfDB) to establish agricultural processing zones, which would provide a robust supply of raw materials for domestic industries.
National Grid Successfully Restored after Collapse
The Transmission Company of Nigeria has announced that the national grid has successfully restored about 90 per cent of bulk power supply across its substations nationwide, following a system collapse that plunged the country into a blackout. Its spokesperson Ndidi Mbah in a statement late yesterday, explained that bulk power supply has been restored to the Abuja axis and other major distribution load centres throughout the country. She noted that while recovery efforts began immediately, there was a setback at approximately 10:24 AM on Tuesday, but the TCN has made significant progress in the recovery process, ensuring that about 90 per cent of its substations nationwide now have bulk power availability. Mbah clarified that the partial disturbance did not impact the Ibom Gas generating station, which had been isolated from the grid.
EFCC Declares Oil Mogul Bolaji Akinduro  Wanted Over Alleged Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared an oil mogul, Bolaji Akinduro, wanted over alleged fraud. The commission’s Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, in a statement at the weekend, said the 51 year old Akinduro, an indigene of Ondo State, whose last known address was 272, Patience Coker Street, Ajose Adeogun, Victoria Island, Lagos State, allegedly obtained money under false pretence and committed stealing by conversion. The antigraft agency appealed to anybody with useful information as to his whereabouts to please contact the commission, through 08093322644; its e-mail info@efcc.gov.ng or the nearest Police Station and other security agencies.