Federal Government extends free train rides till January 7
The Federal Government has extended the free rides for commuters on all train services to Sunday, January 7, 2024. The Nigerian Railway Corporation had announced the commencement of the free train ride on Thursday, December 21, 2023 for all its passenger services, following the directive of President Bola Tinubu. The announcement indicated that the free […]
Sierra Leone’s ex-president Bai Koroma, charged with treason
Sierra Leone’s ex-President Ernest Bai Koroma has been charged with four offences including treason for his alleged role in a failed military attempt to topple the West African country’s government in November. A court in the capital Freetown affirmed this yesterday, although the decision could escalate tensions in Sierra Leone coming after the attempted coup […]
NNPC Assures Nigerians No plan to Increase PMS Prices
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd. has assured the public that there is no imminent increase in the cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol. NNPC Ltd. urges Nigerians to disregard unfounded rumours and assures them that there are no plans for an upward review of the PMS price. According to […]
FG sets to extend sanction of foreign universities to more countries
Following the SUSPENSION of “accreditation and evaluation” of degree certificates from Benin Republic and Togo, the Federal Government said the sanction would be extended to more countries like Uganda, Kenya and Niger Republic. The development was confirmed by Education Minister, Tahir Mamman during an interview on Wednesday. An undercover journalist had detailed how he acquired […]
NNPC denies having dispute with independent petroleum marketers over an alleged subsidy on PMS
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has denied that it had a dispute with independent petrol marketers over an “alleged subsidy” on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). There were reports that fuel marketers under the aegis of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria clashed with the NNPC over whether the government was still paying […]
CBN discloses new guidelines for cash withdrawals
The Central of Nigeria has disclosed that Cash withdrawals will not be possible from accounts opened for virtual and digital assets transactions. It revealed this in a new ‘Guidelines on Operations of Bank Accounts for Virtual Assets Service Providers.’ According to the bank, Withdrawals from these accounts will only be possible by transfer or through […]
President Bola Tinubu dismisses Halima Shehu over alleged financial misconduct
President Bola Tinubu has approved the immediate suspension and investigation of Ms Halima Shehu, the National Coordinator and CEO of the National Social Investment Program Agency over alleged financial malfeasance. Dr Akindele Egbuwalo, the National N-POWER Program Manager, has been appointed in an acting capacity as NC/CEO pending the conclusion of the investigation. Her suspension […]
Top 99 Nigerian Songs of 2023
1. Davido FT. Musa Keys – Unavailable: Davido teams up with Musa Keys in this melodious track, blending Afrobeats and Amapiano, creating a catchy tune. 2. Burna Boy – City Boys: Burna Boy’s entrancing vocals and captivating beats make “City Boys” a standout anthem, reflecting the essence of city life. 3. Asake – Lonely at […]
Arsenal miss chance to go top of EPL as West Ham win at Emirates
West Ham stunned Arsenal 2-nil last night to record a third successive Premier League victory, denting the Gunners’ title challenge in the process. The result leaves Mikel Arteta’s Gunners second in the table, two points behind league leaders Liverpool, while West Ham end the year with 33 points – their highest total at the halfway […]
Another US State removes Donald Trump from ballot
Maine’s top election official, Secretary of State, Shenna Bellows, has ruled that Donald Trump cannot run for president next year in the state, citing a constitutional insurrection clause. Mrs Bellows said Mr Trump was not eligible because of his actions leading up to the US Capitol riot in 2021. Maine now joins Colorado as the […]