One of businessman, Elon Musk’s trusted staffers at his Department of Government Efficiency has resigned after now-deleted racist social media posts resurfaced. Marko Elez, a 25-year-old software engineer, was working inside the Treasury Department to cut costs and root out fraud, as part of Musk’s DOGE effort. Elez, who formerly worked at Musk companies X …
On his own, El-Rufai might not even secure a Senate seat – Presidency reacts to alleged plans to unseat Tinubu
The presidency has stated that Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna, lacks the influence to “unsettle” President Bola Tinubu. The Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala made the remarks during an interview with TVC News stating that the former Kaduna State governor cannot win even a senate seat talk more …
Marcus Jordan breaks his silence after his embarrassing DUI and cocaine possession arrest
The 34-year-old son of NBA legend Michael Jordan widely regarded as the greatest basketball player of all time took to his X (formally Twitter account) to make his first statement since his run-in with the law. He wrote: ‘I appreciate everyone reaching out. I’m focusing on @TrophyRoomStore right now and won’t be making any …
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese promises $842 million cash injection for the Northern Territory
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has made a landmark funding announcement in the Northern Territory, promising $842 million in funding for the territory over six years. He announced the cash injection at a press conference in Alice Springs this morning, saying the investment will be focused on closing the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians 9 …
It will be premature to resume oil exploration in Ogoni land – Dakuku Peterside reacts to Federal Government’s move
A former governorship candidate of the All-Progressives Congress, APC, in Rivers State, Dakuku Peterside, has kicked against the resumption of oil exploration in Ogoniland. President Bola Tinubu had on Monday, February 3, signed a bill establishing the Federal University of Environment and Technology (FUET) in Ogoni and pledged more support for the community. Tinubu said …
Edo Govt suspends Attorney-General, LG Commission chair
Edo State Government has suspended its Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Samson Osagie and the Chairman of the Local Government Service Commission, Damian Lawani. The Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Musa Ikhilor, made this announcement in a statement in Benin on Thursday morning, February 6. Ikhilor said the two state top officials were suspended …
Argentina moves to withdraw from WHO after US exit
Argentina has revealed plans to pull out of the World Health Organization, WHO following US President Donald Trump’s executive order last month to pull the United States out of the global health group. Trump, who Argentina’s libertarian President Javier Milei considers a close ally, moved to exit the organization on his first day in office …
One dead, 15 arrested trying to enter Canada from US
Canadian police on Wednesday, Feb. 5, said one person died and 15 were arrested trying to enter Canada from the United States in three incidents in recent weeks. The police also highlighted efforts to secure the border as US President Donald Trump demands a crackdown. Royal Canadian Mounted Police Assistant Commissioner Lisa Moreland said during …
CBN restricts BDCs to $25,000 Fx weekly and one dealer bank
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) released new guidelines which permits Bureau de Change (BDC) operators to purchase up to $25,000 weekly from Authorised Dealer Banks (ADBs) to meet retail market demand. In a circular released yesterday, February 5, signed by Dr. W. J. Kanya, the Acting Director of the Trade & Exchange Department at …
Music mogul and Murder Inc. co-founder Irv Gotti has passed away at 54 following a stroke
Irv Gotti, the visionary co-founder of Murder Inc. Records who played a pivotal role in shaping the careers of Ja Rule, Ashanti, and other hip-hop icons, has passed away at the age of 54 after suffering a stroke. His death was confirmed on Wednesday, February 5, following reports that he had previously suffered a stroke …