President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Jamiu Abiola as the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Linguistics and Foreign Matters. Abiola is one of the children of the winner of the 1993 presidential election annulled by General Ibrahim Babangida, the late Chief Moshood Abiola. He was formerly appointed the Special Assistant to …
Yahaya Bello, others to remain in EFCC custody till December 10
Justice Maryann Anenih of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, has fixed December 10 for ruling in the bail applications by former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello and two others. The Judge fixed the date after taking arguments for and against the bail request by Bello’s lawyer, Joseph Bodunde Dauda, SAN, and …
Gov Okpebholo inspects schools, mocks ex-Gov Obaseki’s EdoBest program
The Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo on Wednesday embarked on an inspection of schools in the state, describing the EdoBest project of the immediate past government led by Godwin Obaseki as “PDP EdoBest”. Governor Okpebholo who frowned at the deplorable conditions of facilities at the schools inspected opined that the EdoBest initiative of his predecessor …
University of Ibadan decorates Gov. Oyebanjo as ambassador
Ekiti State Governor Mr Biodun Oyebanji has been decorated with the prestigious University of Ibadan UI@75 Ambassador in recognition of his exemplary leadership and outstanding contributions to the development of education, good governance, community welfare, as well as national development. Presenting the award at a brief ceremony at the Executive Council Chamber, Governor’s Office, in …
Gov. Okpebholo dissolves Edo LG service commission
As part of moves aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency in the public service sector, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okphebholo, has approved the immediate dissolution of Local Government Service Commission. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Fred Itua said the development “is part of Governor Okpebholo’s ongoing reforms designed to …
CAF Confederation Cup: Enyimba off to Egypt for Al Masry clash
Enyimba have departed the country for their CAF Confederation Cup opening Group D fixture against Al Masry of Egypt. The People’s Elephant left the Victor Attah International Airport, Uyo aboard a United Airlines flight for Abuja on Saturday morning. The contingent will then connect a direct flight to Cairo from Abuja. The players and their …
President Tinubu depart Brazil after G20 summit
President Bola Tinubu and his wife, Oluremi, have departed Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, after participating in the 2024 G-20 leaders’ summit. During the summit, held from Monday, November 18, to Tuesday, November 19, 2024, Tinubu engaged in bilateral discussions to advance Nigeria’s socio-economic reforms. The G20 summit, hosted by Brazilian President Lula da Silva, focused …
Reps reject bill to create 6 year single term for president, governors
The House of Representatives has rejected the second reading of a bill seeking to provide a single term of six years for president and governors. It was rejected by the House at the plenary on Thursday. The bill is sponsored by Rep. Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere and 33 others. It also seeks to provide that, all …
N’Assembly passes RMAFC reform bill, approves life sentences for drug offenders
The National Assembly has amended the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Act, prescribing life imprisonment for drug offenders and traffickers. This decision followed the adoption of the harmonised report by the Senate and House of Representatives on the NDLEA Act amendment. Presenting the report, the Chairman of the Senate Conference Committee, Senator Tahir Monguno, explained …
Nigerian Senate approves Tinubu’s 1.77 trillion loan request
The request which was submitted by the President on Tuesday is part of a fresh external borrowing plan to partially finance the N9.7 trillion budget deficit for the 2024 fiscal year. The Senate has granted approval to the ₦1.77 trillion ($2.2b) loan request of President Bola Tinubu after a voice vote in favor of the …