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An unidentified man reportedly climbed a mast on Katampe Hill in Abuja on Monday, declaring that he was willing to sacrifice his life to solve the problem of Nigerians. According to a suicide note left at the foot of the mast, he asked for the return of the fuel subsidy, among other requests for the government to ease the burden …

Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has urged Nigerian athletes to do their best at the upcoming 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. He delivered this message on Monday in Abuja during the official handover and farewell ceremony of the Nigerian Team contingent heading to the Olympics. In his speech, Senator Enoh encouraged the athletes to strive for …

Vice President of Oil and Gas, Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), Devakumar Edwin, has reiterated the company’s promise that it will commence production of premium motor spirit (PMS), this month (July). Devakumar reiterated the pledge while speaking to media persons during a visit by officials of international financial analysis firm, S&P Global, to the Dangote Refinery in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos as part …

EFCC calls on Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria and others to put Yahaya Bello on watch list The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has asked INTERPOL in Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, Sudan and Algeria to place former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello on its watch list. The Nation reports that the anti-corruption agency made the decision based on credible information. Sources …

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), led by Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, reiterated its support for the governors elected under its banner on Monday, assuring that their interests would remain a top priority under the leadership of the party. During a visit to the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja, Senator Hope Uzodinma, Chairman of the Progressive …

The Rivers State House of Representatives under the leadership of Martins Amaewhule has accused Governor Siminialayi Fubara of violating the provisions of the 1999 Constitution as amended. In a letter dated July 8, 2024, signed by Faction Leader Martins Amaewhule and sent to Governor Fubara on Monday, the Assembly pointed out several actions by the governor that allegedly violated the …

The Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, on Monday, issued an ex-parte interim order restraining the state Chief Justice and the Clerk of the state House of Representatives from recognizing the Martins Amaewhule-led state House of Representatives. Justice Jumbo Stephen issued the order, which also prohibits them from dealing with Amaewhule and 26 others as members of the …

Senator on Monday unveils comprehensive plan to transform Edo State economy On Monday, Senator Okpebholo, the APC governorship aspirant, unveiled a comprehensive economic blueprint designed to transform Edo State into a hub of economic growth and development. PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS Diversification Senator Okpebholo’s plan aims to reduce the state’s dependence on oil by promoting alternative industries such as agriculture, tourism and …

A man, whose identity is still being withheld, on Monday, climbed a pole on Katampe Hill in Abuja, declaring his readiness to sacrifice his life to solve the problems facing Nigerians. According to a suicide note found at the base of the ship’s mast, he demanded the restoration of fuel subsidies among other measures to alleviate the hardships facing Nigerians. …

Social media users in Kogi State have slammed Governor Usman Ododo and the Member of the House of Representatives representing Ikeja Federal Constituency in Lagos State, Honourable James Abiodun Faleke, over alleged conspiracy to misuse state funds. Using the trending hashtag !#kogirejectsfalake, Kogi netizens accused the two of being involved in shady dealings with former Governor Yahaya Bello to defraud …