2 days to go… more groups back out of planned hunger protest (Leadership) Barely 48 hours before the start of the planned nationwide protest against hunger and bad governance, several groups in the states have announced their withdrawal from the…
*NIN-SIM verification chaos: NCC orders immediate reactivation of lines (Sun)*Tinubu signs 70k new minimum wage bill into law (Vanguard)
NIN-SIM verification chaos: NCC orders immediate reactivation of lines (Sun) Following widespread complaints of SIM card deactivation due to unresolved NIN-SIM verification issues, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has ordered telecom operators to immediately restore affected lines. Over the weekend,…
Tinubu directs NNPC to sell crude to Dangote Refinery in naira
President Bola Tinubu has directed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to sell crude to Dangote Refinery and other upcoming refineries in Naira. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Publicity, Bayo Onanuga, made this known in a…
Peter Obi decries Nigeria’s economic decline, calls for ethical leadership
Labour Party Presidential Candidate during the 2023 election, Mr. Peter Obi, on Saturday emphasised Nigeria’s leadership deficiencies, echoing the sentiments of late iconic writer, Prof. Chinua Achebe. He argued that Nigeria’s challenges are not due to a lack of resources…
NLNG welcomes cutting-edge vessel, AKTORAS to Bonny Terminal
•Abdulkadir Ahmed, NLNG Shipping and Marine Servies Limited (NSML) MD/CEO (2nd Left) and Andy Odeh NLNG’s GM, External Relations & Sustainable Development (2nd right), during a visit to AKTORAS, NLNG’s chartered newbuild and energy-efficient vessel, during her first voyage to…
Protest: Don’t influence or dictate to the youth on what to do — Peter Obi
•Cautions against violence Labour Party Presidential Candidate in the 2023 election, Mr Peter Obi, has advised Nigerians against trying to influence or dictate to the youth what to do. Obi made these remarks while speaking to the press during the…
Big Brother Naija returns with “Dynamic Duo” theme for 9th season
The highly anticipated reality TV show, Big Brother Naija, launched its ninth season on Sunday, introducing a fresh twist with the theme “Dynamic Duo.” This new installment promises viewers 10 weeks of captivating entertainment and unexpected turns. The premiere night…
No one can deny Nigerians right to protest – Presidency
The Presidency on Sunday said Nigerians reserve the right to peaceful protest. It also said President Bola Tinubu’s administration is poised to serve Nigerians, not “dominate” them. Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, who spoke…
*Terrorists attack Borno police Station, 2 feared killed (Channels)*CSO distances self from nationwide protest, gives reason (Tribune)
Terrorists attack Borno police Station, 2 feared killed (Channels) Suspected Boko Haram terrorists on Sunday attacked Jakana Police Station in the Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State, killing a police driver and a woman. The terrorists also set ablaze…
*Senate mourns Senator Ifeanyi Ubah (Nation)*Ubah: President Tinubu mourns deceased lawmaker (Vanguard)
Senate mourns Senator Ifeanyi Ubah (Nation) The Senate has expressed deep regret over the sudden death of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah (APC – Anambra South) in London. A statement by the Chairman Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Senator Adeyemi…