NILGEC
23 Oct
The gradual progress being made in the Senate Legislative Chambers on the proposed enactment of the National Independent Local Government Electoral Commission (NILGEC) is of concern to many watchers of the country’s democracy...
30 Sep
Pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has expressed disapproval of the plan by the Federal Government to establish the National Independent Local Government Electoral Commission (NILGEC) to conduct local council elections in the country.
29 Sep
The pan-Yoruba socio-political organization Afenifere has expressed its disapproval of the proposed move by the federal government to establish the National Independent Local Government Electoral Commission (NILGEC) to conduct local council elections in the country. While describing the proposal as a ploy designed to further push the country into a unitary state, the mainstream Yoruba…
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Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, has accused President Bola Tinubu of masterminding a sinister plot to remove the Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, from office. Frank made the accusation against Tinubu on Thursday in a statement he personally signed after a ruling by a Federal…
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Data from the Piggyvest Savings Report 2024 has shown that the number of Nigerians earning more than N500,000 per month has dropped by 57 per cent over the last year. The report also revealed that the number of Nigerians with a stream of income rose from 61 per cent in 2023 to 71 per cent…
25 mins ago
Suspects brought for arraignment for their participation in the August nationwide protest fainted before Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court in Abuja. The suspects, 75 in number between the ages of 12 and 15, are being charged with 10 counts of terrorism, an attempt to overthrow the government, and alleged mutiny. They were…
31 mins ago
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, Festus Keyamo, has debunked a report that alleged that the House of Representatives called on the Federal Government to stop the issuance of airstrip licenses. The report claimed that lawmakers called for the withdrawal of the approved airstrip license granted to the Living Faith Church known as Winners Chapel…
38 mins ago
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) said that seven ships would berth with crude oil on Friday at the Lagos ports. The NPA, in its “Daily Shipping Position’, said that seven vessels, out of the nine expected, would berth diesel, crude oils bulk urea, petrol and aviation fuel “The remaining two vessels will berth with containers…
38 mins ago
The Nigerian Police Force has revealed that social media personality, Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan (VDM) will appear in court today for unauthorized use of Police uniforms. "In response to recent developments, VDM, whose real name is Mr. Martins Otse, is set to appear in court today following allegations of impersonation related to the unauthorized…
41 mins ago
With 16 days to the forthcoming off-cycle governorship election in Ondo State, the Muslim community on Thursday endorsed Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. The Muslim community, led by prominent Muslim leaders across the state, who converged in Akure, the state capital, hinged its decision on the governor’s performance. While offering prayers for a peaceful election, Sheikh Ahmad…
43 mins ago
Get ready to indulge in a colourful and nourishing Vegan Buddha Bowl that’s not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes! Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavour, this bowl is perfect for a satisfying meal. Let’s get cooking, shall we? Ingredients: For the Bowl: 1 cup quinoa (or your favorite grain) 1…
57 mins ago
Lekki Port has announced that its ongoing development of a Port Single Window and Port Community System exemplifies the nation's maritime industry's shift toward digitalisation, streamlined cargo processes, and enhance efficiency to put Nigeria as the leading maritime hub in West and Central Africa. The Deputy Chief Operating Officer at Lekki Port, Daniel Odibe, emphasised…
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A bill for the establishment of the Dr Umaru Sandah Ahmadu College of Health Technology, Lokoja, 2024 has passed a second reading on the floor of the Kogi State House of Assembly. The bill, which was put on notice and laid before the House on October 3, 2024, and subsequently read for the first time…