2 mn read The proposed bill authored by Akin Fapohunda, titled “A Bill for an Act to Substitute the Annexure to Decree 24 of 1999 with New Governance Model for the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” aims to fundamentally reshape Nigeria’s governance structure by reintroducing regionalism. Here are the key points and provisions of the bill: 1. **Introduction of […]
< 1 mn read Former Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, recently celebrated Nigeria’s creative industry as a pivotal sector driving economic growth and cultural influence on a global scale. Speaking at the “Giessen Meets The World” forum organized by the IHK Giessen-Friedberg Chambers of Commerce and Industry in Germany, Mohammed highlighted several key points: 1. **Significant […]
< 1 mn read The Police Command in Kano State has taken a proactive step by banning Durbar activities during the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. This decision, as articulated by Usaini Gumel, the state Commissioner of Police, aims to uphold peace amidst security concerns related to the Kano Emirateship Tussle. In a statement issued on Thursday, Gumel emphasized that the […]
< 1 mn read The incident where a suspected thief was caught stealing yams and subsequently forced to sell them at a market has stirred various reactions on social media. Eyewitnesses reported that the thief was tied to a rope, made to carry the stolen yams in a head pan, and paraded around the market. He was then compelled […]
< 1 mn read The coalition of civil society organizations has applauded Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and Hon. Kabiru Bichi for their exemplary leadership roles in the 10th National Assembly, particularly highlighting their contributions to legislation, oversight, and representation. During a press conference held on Thursday, June 13, the Africa Centre for Human Rights and Justice, the Centre for Social […]
< 1 mn read The Defence Headquarters has reported significant achievements by troops of Operation Delta Safe in combating illegal refining activities and oil theft in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. According to Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations, troops discovered and destroyed a total of 43 illegal refining sites over the past week. Additionally, […]
< 1 mn read The trial of Chioma Okoli, charged over her online commentary regarding Erisco Foods Limited’s tomato paste, faced a delay at the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Thursday. The proceedings could not proceed as scheduled because the trial judge, Justice Peter Lifu, was absent due to an official assignment. According to reports, Justice Lifu attended to […]
< 1 mn read The ethnic leaders under the banner of The Natives have issued commendations for Senate President Godswill Akpabio on the occasion of the first anniversary of the 10th National Assembly. In their statement, they praised Akpabio for his leadership in the Senate, describing him as a trailblazer who has demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities over the past […]
2 mn read In a candid revelation during the Afreximbank Annual Meetings in the Bahamas, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, founder of the Dangote Group, discussed the numerous challenges faced during the construction of the $19 billion Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Lagos. He highlighted that both local and international criminal organizations within the oil sector repeatedly attempted to sabotage the […]
2 mn read In a recent ruling by Justice Liman Mohammed of the Federal High Court in Kano, the court affirmed its jurisdiction to hear a fundamental human rights case brought by Kingmakers Sarkin Dawaki Babba and Aminu Dan’agundi. This case revolves around the dethronement of the former Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, to pave the way […]
