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The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) will earn ₦64 million as the Senate approves a 300% salary increase for judicial workers.
< 1 mn read The Chief Justice of Nigeria will have an annual salary of ₦64 million, the President of the Court of Appeal will receive ₦62.4 million annually, and Justices of the Supreme Court will each earn ₦61.4 million annually. On Wednesday, June 5, the Nigerian Senate passed a bill to triple the salaries of federal and state […]
The Finance Minister will present a new minimum wage proposal to Tinubu today.
< 1 mn read The Information Minister, Mohammed Idris, recently assured Nigerians that the government and other stakeholders are diligently working to develop a realistic and sustainable minimum wage. The Finance Minister, Wale Edun, is expected to submit the new minimum wage proposal to President Bola Tinubu today. This directive follows the suspension of the nationwide strike by the […]
Sanwo-Olu, Fubara, Yusuf, and 27 other governors allocated ₦968.64bn for refreshments and related expenses over a three-month period.
2 mn read Financial experts have raised concerns about the recurrent expenditures of states, emphasizing the need for financial innovations. A recent report has revealed that in the first quarter of 2024, at least 30 state governments in Nigeria collectively spent N986.64bn on recurrent expenses, encompassing various costs such as refreshments, sitting allowances, travel, and utilities. These findings […]
Property dispute results in Lawyer’s detention
< 1 mn read Property dispute results in lawyer’s detention – Here’s what happened The conflict began when a property company refused to sell a flat to Asabe Waziri, who attempted to pay over $40,000 in cash. Victor Giwa, the lawyer involved, was released from the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Area 10, Abuja, at approximately 9:30 pm on […]
“People would have something to eat” – Seun Kuti criticizes Sanwo-Olu for failing to plant trees.
< 1 mn read Seun Kuti Criticizes Sanwo-Olu for Not Planting Fruit Trees Nigerian singer Seun Kuti has criticized the Lagos State government for not planting fruit trees, highlighting how beneficial they would be for the community. During an Instagram livestream, Kuti emphasized the importance of fruit trees, recalling how, in the past, various fruit trees were plentiful and […]
“I just let men take the lead when they’re in my life,” says ‘BBNaija’ star Tolani Baj.
< 1 mn read Big Brother Naija star Tolani Baj shared how she balances her independence with being in a relationship, revealing that she often has to remind herself to embrace her “feminine energy.” Speaking with Clout Radio, she discussed how she manages being an independent woman while still allowing a man to take the lead in a relationship. […]
Kaey’s EP ‘333’ takes listeners on an emotional journey.
< 1 mn read Kaey’s EP ‘333’ showcases her exceptional talent and diverse musical influences. The Nigerian singer and songwriter, who gained prominence in November 2022 with her soulful cover of Johnny Drille’s ‘How Are You My Friend,’ delivers three distinct tracks that highlight her versatility and heartfelt storytelling. The opening track ‘Mine’ explores the bittersweet realm of unrequited […]
The Kaduna State Assembly is initiating a probe into alleged financial misconduct involving Governor El-Rufai.
< 1 mn read Speaker Yusuf Liman disclosed that the El-Rufai administration had allegedly misused N423 billion, resulting in substantial debt for the state. The ad hoc committee formed by the Kaduna State House of Assembly to scrutinize the financial activities, loans, and contracts during former Governor Nasir El-Rufai’s tenure has submitted its findings to the House. Presenting the […]
US lawmakers are urging President Biden to intervene in the case of a Binance executive reportedly being held ‘hostage’ in Nigeria.
< 1 mn read US lawmakers have urged President Joe Biden to secure the release of Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan, who has been detained in Nigeria since February. Gambaryan, who has contracted malaria, is reportedly being denied adequate medical treatment by Nigerian prison officials. Sixteen Republican congressmen, including House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul, have written to Biden, […]
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Kanye West, accusing him of assault, indecent behavior, and other offenses.
2 mn read Kanye West’s legal troubles continue to mount as a new sexual assault case has been filed against him. On June 3, his former assistant, Lauren Pisciotta, filed a lawsuit accusing him of sexual harassment and wrongful termination. Pisciotta, who worked for West for two years, claims he sent her sexually explicit messages and engaged in […]