Gaza Bears Brunt Of Israeli Airstrikes As Peace Talks Beckons
Israel unleashed a barrage of airstrikes on Gaza on Thursday, even as it signaled a willingness to revive long-stalled negotiations with Hamas on a ceasefire and prisoner swap, aimed at halting the brutal conflict that has ravaged the region since October 7. Gaza City was rocked by twin airstrikes in the pre-dawn hours, leaving 26 […]
Work Commences On Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road Project
A major transportation artery is one step closer to completion, as the Federal Government announces the start of construction on the final phases of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, beginning in Calabar. On Thursday in Lagos, Senator Dave Umahi, Minister of Works, addressed community representatives from the Eko Atlantic to Eleko stretch, revealing the government’s plans […]
Nigeria Eyes $20 Billion Windfall In Fresh Oil, Gas Venture
A game-changing $20 billion deal is in the works, as the Federal Government gears up to seal a historic agreement that will turbocharge Nigeria’s oil and gas production, unlocking fresh opportunities and prosperity for the nation. During a courtesy visit to his Abuja office on Thursday, Lokpobiri engaged with Schlumberger’s global CEO, Olivier Le Peuch, […]
Majority Leader Announces Kano’s Return To Single Emir System
Kano State House of Assembly has scrapped the law that established five Emirates, which has resulted in the stripping of all Emirs of their titles, except for the Emir of Kano, who remains in place. As stated by Majority Leader Lawal Hussaini Chediyar Yan Gurasa, the bill has successfully nullified the establishment of the five […]
Atiku Vows To Keep Fighting For Presidency, Says No Back Down
Atiku Abubakar, a veteran politician and former Vice President, has reiterated his determination to seek the presidency, driven by an unshakeable belief in his vision for Nigeria, and will persist in his efforts until his health dictates otherwise. The former Vice President found motivation in the against-all-odds story of Abraham Lincoln, who overcame multiple failed […]
Lagos Govt Decries Congestion In 7 Correctional Facilities
Lagos State officials have decried the unacceptable state of congestion in the state’s seven correctional institutions, emphasizing the urgent need for strategic solutions to tackle this long-standing challenge and ensure a safer, more humane environment for all. The correctional facilities are bursting at the seams, with a staggering 103% overcapacity, forcing them to house over […]
Chad’s Transitional Chief To Be Sworn In As Elected President
Chad’s transitional leader, General Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, is set to take the oath of office on Thursday, following a fiercely disputed election that has left opposition parties in the north-central African country reeling. Deby’s claimed 61% victory on May 6 has been met with widespread skepticism by international NGOs, who argue the election was […]
New West Ham Boss Lopetegui Pledges To Shake Things Up
Julen Lopetegui, the seasoned tactician, has pledged to bring a new era of excitement and success to West Ham United, following his appointment as the club’s new manager. With a wealth of experience at the highest level, including a stint at Real Madrid, Lopetegui is determined to make a lasting impact at the London Stadium. […]
Tinubu’s Govt Apologizes To Nigerians Over Economic Hardship
The Federal Government has apologized to Nigerians for the pain and economic hardship being experienced in the country, stressing that, despite the currency crisis and inflation which have frustrated economic growth, the policies of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led government are on track. Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, who spoke at the […]
CBN Orders BDC Operators To Re-apply For Licences
Nigeria’s apex bank, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed all current Bureau De Change (BDC) operators to re-apply for new licenses in their chosen categories. This directive was announced on Wednesday in a circular issued by the apex bank, signed by Haruna Mustafa, the Director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department. The […]
Tension As Bandits Kill 20 In Niger Republic
Suspected bandits have killed no fewer than 20 people in a village in Niger’s restive Tillaberi region earlier this week, public radio reported on Thursday morning. The news is coming barely 24 hours after the defence ministry said suspected jihadists had killed seven soldiers in the region plagued for years by rebels linked to Al-Qaeda […]
Air Peace Has FG’s Full Support On UK Operations – Keyamo
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo has asserted that the Federal Government has full confidence in the continued safety operations of all Nigerian flag carriers, including Air Peace. Keyamo made this assertion yesterday against the backdrop of the recent reports, which claimed that Air Peace violated safety operations at the Gatwick […]