Nigerian Govt Declares Public Holidays For Eid El-Fitr
The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Tuesday, 9th April and Wednesday, 10th April 2024, as public holidays to mark the Eid El-Fitr celebration. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo disclosed this in a statement signed by the Permanent Scretary of the Ministry, Aishetu Ndayako. The Federal Government in the same vein congratulated all Muslim […]
Ukraine Will Lose War If US Congress Withholds Aid —Zelenskyy
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has declared that Kyiv will lose the war against Russia if the US Congress does not approve military aid to battle Moscow’s invasion. Republicans in Congress have been withholding tens of billions of dollars in military aid for Kyiv for months. “It is necessary to specifically tell Congress that […]
2027: I Have No Plans To Quit Labor Party – Peter Obi
The presidential candidate of the Labor Party (LP), in last year’s general elections, Peter Obi has reaffirmed his commitment to the party, dismissing rumors of an imminent departure. Despite the crisis within the party, Obi stated firmly that he has no plans to leave soon. He also declared that he was not in any way […]
Panama Papers: 8 Years After Tax Scandal, Trial Begins
No fewer than twenty-seven people are set to go on trial on Monday for money laundering concerning the “Panama Papers” tax evasion scandal, which revealed how many of the world’s wealthy stashed assets in offshore companies. The 2016 leak had a global impact, leading to investigations and tarnishing Panama’s financial reputation. The defendants going on […]
Tariff Hike: FG Only Raising Funds For Broke DisCos — Falana
Popular human rights lawyer, Femi Falana has claimed that the Federal Government through the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) plans to extend electricity tariff hike beyond Band A consumers to other Nigerians categorized under other bands. Falana, who was a guest on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, said the recent tariff increase for Band A consumers by […]
Over 90 Killed In Mozambique Ferry Disaster
No fewer than 90 people have been confirmed dead after a ferry sank off the north coast of Mozambique, local authorities said on Monday morning. Officials in Nampula province reported that five people were rescued out of the approximately 130 individuals who were believed to have been on board. They were fleeing a cholera outbreak, […]
Stop Fanning Embers Of Hatred, Disunity, Rwanda Warns Africa
Rwanda has warned against the dangers of hatred and disunity in Africa, highlighting the serious challenge they pose to the continent. The Rwandan High Commissioner to Nigeria, Christophe Bazivamo, stated this at the 30th commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Abuja, observed under the multi-year theme: “Remember – Unite – Renew”. Bazivamo […]
Real Reason Petrol Is Not Sold At ₦1,500 Per Litre — NLC
The Nigeria Labor Congress (NLC), has asserted that the resolute stand of its President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, is the reason Nigerians are not buying a litre of petrol at ₦1,500. The NLC has also insisted on taking over the Labour Party from the Julius Abure-led National Executive Council, NEC. The NLC Head of Information and […]
I’ll Remain In Labour Party – Obi Retorts To NLC
Peter Obi, a prominent figure in the Labour Party who vied for the presidency in previous elections, has broken his silence on rumors circulating in the media about his potential defection amidst growing discontent over the party’s leadership struggles as the 2027 election looms. In Gombe State, addressing inquiries from journalists following his philanthropic gesture […]
Reverse Electricity Tariff Hike, Afenifere Cautions Tinubu
The pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group Afenifere has bemoaned the recent hike in electricity tariff by the Federal government, calling on President Bola Tinubu to compel the Ministry of Power to reverse the increase. Africa Today News, New York reports that Afenifere’s comment is coming less than 48 hours after the Nigerian Electricity Distribution Company’s (NERC) electricity […]
US Election: ‘Why I Won’t Endorse Biden’ – The Rock
Popular Actor and wrestler Dwayne Johnson, professionally known as The Rock, has refused to endorse President Joe Biden for a second term despite doing so in the election that brought the 80-year-old to office. Africa Today News, New York reports that the Rock, who endorsed Biden in the 2022 election, recently stated in an interview […]
Gaza War: Thousands Of Israelis Rally Against Netanyahu
As Israel’s military assault on Gaza reached its half-year mark, tens of thousands of Israelis have taken to the streets to protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Organizers of the protest said about 100,000 people converged at a Tel Aviv crossroads now called Democracy Square. Africa Today News, New York reports that the protesters were […]