Atiku Berates NNPCL For Not Privatising Refineries
A former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has submitted that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited should have privatized refineries before rehabilitation to avoid debt. Atiku, who is the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) was reacting to reports that the NNPC had concluded plans to hand over the government […]
Sharia Council Knocks Tinubu Over Economic Policies
The Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria (SCSN), has expressed deep concern over the nation’s deteriorating economic situation since President Bola Tinubu assumed office on May 29, 2023. The Muslim organization at a national conference with the theme, ”Matters Arising From 2023 Election and Associated Socio-Economic Challenges,” submitted that the same faith ticket, which was […]
I Prepared Myself To Be Probed After Office— Buhari
Former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari has asserted that his administration kept records of its stewardship, knowing he would always be required to account for the trust entrusted in him. Buhari stated this in his remarks at the book launch that chronicled his achievements in the eight years he held sway as President. The books […]
“Step Up Pressure On Russia” Zelenskyy Urges Western Allies
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on the West to tighten sanctions against Russian President Vladimir Putin and step up its support for Kyiv to ensure that Moscow does not succeed in its war. In an emotional address on Tuesday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Zelenskyy argued that the West’s […]
AFCON: How Elephants Plan To Cage Eagles – Ivory Coast Coach
Mr. Jean Louis Gasset who is the Head Coach of the Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire has asserted that his technical team has done their homework and has a perfect plan on how to neutralise the strength of the Super Eagles during their epic clash in the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Thursday in […]
You Left Me With Many Liabilities, Battles – Tinubu To Buhari
The President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu has hit out at his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari saying he left him with a lot of battles and tasks which he is currently working to fix. Tinubu asserted that the former president left behind a lot of liabilities and assets for him. He spoke on Tuesday, at the book […]
Nigerians Groan As Naira Plunges To ₦1300/$ At Parallel Market
The Naira tumbled to ₦1,300/$ at the parallel market on Tuesday going further weaken the purchasing power of Nigerians, Africa Today News, New York reports. This is as it closed trading on the Peer-to-Peer cryptocurrency window at N1,315.3/$1 on the day as confirmed by Bureau de Change Operators. On the Binance P2P platform, the naira […]
88 Years After, Shell Exits Nigeria’s Onshore
Shell Plc has concluded plans to sell its Nigerian onshore oil and gas subsidiary, the Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC), to a consortium of five companies identified as Renaissance for a total of $2.4 billion, marking the end of Shell’s nearly century-long operations in Nigeria. Africa Today News, New York reports that […]
Rescue Operations Underway As Heavy Explosion Rocks Ibadan
There was pandemonium in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Tuesday night after loud explosion rocked the ancient city, with buildings collapsing due to terrific vibration which left many residents shocked. Residents, who spoke with reporters on Wednesday morning said houses and cars far from the scene of the explosion were impacted by the blast […]
I Slept At Villa For 8 Years, No Witch Haunted Me – Adesina
Mr. Femi Adesina who was a former presidential to President Muhammadu Buhari, has again rubbished the widely claims that the Aso Villa in Abuja is a haunted place. Adesina, who was a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme monitored by Africa Today News, New York on Tuesday, revealed that he slept soundly at the Villa […]
Ukraine’s Zelensky Turns To Davos For Support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed the global elite at Davos on Tuesday, delivering a blend of grave warnings and optimistic sentiments, as concerns intensify regarding the continuity of Western support against Russia. Zelensky, having addressed the World Economic Forum through video in past years, personally traveled to the Swiss mountain resort, emphasizing that 2024 is […]
Kebbi Allocates ₦3bn Grant To 15,000 Recipients
The Governor of Kebbi State, Nasir Idris, has initiated the distribution of a ₦3 billion livelihood support grant to 15,000 beneficiaries across the state, with each recipient set to receive ₦200,000. Addressing the gathering in Birnin Kebbi on Monday, the governor pledged his administration’s commitment to offering the essential support and priority needed to achieve […]