Kebbi Governor Tells Judges To Get Tough On Criminals
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State, on Monday, called on judges to adopt a stringent approach in dealing with criminals to effectively address the prevailing wave of criminality in the state. The call for a robust stance against criminals was made by Governor Nasir Idris during the swearing-in ceremony of Justice Umar Abubakar as the […]
Nigeria May Borrow For Debt Service In 2025 – Economist
Paul Alaje, Chief Economist and Senior Partner at SPM Professionals, raised concerns, stating that Nigeria might have to resort to borrowing for debt servicing in 2025 unless the federal government takes serious precautionary measures. Alaje made this statement during an interview with Arise Television on Monday. He said, ‘You look at the debt profile today […]
Gov Kefas Insists On Master’s For Secondary School Teachers
Governor Dr. Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has revealed intentions to establish a new standard, requiring a master’s degree as the minimum academic qualification for individuals aspiring to teach in the state’s secondary schools. The governor specified that, for primary school education, a university first degree will be established as the minimum academic requirement, as […]
China’s Satellite Successfully Launched Into Orbit
China announced the successful launch of a satellite into space on Tuesday, as reported by the state broadcaster CCTV. Africa Today News, New York, learned that at 3:03 pm Beijing time (0703 GMT) on January 9, 2024, China successfully launched the Einstein Probe satellite. The satellite launch sparked concern in Taiwan, prompting authorities to issue […]
Bail Granted To Son Of Ousted Niger’s President Bazoum
Salem Bazoum, son of the ousted Niger president Mohamed Bazoum following last year’s coup, was granted provisional release on Monday, as confirmed by a Niamey military tribunal. As per a court document reviewed by AFP, Salem Bazoum has been granted “provisional release” after being in detention alongside his parents since the seizure of power by […]
South Korea Officially Bans Dog Meat Trade With New Bill
The parliament of South Korea passed a bill on Tuesday, banning the breeding, slaughtering, and selling of dogs for their meat, a traditional practice activists have criticized as an embarrassment for the country. South Korean cuisine has historically included dog meat, with activists noting that up to a million dogs were once annually killed for […]
TUC: FG Stopped ₦35,000 Minimum Wage After First Month
The Trade Union Congress (TUC) alleges that the Federal Government, despite having the revenue, ceased payment of the ₦35,000 minimum wage after the first month. Festus Osifo, the President of the Trade Union Congress, made this assertion in an interview with Arise Television on Monday. The TUC claims that the government ceased the promised 6-month […]
Tiger Woods, Nike Part Ways After 27-Year Collaboration
The extensive collaboration between iconic golfer Tiger Woods and athletic apparel giant Nike has drawn to a close, marking the end of a partnership that spanned more than 27 years. Since turning professional in 1996, the 15-time major golf champion has been a loyal user of the brand’s products and equipment. ‘The days since have […]
Boniface Ruled Out Of AFCON, Returns To Germany
Just days to the commencement of the Africa Cup of Nations, Super Eagles striker, Victor Boniface yesterday sustained an injury while in training, which was ruled him out of the tournament. Africa Today News, New York reports that Jose Peseiro invited a strong list of 25 players, and Bayer Leverkusen star man Boniface made the […]
TB Joshua’s Disciples Make Big Allegations In BBC Documentary
No fewer than 25 persons have offered eyewitness accounts bordering on allegations of sexual assault, physical abuse, faked miracles and trauma-allegedly suffered in the hands of a late Nigerian pastor, Temitope Joshua, aka TB Joshua, according to a three part documentary published on Monday. Africa Today News, New York reports that Joshua who was one […]
Tinubu Sacks FCCPC, BPE Bosses With Immediate Effect
Reports reaching the desk of Africa Today News, New York has it that President Bola Tinubu have sacked the Chief Executive Officers of Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), Mr Babatunde Irukera and Director-General/CEO, Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE), Mr Alexander Ayoola Okoh A statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity […]
How Edu Was Whisked Away In Security Truck After Suspension
Shortly after Mrs Beta Edu was suspended as Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation on Monday, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), reportedly barred her from seeing President Bola Tinubu at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa. Africa Today News, New York gathered that the suspended minister, who arrived Aso Rock, shortly after her suspension […]