We Will Wipe Hamas Off The Face Of The Earth, Netanyahu Vows
Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to sustain the fight against Hamas, declaring that every member of the Palestinian militant group was ‘a dead man’ and will be wiped away from the surface of the earth. In his statement which sighted by Africa Today News, New York on Thursday morning, Netanyahu expressed Israel’s intention […]
Africa Should Look Inwards For Solutions, Obasanjo Says
Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo expressed his belief, on Wednesday, that Africans possess the ability to tackle the multitude of challenges facing the continent. Obasanjo shared this information during a visit from the All African Students Union, who came to express their gratitude at his penthouse residence located in the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Abeokuta. Under the […]
IPPIS: FG Set To Suspend Payments To Unregistered Workers
With effect from November 2023, the salaries of federal civil servants who refuse to validate their information or include it in the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) may be withheld. This action is set to take effect after a one-month grace period extended by the office of the Head of Civil Service of […]
British Airways Pauses Flights To Israel Over Safety Concerns
Amid growing safety worries and Israel’s increased military response to the Hamas attack over the weekend, British Airways revealed its decision to temporarily halt flights to and from Tel Aviv on Wednesday. The United Kingdom airline made headlines by rerouting one of its London Heathrow to Tel Aviv flights mid-air, citing security apprehensions in Israel […]
NAF’s Aircraft Fleet Grows With Addition Of Two
The Nigerian Air Force has expanded its fleet with the arrival of two extra Diamond-62 aircraft, a key step in escalating air operations against the prevailing insecurity. Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, the Director of Public Relations and Information for the NAF, disclosed this information in an official statement. Speaking at the ceremony, Air Marshal Hasan […]
Putin Expected As Guest Of Honor At China’s Belt, Road Event
China declared on Wednesday its intention to host a summit of international leaders next week, marking ten years of the Belt and Road infrastructure initiative, with an anticipated appearance by Russian President, Vladimir Putin. President Xi Jinping’s vision for expanding China’s international influence is exemplified by the Belt and Road project, with Beijing recently announcing […]
Niger Military Regime Demands UN Official’s Exit In 72 Hours
The post-coup military leaders in Niger, as per a statement sighted by Africa Today News, New York, on Wednesday, have requested that the United Nations coordinator in the West African country departs Niger within 72 hours. The foreign ministry’s statement, dated Tuesday, disclosed that the government had given instructions to Louise Aubin, the UN’s resident […]
Reps To Investigate Use Of Foreign Currencies As Legal Tender
An investigation into the use of the US dollar and other foreign currencies as legal tender for domestic transactions in Nigeria is currently in progress, as instructed by the House of Representatives to the Banking Regulation Committee on Tuesday. The House of Representatives has also put forth a request for the Central Bank of Nigeria […]
Birmingham City Appoints Wayne Rooney As Manager
Wayne Rooney, previously England’s captain, is now at the helm of Birmingham City as their manager. Rooney, aged 37, has committed to a contract with the EFL Championship club that will keep him there until June 2027. John Eustace, who oversaw 21 victories in 63 games during his 15-month term, was relieved of his duties […]
Some Countries At Risk Due To High Rates, World Bank Warns
The chief economist of the World Bank, Indermit Gill, cautioned on Wednesday that the potential rise in interest rates may pose challenges for nations already grappling with debt issues. Major central banks, including the US Federal Reserve and the European Central Banks, have initiated rate hikes while cautioning that they may need to maintain higher […]
FG Exploring Idea Of Special Anti-Graft Court – AGF
The Federal Government disclosed, on Tuesday, its consideration of the mounting demands for an International Anti-Corruption Court, describing it as a revolutionary shift in its approach to tackling corruption at an international level. The government highlighted that there’s no exaggerating the damaging impact of corruption on Nigeria’s development, stability, and prosperity. The 33rd Anti-Corruption Situation […]
Tax Reform: FG To Trim Categories To Nine
President Bola Tinubu’s administration has disclosed that it’s diligently striving to slash taxes from the existing 62 down to a maximum of nine, with the aim of fostering a more business-friendly atmosphere in the nation. The disclosure was made by Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, the Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, during […]