Month: May 2024
Nigeria will not import one drop of petrol by June – Dangote
May 18, 2024Dangote reiterated that his refinery can meet not only Nigeria but also West Africa’s petrol and diesel needs. Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man and Chairman of the Dangote Group, has disclosed that Nigeria will no longer need to import petroleum products starting from next month. According to the billionaire entrepreneur, the feat will be made […]
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Why I will support Peter Obi to be president in 2027 – Atiku
May 18, 2024Atiku and Obi ran for presidency together in 2019 under the PDP but lost to Buhari who was re-elected alongside Osinbajo for a second term in office. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has stated his willingness to support Peter Obi to become president in 2027 under one condition. Atiku flew the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) […]
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Ask Pulse: Should my coworkers hate me this much because I got a promotion?
May 18, 2024Ask Pulse is a weekly advice column and a listening ear to help you sort through your issues. This week, Chioma is asking us what she should do about an office problem. She has been getting so much hateful energy from her subordinates and colleagues since she got a promotion. Hey Pulse, Things haven’t been […]
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APC didn’t pay my school fees, I won’t advise them, Suspended Jimoh Ibrahim
May 18, 2024Senator Ibrahim was suspended by the APC over alleged anti-party activities and insubordination following his lawsuit against the party’s primary election. The lawmaker representing Ondo South Senatorial District, Jimoh Ibrahim, has said he’s not under any obligation to render advice to his political party, the All Progressives Congress (APC). Ibrahim, a lawyer, politician, and successful […]
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Obi yet to brief Labour Party about his meetings with Atiku, Saraki
May 18, 2024Photos of Obi’s meeting with Atiku and a couple of other PDP bigwigs sparked rumours of his purported defection back to the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Labour Party leadership said its presidential flag-bearer in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, is yet to disclose details of his recent meetings with opposition […]
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Rivers’ political wrangling may hurt investors’ confidence – Group warns
May 18, 2024According to them, investors may avoid the oil-producing state if ongoing “political toxicity” is not contained. The tussle for political supremacy between Governor Siminalayi Fubar and his predecessor, Chief Nyesom Wike, could affect investors’ confidence, a group has said. The group, ‘Coalition of Rivers Leaders of Thoughts (CORSLOT)’, a non-partisan outfit, told newsmen on Friday […]
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NBA identifies challenges hindering administration of justice
May 18, 2024The chairman called on the legal practitioners, as guardians of the law, to reaffirm their commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring access to justice for all. The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Bwari Branch, Abuja has identified challenges inhibiting the administration of justice in the country. The Chairman of the branch, Paul Daudu, […]
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No worker can survive on less than ₦100,000 minimum wage –Shehu Sani
May 18, 2024The Federal Government and labour unions are at variance on what the new minimum wage should be. Former Senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, has said anything less than ₦100,000 minimum wage is insufficient for Nigerian workers given the current economic condition. Sani stated this while appealing to the Federal Government to meet the demands […]
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Nigerians across 100 communities got humanitarian aid in 8 years – CSO
May 18, 2024The initiative operates in a rapidly changing civic environment that often restricts rather than expands opportunities. At least two million Nigerians comprising of women, girls, persons with disabilities (PWDs) and other vulnerable persons across 100 communities in Nigeria have been given human rights intervention through the Voice Global initiative implemented by OXFAM Nigeria. These stats […]
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Rare scenes as Saudi Arabia stages swimwear fashion show
May 18, 2024The fashion show is another testament to Saudi Arabia’s commitment to loosen its grip on some stern restrictions. In a never-seen-before move, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia hosted its first fashion show featuring swimsuit models on Friday, May 17, 2024. The show took place on the second day of the inaugural Red Sea Fashion Week […]
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