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FG settles ₦52m fines, compensation for 399 inmates in Kaduna

The comptroller explained that of the 68 inmates, 43 were from Zaria, 19 from Soba, 5 from Makarfi and 19 were from Ikara Correctional Centres. As part of the efforts to decongest the Correctional Centres, the Federal Government has settled ₦52m fines and compensation for 399 inmates at various centres across Kaduna State. Dr Ado…

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APC Chieftain criticises Tinubu’s appointment of Wike as FCT Minister

Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze Accuses Wike of Authoritarianism and Economic Neglect** Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, a prominent figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, expressed reservations about President Bola Tinubu’s decision in of the recent appointment of Nyesom Wike as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). In a statement released…

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A review of ‘African Royalty’ by Afrobeats superstar Flavour

For nearly 2 decades, Flavour has dazzled listeners with his music that packs his rich Igbo roots and awe-inspiring showmanship. The very summit of African music is where he resides, and from where he crafts breathtaking Neo-Highlife records, rubs shoulders with the biggest names, continues to grace the biggest stages, and remains one of the…

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FCT Area Councils, others share ₦4.96bn statutory allocation for October

The minister appealed to the Department of Outdoors Advertisement and Signage (DOAS) to work in synergy with the 6 Area Councils. The six Area Councils of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), primary school teachers and pension scheme have shared ₦4.96 billion of statutory allocation for the month of October. The amount was shared during…

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Abimbola Craig leads Ndani TV’s dating show ‘Banking on Love’

Feature movies aren’t the only titles making their debut this December. Nigerian actress and producer, Abimbola Craig will host Ndani TV’s latest dating show, “Banking on Love.” Popularly known for her role in the drama series Skinny Girls In Transit, Craig who also was the former Head of Production at Ndani TV will host the…

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Federal Government resumes trial of suspected Boko Haram members

The resumption of the prosecution of terrorism suspects marked another step in the journey of ensuring the security and safety of Nigeria and Nigeria. The Federal Government on Monday resumed the trial of suspected Boko Haram members in the Kainji Prosecution Project Phase IV in Abuja. Speaking at the opening of the court session, the…

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Speaker Abbas challenges MDAs on citizens’ participation in budget process

He noted that the House has taken the lead in facilitating greater citizens’ participation in the budget process. The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep Tajudeen Abbas, has challenged government Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to facilitate greater citizens’ participation in the budget process. Abbas said this at a one-day citizens’ town hall meeting…

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DMO offers FG savings bonds for subscription at ₦1,000 per unit

According to DMO, the opening date for both offers is December 4 while the closing date is December 8. The Debt Management Office (DMO), on Monday, offered two Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) savings bonds for subscription at ₦1,000 per unit. The first offer is a two-year FGN savings bond due on December 13, 2025,…

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Akpabio urges Nigerians to rekindle hope in God for better days in Nigeria

The Senate President added that Nigerians should be hopeful about President Bola Tinubu’s administration as better days were ahead of the country. Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged Nigerians to rekindle their hope in God for better days in the country as the Christmas draw nearer. The Senate President gave this admonition on Sunday in…

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University of Calabar students protest against 100% hike in tuition fees

The protest caused heavy traffic jam on the roads, compelling some motorists to make a U-turn. Academic activities were on Monday grounded at the University of Calabar, following the students’ protest against the 100% hike in the institution’s tuition fees. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the university had released a new schedule…

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