At least seven states, including Osun, and the Federal Capital Territory have yet to finalize or implement the new N70,000 minimum wage, initially expected to take effect in October 2024. So far, 25 states have either begun paying or confirmed their commitment to this wage increase. Among the states lagging behind, there is no official […]
In a thought-provoking video, Faruq Abbas, a lawyer, politician and influencer in Osun State, Nigeria, encouraged local leaders and residents to derive valuable lessons from the unexpected and resilient trajectory of former U.S. President and President elect, Donald Trump. Highlighting Trump’s rise to power despite numerous setbacks and challenges, Abbas advocated for a renewed focus […]
In a heroic rescue, two young sand miners narrowly escaped death after their boats capsized in the turbulent waters of the Calabar channel. The quick response by operatives from the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) Calabar Area Office saved the men, aged 23 and 25, after a rough tide overturned their watercrafts while they were […]
In a significant legal confrontation, three Nigerian oil marketers—AYM Shafa Limited, A. A. Rano Limited, and Matrix Petroleum Services Limited—are urging the Federal High Court in Abuja to reject a suit filed by Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals, which seeks to limit petroleum importation. The marketers, in their response (case FHC/ABJ/CS/1324/2024), argue that allowing Dangote’s […]
Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has commiserated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Olobu of Ilobu, Oba Ashiru Olatoye Olaniyan II, over the death of the late Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lt. General Taoheed Lagbaja. Oyetola, in a statement by his spokesman, Ismail Omipidan, also condoled with the Nigerian army, […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to President Donald Trump on his re-election as the 47th President of the United States of America. In a statement released from the State House, President Tinubu expressed his eagerness to strengthen the diplomatic and economic ties between Nigeria and the United States, especially in the […]
It is with deep sadness that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, announces the passing of Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, Chief of Army Staff, at the age of 56. Lt. General Lagbaja passed away on Tuesday night in Lagos following a period of illness. Born on February 28, 1968, Lt. General […]
By Adebayo Adedeji Governor Ademola Adeleke took his spending spree to the next level in 2024 when he spent N19.3 billion on his office alone in nine months, exceeding the N13 billion budgeted for the entire year. This brings the total expenses for the Office of the Governor of Osun State to N38 billion from […]
The Federal Ministry of Works has ordered Julius Berger Plc to vacate the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Dual Carriageway project site following a final termination notice issued to the company. The decision, which ends all further negotiations, was made after the contractor failed to comply with revised project terms and halted work on Section One of the road. […]
In a dramatic turn, operatives from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have taken former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa into custody. TheCable sources reveal that Okowa’s arrest links to allegations of diverting N1.3 trillion from the 13 percent derivation fund intended for oil-producing states. Details later…
