FG Declares Christmas and New Year Holidays
The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, December 25, Thursday, December 26 and Wednesday, January 1, 2025, as public holidays to celebrate Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year. The announcement was…
Petrol Price Stays at N1,025/L Despite Dangote Refinery Price Cuts
The minimum pump price of petrol has not yet reflected the recent reduction in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The price was reduced…
Christmas Outreach: Former Kwara First Lady Supports 500 Women
Lady Evangelist Omolewa Ahmed, the immediate past First Lady of Kwara State, has supported over 500 women with food and clothing packages worth over ₦40,000 each to help them celebrate…
Opposition Labels Tinubu’s N47.9tn Budget Unrealistic
Opposition parties, including the Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), have criticized President Bola Tinubu’s proposed 2025 budget…
NLC Urges FG: Tackle Cash Scarcity Now
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the Federal Government to urgently address the persistent cash scarcity affecting citizens nationwide. In a statement jointly signed by NLC President, Mr. Joe…
Repositioning African professionals for good governance: A task for African leaders – Dr.Muiz Banire
Published: 19th December 2024 Just of recent, I ventilated my view on the knotty issue of treatment of ‘politically exposed persons’ as it affects the quality of leadership in Africa.…
Kwara State Responds to NLC, Confirms 97% of Workers Received November Salaries
The Kwara State Government announced on Tuesday night that 97% of its 18,466 employees have received their November 2024 salaries and bonuses. In a statement, the Commissioner for Finance, Dr.…
Yuletide: Travellers Lament Highway Ordeal with Security Agents
As the holiday season approaches, many motorists and passengers in Nigeria face significant challenges on the highways. This time of year brings increased reports of extortion and harassment by various…
Senate Pushes Proposal to Ban Foreign Currency in Local Transactions
The Senate, on Tuesday, passed the first reading of a bill seeking to ban the use of foreign currencies for payments and transactions within Nigeria. The bill aims to ensure…
Food Inflation Soars, Expected To Surpass 40%
Food inflation is expected to surpass 40% in December as consumer prices continue to rise. Economic experts have attributed this trend to challenges in food production in northern Nigeria, increased…