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 Naval Commander Macdonald Ubah (Rtd), the Senior Special Adviser on Security Matters to the Governor of Abia State, reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the current administration in Abia to confront and combat criminal activities occurring across the state. In a recent interview conducted in Umuahia, Ubah emphasized the administration's dedication...

 Azman Air Services Limited has taken the step to implement compulsory unpaid leave for all its staff members, citing ongoing C-checks on its aircraft and the substantial cost of operations as the primary reasons behind this decision.Nurudden Aliyu, the spokesperson for the airline, confirmed the development to TheCable newspaper. He clarified that the...

 Former Kaduna senator, Shehu Sani, has shed light on a common practice among legislators involving discreet payments away from public scrutiny. Sani's revelation comes in the wake of a recent gaffe by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who inadvertently disclosed that lawmakers had been paid during their recess.The incident unfolded after the upper legislative...

  In a significant political development, President Bola Tinubu is presently engaged in a high-level discussion with former governors Nyesom Wike and Nasir El-Rufai at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja, as reported by Daily Trust.According to the publication, Nyesom Wike arrived at the State House at approximately 1:40 pm, while Nasir El-Rufai...

  In a recent appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily breakfast programme, the President of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), Innocent Orji, shed light on the current status of their industrial action. While the planned protest that was slated to commence on Wednesday morning has been temporarily put on hold, the ongoing...

 Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Tax Policy and Fiscal Reforms, has suggested the suspension of Value Added Tax (VAT) on diesel as a measure to alleviate the economic repercussions stemming from the elimination of fuel subsidies. Oyedele made this proposal during an appearance on Channels Television's Sunrise Daily breakfast program...

 The Chairperson of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Akwa Ibom State, Comrade Sunny James, alongside his Trade Union Congress (TUC) counterpart, recently voiced their call for the federal government to establish modular refineries and petroleum depots in the state. Akwa Ibom is one of Nigeria's oil-producing states, making it a crucial location for...

 Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the President of Nigeria, has put forward a fresh list of ministerial nominees, comprising 19 names, to the Senate. The new batch of nominees was presented by Femi Gbajamiabila, the Chief of Staff and former Speaker of the House of Representatives, during a session in the Red Chamber. To accommodate this development, the Senate suspended...

 The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has been at the forefront of a protest against the recent removal of fuel subsidy. As the nation grapples with the economic impacts of this decision, the NLC's actions have garnered significant attention. In this article, we will delve into the details of the protest, the NLC's stance, and what the future holds for this...

In the wake of a military junta overthrowing Niger's elected president, Mohamed Bazoum, the Nigerian government has taken a decisive step by cutting off power supplies to its neighboring country, the Niger Republic. This move came shortly after an emergency meeting convened by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), where sanctions, including...

In a letter dated July 28, 2023, the President of Nigeria made a significant move in the ongoing fight against corruption. He appointed Jim Obazee, the Chief Executive Officer of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria, as the Special Investigator with immediate effect. The primary task assigned to Obazee is to conduct a thorough investigation into the Central...

In a significant development, Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has been released by the Department of State Services (DSS) to undergo an independent medical examination. This decision came after Kanu's lead counsel, Ifeanyi Ejiofor, persistently advocated for a transparent assessment of his client's health condition.On Friday,...

 Renowned actor, Ali Nuhu, has expressed his strong disapproval of Davido's recent endorsement of his signee, Logos Olori's new single 'Jaye Lo,' which has sparked controversy for its content.DA recalls that Davido faced backlash after sharing a snippet of the music video on Twitter, featuring people praying and dancing in front of a mosque.Taking to his...

 In a momentous announcement, the Senate Leader, Micheal Opeyemi Bamidele, revealed that the long-awaited ministerial list is set to be delivered to the Senate within the next 48 hours. This eagerly anticipated disclosure was made during the celebration of Bamidele's 60th birthday anniversary lecture and book presentation in Abuja.During his birthday phone...

 In the vast tapestry of Nigerian hip-hop, few stories are as inspiring as that of Tochukwu Ojogwu, better known as Odumodublvck. Rising from a past filled with homelessness and uncertainty, the talented rapper recently shared his remarkable journey in a heartfelt interview with Cool FM Nigeria, hosted by reality star, Tacha.Recalling his early days, Odumodublvck...

Grammy award-winning Nigerian sensation, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, recently sat down with Capital Extra's Manny Norte for an insightful interview. As the Starboy celebrated his 33rd birthday on Sunday, July 16, 2023, he candidly shared some intriguing updates about his music career.During the interview, Manny Norte reminded Wizkid of...

 The Abia State Government has announced significant cost savings of 220 million naira on its monthly wage bills as a result of an ongoing verification exercise in the state's civil service. Deaconess Njum Onyemenam, the Accountant General of the state, shared this information after a meeting with Governor Alex Otti in Umuahia on Monday.The Accountant General...

 President Bola Tinubu has concluded his participation in the 5th Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union (AU), held in Kenya over the weekend. He has now returned to Abuja, the capital of Nigeria. His flight landed at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at 4:20 p.m. on Monday.Notable government officials, including...

 During the 2023 World Public Relations Day Celebration held at Rivers State University, Paulinus Nsirim, the Chairman of the Rivers State chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, emphasized the legal requirement for public relations officers to possess proper certification. Nsirim, a former Rivers State Commissioner for Information, highlighted...

 In a recent development, former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has urged the All Progressives Congress (APC) to consider zoning its national chairmanship position to the South East region. Chidoka emphasized the importance of inclusive representation and believes that this move would contribute to the unity and well-being of the nation.The resignation...