Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello is set to spend Christmas, New Year, and up to 50 nights in detention after the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja denied his bail application. The court, presided over by Judge Maryanne Anenih, ordered that Mr. Bello be transferred from the custody of the Economic and […]
Flybird Aircraft Management Services Limited (AMSL) has reassured the public that all passengers and crew aboard its Hawker 900XP aircraft, registration 5N-KAL, are safe following an in-flight incident. The aircraft, en route from Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport to Kotoka Airport in Accra, Ghana, executed a precautionary return to Abuja without any harm to its occupants. […]
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The Federal Government has officially begun the long-awaited payment of November 2024 salaries for civil servants, following weeks of uncertainty. Cause of the Delay The delay was linked to the ongoing migration from the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System (IPPIS) to the Government Integrated Financial Management Information System (GIFMIS). This transition temporarily hindered access […]
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The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has launched a nationwide initiative to engage small and medium enterprises (SMEs) on the proposed tax reform bills. This program is designed to highlight both the benefits and potential challenges of these reforms while addressing misconceptions among business stakeholders. Engagement DetailsSMEDAN Director-General Charles Odii shared […]
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Court Grants Bail Amid Cybercrime Allegations ADO-EKITI — The Federal High Court in Ado-Ekiti has granted bail to human rights lawyer and activist, Mr. Dele Farotimi, following a 12-count cybercrime charge filed by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun. Justice Babs Kuewumi ruled in favor of a N50 million bail with a surety […]
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A Historic Coronation Chief Ezekiel Nwifuru Nwankpu, father of Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru, has been crowned the traditional ruler of Oferekpe Agbaja Autonomous Community in Izzi Local Government Area, Ebonyi State. Known for his large family and farming success, the newly crowned Ezeogo Nwankpu oversees 17 villages in his domain. Governor Nwifuru personally presented […]
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The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced a temporary suspension of key services at its headquarters in Sauka, Abuja, scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, 2024. This decision aligns with preparations for the Presidential Commissioning of the newly established Technology Complex within the premises. Services Affected In a statement signed by the NIS Public Relations Officer, […]
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The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Olufemi Oluyede, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to eradicating the Lakurawa terrorist group, whose activities have terrorized communities in the north-west. Lakurawa’s Reign of Terror The Lakurawa group gained infamy for orchestrating violent attacks, including a recent assault on Mera village in Kebbi State, where over 15 people […]
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Thugs stormed the Edo State High Court in Benin City, attempting to interrupt the pre-hearing session of the governorship election tribunal. The session was focused on reviewing the validity of the September 21 election results announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The attack targeted supporters of seven political parties who had filed petitions […]
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Introduction The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, has made a bold statement against domestic violence. Speaking at the National Dialogue Conference on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention, he emphasized that Islam prohibits all forms of harm, including wife beating. The event, themed “Islamic Teachings and Community Collaboration for Ending Gender-Based Violence”, was organized by […]
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IntroductionThe South-East Senate Caucus has withheld its support for President Bola Tinubu’s controversial tax reform bills, urging for broader consultations with stakeholders before their passage. The caucus emphasized the importance of inclusivity and fairness in framing policies that impact Nigerians. Caucus Position on Tax Reform BillsFollowing a closed-door meeting on Monday in Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe’s […]
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The National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) has intensified measures to shield Nigeria from the newly discovered COVID-19 variant, XEC. While no cases of this variant have been reported in the country, the agency is taking proactive steps to ensure public safety. Enhanced Surveillance at Points of Entry In a statement released on Monday by Gloria […]
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The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has issued an urgent warning to Nigerians regarding a sophisticated banking malware called Grandoreiro. This malware poses a global threat by targeting users through advanced phishing campaigns designed to steal sensitive information like banking credentials and personal data. Key Features of the Grandoreiro Malware Grandoreiro employs advanced techniques, […]
