Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has addressed Kemi Badenoch, the UK Conservative Party leader of Yoruba descent, urging her to reconsider her public remarks about Nigeria. Shettima suggested that Badenoch could remove “Kemi” from her name if she was not proud of her Nigerian heritage rather than speaking negatively about her ancestral country. Badenoch, who […]
The Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service (FCT-IRS) has taken a significant step to boost its internally generated revenue by creating a specialized unit to tax high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) in Abuja. This initiative, aimed at strengthening tax compliance, was announced by the acting executive chairman of FCT-IRS, Michael Ango, in a circular on Sunday. Purpose […]
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has raised concerns over what it describes as an attempt by international cable television network GOTV to impose Christian programming on its Muslim viewers. In a statement released on Friday, MURIC’s Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, criticized GOTV for broadcasting the Christian televangelism programme Faith on its primary channel. Akintola […]
Osita Chidoka, a former Minister of Aviation and past Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Chidoka made the announcement during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday. He revealed that his decision was motivated by a desire to prioritize his work […]
The Nigerian Army has officially confirmed the arrest and detention of Fisayo Soyombo, founder of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), in connection with an alleged illegal oil bunkering operation in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. This development has sparked widespread reactions from Nigerians and human rights advocates. Details of the Arrest According to a statement […]
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has raised significant concerns about the recently proposed tax reform bills, cautioning that their implementation could severely damage the Northern economy and impact other regions across Nigeria. Concerns Over the Rush to Pass the Bill In an interview with BBC Hausa on Friday, Zulum criticized the rapid progression of the […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has restated his administration’s unwavering commitment to economic reforms, emphasizing that these changes will not only benefit Nigeria but also positively impact the African continent. Speaking at a state dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace in Paris, Tinubu highlighted the importance of strengthening ties between Nigeria […]
Are you looking for the current Dollar to Naira exchange rate on the black market, also known as the parallel market (Aboki FX)? Below is the latest information on the rates for 29th November 2024, sourced from Bureau De Change (BDC) operators in Lagos. Dollar to Naira Black Market Rate Dollar to Naira CBN Official […]
The drumbeats of war often arise from narratives shaped by vested interests. Across history, wars are justified or condemned depending on the ideological, political, or religious leanings of the narrators. Winners glorify their victories, embedding their perspectives in historical accounts, while the defeated often challenge the validity of such narratives. Beyond the battlefield, wars are […]
The Finnish judiciary has set a May 2025 deadline for the potential trial of Simon Ekpa, a pro-Biafran agitator accused of engaging in terrorism-related activities. Ekpa, a Finnish citizen of Nigerian origin, gained notoriety for his controversial activism, including incitement to violence in Nigeria’s South-East region. Timeline of Events Ekpa was arrested alongside four others […]
The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly opposed any plans to position Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, as a future governor of Lagos State. This comes amidst endorsements by various groups for Seyi to contest the governorship in 2027. Endorsements for Seyi Tinubu Groups like the Coalition of […]
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters has confirmed that Simon Ekpa, a self-proclaimed prime minister of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), will be extradited to Nigeria to face charges of incitement and other criminal allegations. Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the Director of Defence Information, stated that the Chief of Defence Staff, General Chris Musa, expressed satisfaction […]

