FG denies signing $150bn Samoa LGBT deal
The Federal Government yesterday dismissed with the wave of the hand speculations that it signed a controversial Samoa LGBT deal to receive a whopping sum of $150 billion from the European Union (EU). The agreement involving EU, African, Caribbean and Pacific nations, allegedly has some
Obi Hails Starmer, UK Labour Party Over Polls Victory
Nigeria’s Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi has congratulated the United Kingdom Labour Party and their leader, Mr Keir Starmer for recording a historic victory in Thursday’s election in that country. Obi took to his X handle
BREAKING: EFCC counsels seek adjournment of Yahaya Bello’s case, Say “Today not convenient” – Yahaya Bello’s counsels
The Federal High Court, in Abuja, on Thursday, adjourned arraignment of the former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, on an alleged money laundering case instituted against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), to June 27, following an agreement by
Awakening Nigeria’s Promise: The ALIGN MOVEMENT’s Quest for National Renaissance
Nigeria was originally perceived as a nation destined for greatness, distinguished by its vast array of human and natural resources that surpass those found elsewhere in Africa and beyond. However, following the departure of colonial powers, the country fell prey to governance plagued
EFCC vs Yahaya Bello – What the Narrative Shouldn’t Focus on After June 13
Lere Olayinka On May 10, 2024, a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, adjourned till June 13, 2024, for the arraignment of the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, with the alleged N80.2bn fraud charges brought against him by the
2027 Election: Prof Kailani Alleges Conspiracy Against President Tinubu
Director General of the Confederation of All Progressives Congress Support Groups (CASG), Prof. Kailani Muhammad, has issued a warning to President Bola Tinubu regarding an alleged conspiracy against him as the 2027 presidential election approaches. Speaking at a ceremony in Abuja, where he
Sex-for-Grades Scandals Rock Nigerian Universities: Students Fight Back with Mobile Phones
On April 22nd, the perennial issue of “sex-for-grades” resurfaced as yet another case came to light, sparking outrage and renewed calls for accountability in Nigeria’s higher education sector. A video posted on the platform X (formerly Twitter) depicted a disturbing scene: a young
NESG Warns Against Cybersecurity Levy Impact on Financial Inclusion
The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has raised concerns over the Federal Government’s proposed 0.5 percent cybersecurity levy, stating it could undermine efforts to achieve 95 percent financial inclusion by 2025. In a recent report, the NESG criticized the timing of the levy,
Airtel Africa Reports $1.7 Billion Losses Amid FX Crisis in Nigeria, Malawi
Airtel Africa, a leading telecommunications provider on the continent, has reported significant financial losses totaling $1.7 billion attributed to the foreign exchange crisis in Nigeria and Malawi. The company revealed the extent of its losses in a recent financial statement, highlighting the adverse