By Akinsuroju Olubunmi ICPC begins tracking N7.3bn projects in Borno The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has initiated the tracking of more than 70 executive and constituency projects valued at N7.3 billion in various locations across Borno State. This endeavor, undertaken at the direction of the Commission’s Chairman, Prof. Bolaji Owasanoye, […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Red Cross initiates N23 billion aid package to alleviate nigeria’s Hunger crisis The International Federation of Red Cross has launched a critical emergency appeal, seeking to raise CHF 27 million (equivalent to N23 billion) to bolster the efforts of the Nigerian Red Cross Society in addressing the prevailing hunger crisis in the […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Minister gives UN deadline to account for Nigeria’s funds, threatens lawsuit The Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohaneye, has declared her intent to file a lawsuit against the United Nations, accusing them of withholding funds designated for Nigeria. Kennedy-Ohaneye made this announcement during a press conference held in Abuja on Monday. […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Akpabio denies involvement in Abbo’s Senate removal Senate President Godswill Akpabio has refuted allegations linking him to the removal of Senator Elisha Abbo from the Senate, as ruled by the Court of Appeal. Abbo had claimed that Akpabio orchestrated his expulsion from the Red Chamber. The ousted Adamawa North senator was […]
|By Sehubo Festus Leave northern Gaza Israel’s military orders Palestinians Israel (AP) — Following Israel’s military order for around a million civilians to evacuate to the southern region of the besieged territory in anticipation of an anticipated ground invasion in reprisal for the surprise strike by the ruling Hamas militant group, Palestinians staged a […]
War War: Pope, China, UK demand end to civilian casualties. Pope Francis on Sunday renewed his calls for Hamas to release Israeli hostages and for Israel to spare Gaza civilians amid the ongoing warfare. “I continue to follow with great sorrow what is happening in Israel and Palestine,” he wrote on X, adding, “I renew […]
President Tinubu Meets With FEC Tinubu swears in new ministers today. President Bola Tinubu will today (Monday) swear in three additional ministers into his 48-person cabinet, The PUNCH has learned. A senior official in the Presidency, who did not want his name mentioned because he was not authorised to speak on the matter, confirmed to our […]
Nigerian Fighters Military bombs terrorists in Borno state. Several terrorists were killed after an air interdiction conducted by the personnel of the Nigerian Air Force at Bukar Meram in Borno State. Also, over 40 motorcycles and six gun trucks were destroyed during the air raids. The spokesman for the Air Force, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, […]
Army Army conducts exam for 286 Captains for promotion . No fewer than 286 officers of the Nigerian Army are taking part in the 2023 Captain to Major practical examination to test the proficiency of officers for higher responsibilities. Addressing candidates and officers in Abeokuta on Sunday, the Commander Training and Doctrine Command of the […]
Idris Wase Reps panel promises equity in govt employment. The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Federal Character, Idris Wase, has promised to work towards ensuring that the composition of government agencies reflects the federal character to promote national unity. Wase, who gave the assurance at the inaugural meeting of the committee in […]