By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Historic appointment: AIG Longe becomes first female Force Secretary The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has named Assistant Inspector General of Police, Yetunde Longe, as the first female Force Secretary. In a statement on Wednesday, the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuiya Adejobi, emphasized that the appointment was a significant step towards […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi New Era: Charles III Banknotes enter circulation Banknotes featuring King Charles III’s portrait have been introduced into circulation for the first time, nearly two years after his succession to the throne following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. The four banknotes, each showcasing the king’s portrait on the front, come in […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Senate passes bill to ban open grazing amid controversy. Senators engaged in fervent debates as a bill to ban open grazing received a second reading during the legislative session. The proposed law, if enacted, will nationwide prohibit open grazing, aiming to resolve enduring conflicts between herders and farmers. Senator Titus Zam, […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Oil workers’ strike costs Nigeria N148.8bn in revenue Nigeria may have incurred a loss of approximately N148.8bn in oil revenue on Monday due to an industrial action by Organised Labour protesting the Federal Government’s N60,000 minimum wage proposal. The country’s daily crude oil production, excluding condensates, stands at 1,281,478 barrels, as […]