The Federal Government has reiterated that the nation’s 60th independence anniversary celebration will be low-key. The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, who disclosed this while briefing journalists on Thursday, in Abuja, said this is not unconnected from the COVID-19 pandemic. “The 60th independence anniversary celebration will be low-key just as the President has alreadyContinue reading “Nigeria’s 60th Independence Celebration Will Be Low-Key – FG”
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NCDC Warns Of Second Wave Of Coronavirus
The Nigerian Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has warned that there is likely to be an even more devastating second wave of coronavirus in Adamawa and other states in the country due to the non-compliance to COVID-19 health guidelines. A technical adviser in the implementation of NCDC’s action plan in Adamawa State, Fahad Mohammed, whoContinue reading “NCDC Warns Of Second Wave Of Coronavirus”
Visa Ban: We Decide Who Visits The UK, British High Commissioner Fires Back At Nigerian Government
The UK Government has said it is surprised by the federal government’s stance, that it would consider disrespectful to Nigeria’s sovereignty, for any outside authority to sit in judgment over the conduct of its citizens and apply punitive measures such as visa restriction, unilaterally. The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Catriona Laing, stated this whileContinue reading “Visa Ban: We Decide Who Visits The UK, British High Commissioner Fires Back At Nigerian Government”
Governor Sanwo-Olu seeks monthly payment of house rent for Lagosians
The Lagos State Government has called on stakeholders in the real estate sector to work out modalities for residents to pay house rents on monthly basis instead of yearly. Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, made the call on Thursday in Lekki, during the Policy Roundtable Dialogue with key stakeholders in the Real Estate Sector.Continue reading “Governor Sanwo-Olu seeks monthly payment of house rent for Lagosians”
Lady in need of love goes online to search for partnerLegitSep 25, 2020Read original
A beautiful lady on Friday, September 25, went in search of a partner online as she asked people to message her The lady’s post on Twitter got mixed reactions as some said they would not woo her In her tweet, @adethayorr raised prospective lovers’ hope as she said one of them could catch her fancyAContinue reading “Lady in need of love goes online to search for partnerLegitSep 25, 2020Read original”
2023 Presidential Campaign Poster For Peter Obi, Kwankwaso Surfaces, New Emir Reportedly Chosen…MORE
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Central Bank of Nigeria disburses N3.5 trillion COVID-19 intervention cash
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) had disbursed N3.5 trillion to different sectors of the economy to cushion the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic. It will also contribute N1.8 trillion into the N2.30 trillion Federal Government’s one-year Economic Sustainability Plan (ESP) through its Participating Financial Institutions (PFIs). CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele stated this on TuesdayContinue reading “Central Bank of Nigeria disburses N3.5 trillion COVID-19 intervention cash”
To save cost, Italy votes to remove one in three lawmakers
Italians have voted to reduce one-third of the country’s lawmakers in order to save cost. Almost 70 percent of the citizens voted in favour of the move in a referendum which followed an earlier decision by the parliament. The move will see the number of parliamentarians downsized from about 945 to 600; the senators willContinue reading “To save cost, Italy votes to remove one in three lawmakers”
Nigerian Government Urges Vigilance, Says Another Lockdown Possible
As some states recalled students of primary and secondary schools back to classes, the federal government on Monday called for more vigilance to avert a possible resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools have reopened in Lagos, Kano, Ekiti, Ogun, while many others have fixed dates for resumption. The federal government noted that if care wasContinue reading “Nigerian Government Urges Vigilance, Says Another Lockdown Possible”
Fuel scarcity looms in Nigeria as NARTO begins strike today
Scarcity of petroleum is imminent as the Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) begins a warning strike from Tuesday. NARTO is the umbrella organisation of all commercial vehicles owners engaged in the haulage of petroleum products, general cargoes and movement of goods and passengers within Nigeria and the West-African sub region. Its National President,Continue reading “Fuel scarcity looms in Nigeria as NARTO begins strike today”
Fear of visa ban responsible for credible election in Edo State – Kanu
Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) Nnamdi Kanu has mocked Nigerian politicians who took part in the Edo election just as he attributed its success and transparency to the visa ban imposed as penalty for election riggers. Kanu, in a statement by Emma Powerful said: “Here is Mary Beth Leonard, the courageous USContinue reading “Fear of visa ban responsible for credible election in Edo State – Kanu”
CBN decries speculation as naira plunges further at parallel market
Declining export receipts from oil and speculative activities of the Bureau De Change operators among other challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic on the economy will put more pressure on the naira. The Central Bank of Nigeria said this in its report on ‘Monetary, credit, foreign trade and exchange policy guidelines for fiscal years 2020/2021’. TheContinue reading “CBN decries speculation as naira plunges further at parallel market”
Prepare for full reopening – NUC to Nigerian Universities
Vice Chancellors of universities were told on Tuesday to conclude arrangements for the immediate and full reopening, following the decline in COVID-19 infection rates. The National Universities Commission (NUC), which issued the directive, said the Federal Ministry of Education has accepted its request for varsities to get set for immediate resumption of academic activities. TheContinue reading “Prepare for full reopening – NUC to Nigerian Universities”
Nigeria has long way to go in leadership – Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has declared that Nigeria still has a long way to go as far as good leadership is concerned. Obasanjo, who stated that only Nigerians could fix the challenges confronting the country, equally said the country had failed to attain the position it ought to occupy. The former president spoke at the weekendContinue reading “Nigeria has long way to go in leadership – Obasanjo”
Buhari Congratulates Obaseki, Reiterates Commitment To Free, Fair Elections
President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Godwin Obaseki on his re-election as governor of Edo State. He congratulated him on Sunday in a statement signed by Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity, Garba Shehu, urging him to continue to show grace and humility in victory. The President also commended the election processContinue reading “Buhari Congratulates Obaseki, Reiterates Commitment To Free, Fair Elections”
Cardi B Reveals The Reason She Filed For Divorce From Offset
US rapper, Cardi B is shedding some light on her split from Offset. The “WAP” rapper filed for divorce from her husband of three years on Tuesday. A hearing has been set for Nov. 4. The rap queen during an Instagram Live on Saturday, disclosed that Offset’s infidelity was not the reason for their split. She also said she didContinue reading “Cardi B Reveals The Reason She Filed For Divorce From Offset”
Billionaire fulfills dream to die poor, donates N3trillion fortune to charity
Irish billionaire Chuck Feeney, 89, is officially broke as he has given away $8 billion(N3tn) to charities, universities, and organisations worldwide via his foundation, the Atlantic Philanthropies, Forbes Magazine reports. The report stated that Feeney reached his billionaire status by co-founding airport retailer Duty Free Shoppers. The business man was popular for leading the wayContinue reading “Billionaire fulfills dream to die poor, donates N3trillion fortune to charity”
Jonathan, Lawan, Gbajabiamila pay respect to late Emir
From AbdulGafar Alabelewe, Kaduna and Tony Akowe, Abuja Former President Dr Goodluck Jonathan, Senate President Senator Ahmed Lawan, Yobe State Governor Maimala Buni and other notable Nigerians, on Tuesday paid condolence visits to the Emir’s palace.Former President Jonathan said he was at the palace to pay his condolence to Emirate council, people of Zazzau EmirateContinue reading “Jonathan, Lawan, Gbajabiamila pay respect to late Emir”
Obaseki vs Ize-Iyamu: Oshiomhole told to pack up, leave Edo State, Tinubu mocked
POLITICS Published on September 20, 2020 null Olusegun Bamgbose, Esq., National Coordinator, Concerned Advocates for Good Governance, CAGG, has advised the immediate past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Adams Oshiomhole to start getting prepared to relocate from Edo State. Bamgbose said that the developments so far in Edo governorship elections is satisfying, commendingContinue reading “Obaseki vs Ize-Iyamu: Oshiomhole told to pack up, leave Edo State, Tinubu mocked”
Obaseki vs Ize-Iyamu: Oshiomhole told to pack up, leave Edo State, Tinubu mocked
POLITICS Published on September 20, 2020 null Olusegun Bamgbose, Esq., National Coordinator, Concerned Advocates for Good Governance, CAGG, has advised the immediate past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Adams Oshiomhole to start getting prepared to relocate from Edo State. Bamgbose said that the developments so far in Edo governorship elections is satisfying, commendingContinue reading “Obaseki vs Ize-Iyamu: Oshiomhole told to pack up, leave Edo State, Tinubu mocked”