The Senate, on Thursday, 21 November, 2024 approved the $2.2 billion fresh loan request by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The decision was sequel to the consideration and adoption of a report of the committee on local and foreign debts, chaired by Senator Aliyu Wamakko (Sokoto North). With the approval, Nigeria’s total debt has now hit an all-time high to the tune of N136 trillion. President Tinubu had written to the National Assembly requesting the Senate and House of Representatives to approve a fresh $2.2 billion as external borrowing plan in the 2024 Appropriation Act. The President’s request was contained in…
Author: Abimbola Ogunaike
The Kano State Government has formally handed over the 76 minors arrested during the End Bad Governance protest to their parents, with a warning to them not to seek donations and support. Governor Abba Yusuf, through his Chief of Staff, Shehu Wada Sagagi, commended President Tinubu for his gracious approval to withdraw the charges against the minors which was considered an injustice against them. The Governor noted that what had happened was a great historical teaching to everyone that violence does not pay and joining things that are against the law is condemnable. “The government would not condone parents under…
Two Nigerian players, Adaobi Okah and Yusuf Hannah have joined the University of Pittsburgh women’s team on a permanent transfer. Okah and Yusuf joined the University of Pittsburgh from Remo Stars Ladies and Confluence Queens respectively. Okah once represented Nigeria at the U-17 and U-20 levels. She was on the books of Edo Queens before moving to Remo Stars. Yusuf, who was formerly on the books of Nasarawa Amazons once represented Nigeria at the U-17 level. They joined Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun at the club.
The Senator representing Ondo South, Jimoh Ibrahim has advocated public execution of corrupt politicians in Nigeria, saying that is the only way to put an end to stealing in Nigeria Ibrahim stated this while reacting to the public outcry following President Bola Tinubu’s new loan request. Recall that Tinubu had written to the National Assembly on Tuesday, requesting approval for external borrowing of $2.2 billion. However, speaking during an interview on Channels TV Politics Today, the senator noted that public execution of corrupt officials is the only way to end stealing in Nigeria. When the Interviewer asked, “Borrowing in the…
A former Minister of Petroleum, Mrs Diezani Alison-Madueke on Thursday, 21 November, 2024 at the Federal High Court in Abuja, sought to amend a suit she filed against the Economic and Financial Crime Commission, EFCC, challenging the final forfeiture of her seized assets. At Thursday’s proceedings, Alison-Madueke, through her counsel, Godwin Iyinbor of Prof Mike Ozekhome’s chambers, told the trial Judge, Justice Inyang Ekwo that he had received processes from the anti-graft agency and had filed a further affidavit in response. The lawyer informed the court that they had filed a motion to amend their processes and that the commission…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in Osun State has strongly condemned the alleged assassination attempt on the Chairman of the Osun State Transport Management System(OSTMS), Wakeel Nurudeen Iyanda Alowonle. The party in a statement by Sunday Bisi, its chairman, also called for the immediate prosecution of Moses Lohor, the head of the Osun State Police Command Anti-Kidnapping Squad and members of his team for shooting Alowonle late on Monday night. Bisi described the incident as a deliberate escalation of political violence and intimidation orchestrated by thoughtless forces working for the APC. He also noted that the act came immediately after…
As part of its preparation for the 2027 general election, the Labour Party (LP), has launched an initiative to boost grassroots mobilization and empower youth leaders across the country The party stressed unity and collaboration among youths as key to driving the change required to secure the presidency. The Director-General of the LP Directorate of Mobilization and Integration, Marcel Ngogbehei, speaking at the party’s National Youth Leaders Conference on Wednesday, 20 November, 2024 in Abuja, emphasized the critical role of youth leaders in shaping the political landscape. He underscored the significance of grassroots leadership in fostering national unity and bridging…
The Federal High Court sitting in Calabar, the Cross River State capital, presided over by Justice Rosemary Dugbo-Oghoghorie has convicted and sentenced five internet fraudsters to various jail terms. The Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), had arraigned the convicts for criminal impersonation, fraudulent messaging and money laundering. The EFCC made this known via a statement on its X handle on Wednesday, 20 November, 2024. The statement reads in part: “Justice Rosemary Dugbo-Oghoghorie of the Federal High Court sitting in Calabar, Cross River State on Monday, November 18, 2024 convicted and sentenced five internet fraudsters…
Building businesses that stand the test of time requires a blend of innovation, unwavering focus, and passion. This was the key takeaway from the latest edition of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Business Series, hosted on Thursday, 21 November, 2024. With the theme: “Profit with Purpose, Business Continuity,” the event which was held at the Tony Elumelu Amphitheatre, UBA House, Marina, Lagos, brought together top industry leaders and entrepreneurs who shared actionable insights and strategies for ensuring business resilience and sustainability in today’s dynamic economic environment. Founder, Terra Kulture, Bolanle Austen-Peters; Chief Executive of Asadtek Group Limited, Ghana, Dr.…
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