Democracy Radio, LECESA Partner on weekly Security Programme
By Benjamin Ubiri As part of efforts to strengthen collaboration in advancing the station’s public service mandate, Acting General Manager of Democracy Radio 104.9FM Abuja, Benjamin Ubiri, has paid a courtesy visit to the Director of the Legislative Centre for Security Analysis (LECESA), Professor Zubairu Dagona, at the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies […]
Budget Motion Sparks Heated Exchange in House of Reps
By Mardiyyah Abubakar The House of Representatives descended into a rowdy session on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a motion on the poor implementation of the budget and delays in releasing funds to Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). Hon. Mascot Ikwechegh, who represents an Abia State constituency, sponsored the motion to address concerns about slow budget […]
CBN: Standard ₦100 Note Remains Valid Legal Tender
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Wednesday clarified that the standard ₦100 banknote remains legal tender and must be accepted for all transactions across the country. In a statement by Hakama Sidi-Ali, Acting Director of Corporate Communications, the apex bank says the clarification followed reports that some individuals and businesses had […]
Tinubu Urges Afreximbank to Drive Africa’s Industrial Revolution
By Mardiyyah Abubakar President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has challenged the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to take the lead in accelerating Africa’s industrialisation by unlocking the continent’s vast human, financial and natural resources. The President made the call on Tuesday while receiving Afreximbank’s newly elected President and Chairman of the Board, George Elombi, at the State […]
Senate Grills NWDC Over ₦943m Board Allowances
By Anayo Akwitti The Senate Committee on Regional Development has queried the operations of the North West Development Commission (NWDC), raising concerns over the payment of about ₦943 million in board allowances, delays in appointing executive directors and persistent governance challenges slowing the commission’s take-off. At an investigative hearing with officials of the commission and […]
Senate Seeks Urgent Action Over South Africa Xenophobia
By Anayo Akwitti The Senate has called for urgent diplomatic intervention over the renewed wave of xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa. The resolution followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, who raised concerns over reports that anti-migrant groups in South Africa issued an ultimatum ordering […]
NERC Transfers Electricity Regulation to 16 States
By Mardiyyah Abubakar The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has formally transferred electricity market regulatory powers to 16 states, marking a major milestone in Nigeria’s transition to a decentralised electricity market. NERC Chairman, Dr. Musiliu Oseni, announced the development on Monday during a regional seminar for judges of the Lagos State High Court, describing the […]
PETAN Warns Funding Gaps, Idle Capacity Threaten 3mbpd Oil
By Mardiyyah Abubakar The President of the Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN), Engr. Wole Ogunsanya, has warned that underutilised capacity, limited drilling activities and funding challenges could prevent Nigeria from achieving its crude oil production targets. Ogunsanya said these challenges could derail Nigeria’s plan to increase oil production to 2 million barrels per day […]
Kebbi ADC Reps Aspirant Defects to APC
By Mardiyyah Abubakar A House of Representatives aspirant in Kebbi State, Aminullahi Mustapha, has resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), in a move expected to bolster the ruling party’s strength ahead of future elections. Mustapha, who sought the ADC ticket for the Jega/Gwandu/Aliero Federal Constituency, announced […]
Gbajabiamila Threatens ₦10bn Defamation Suit
By Mardiyyah Abubakar Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, has threatened a ₦10 billion defamation lawsuit against Adeniyi Adeyemi over allegations linking him to murder, bribery and corruption. In a letter issued through his lawyer, Kemi Pinheiro (SAN), Gbajabiamila gave Adeyemi 72 hours to delete all videos, posts and comments containing the […]