Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting the families of fallen heroes while celebrating their bravery and patriotism in safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial integrity. Speaking during the Armed Forces Remembrance Day ceremony on Wednesday, January 15, Governor Ododo laid wreaths at the World War I and II Cenotaph in Lokoja, paying tribute to the sacrifices of Nigeria’s armed forces. He described the event as a…

The National Assembly has increased the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) revenue target for 2025 to N25 trillion after the agency surpassed its 2024 target of N19.4 trillion, as revealed by its Executive Chairman, Zacch Adedeji. Adedeji, while presenting the agency’s performance report and future projections on Wednesday, highlighted the record-breaking revenue collection.  In response, the National Assembly’s Joint Committee on Finance proposed the new target, aiming to build on…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced a record remittance of N10 trillion to the federation account for 2024. This the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Mele Kyar said solidifies its position as Nigeria’s highest taxpayer and the only company in the country to publish 100 per cent of its account statements annually.   This disclosure Kyari made during a presentation on the company’s 2024 revenue performance and 2025…

The production of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery is having a poignant impact on the PMS market in Europe, the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has said. Before the commencement of operations in January 2024, and the production of PMS nine months later at the 650,000-capacity Dangote refinery, the country had relied solely on importation for its fuel needs. Since it started production, the…

The Federal Government (FG) has responded to recent remarks by the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, concerning the economic reforms under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Recall that Sanusi II has said that he would not offer any advice to President Tinubu’s Adkins on how to tackle the economic challenges facing the country. Speaking at a public event in Lagos, Emir Sanusi acknowledged the necessity of the reforms but noted…

Eight individuals suspected to be members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have been killed by security operatives in Ufuma, Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State. The operation, conducted by a joint security team comprising the police, military, and other agencies, took place on January 14, 2025, at 12:30 pm along Umugem Road in Ufuma. Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the…

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi has said he has decided not to offer any help whatsoever, especially concerning the economy, to the administration of President Bola Tinubu anymore. The Emir spoke at the memorial lecture of Chief Gani Fawehinmi in Lagos on Wednesday. The lecture, with the theme, “Bretton Woods and the African Economies: Can Nigerians Survive Another Structural Adjustment Programme?” was organised by Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Ikeja…

Patricia Masithela, a 27-year-old woman of Nigerian extraction, has sadly died after a pack of starving dogs attacked her in Latina, Italy. According to Mirror UK, the incident occurred late Monday night while Patricia was visiting a male acquaintance at his abandoned villa in the Lazio region. The reports stated that her screams filled the night, alerting neighbours to the savage attack. The deceased woman, who had recently moved to…

The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has said that Nigerians will have to pay 30-60 percent more for calls, data, and other services in the telecommunications sector. Tijani disclosed this in a recent interview with Channels Television. According to him, the telecommunications sector is entirely about investment to spur Nigeria’s economic growth. He noted that investors in the sector continuously invest in equipment to remain relevant despite…

In consideration of the prevailing economic hardship, the Federal Government has announced plans to distribute N75,000 cash to about 70 million ‘poorest of the poor’ Nigerians by 2025. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Prof Nentawe Yilwatda disclosed this during his appearance on The Morning Show on Arise Television on Wednesday. According to Yilwatda, the ministry aims to deploy the programme across 36 states of the Federation by…

The House of Representatives Deputy Chief Whip, Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, popularly called Ijaya, is dead. Onanuga, who represented the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency of Ogun State passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, after a brief illness. This was confirmed in a statement by the House Spokesperson, Akin Rotimi. According to him, Onanuga, born on December 2, 1965, was a dedicated public servant, a visionary leader, and a passionate…

Nigeria, a West African country with the largest population on the continent, ranks fifth among the top 10 African nations with the highest number of citizens willing to migrate to other countries. According to a survey conducted by Gallup, 51% of Nigerian citizens expressed interest in leaving the nation. Several factors contribute to citizens or residents of a country deciding to emigrate. These factors often include poverty, poor governance, corruption,…