The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has disassociated itself from the recent proclamation of the “United States of Biafra,” made at a convention in Lahti, Finland, organized by Simon Ekpa‘s supporters. In a statement on Saturday, IPOB spokesperson Emma Powerful dismissed any affiliation with the event, labeling those backing Ekpa as “criminals engaging in illegal activities to harm their homeland.” The declaration occurred during a convention led by Dr. Ngozi…

The Federal Government has announced the disbursal of over N1.2 billion to 24,104 beneficiaries of its grants and loan scheme across Delta State. Disclosed this on Friday at a townhall sensitization in Asaba, the Delta State capital, the state focal person for the Presidential Grant and Loan Scheme, Dr Isioma Okonta, thanked the Federal Government for the initiative, saying it had impacted many people in the state. Okonta said, “The…

A Federal High Court in Lagos has dismissed a fundamental rights suit filed by Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, popularly known as Bobrisky, against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bobrisky had sought N200 million from the EFCC for “psychotic trauma” and demanded N1 billion from the National Assembly for the “violation of his right to a fair hearing.” He also urged the court to restrain the EFCC and the National…

Ismail Usman, a self-proclaimed herbalist, sustained life-threatening injuries while testing a self-made “bulletproof” charm. The incident, which occurred in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), left him critically wounded after his experiment with the charm went awry.According to reports, Usman allegedly fired a gun at himself to prove the efficacy of the charm. Unfortunately, the charm failed to protect him, and he suffered severe injuries.The FCT Police Command swiftly responded to…

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to education and economic growth during a high-profile meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palais des Élysée. Accompanied by First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, the Nigerian leader emphasised critical sectors such as education, food security, energy, and solid minerals while seeking enhanced bilateral ties. During his dialogue with President Macron, Tinubu highlighted his administration’s dedication to reducing the number of out-of-school children…

Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has called for a robust partnership between the government and academia to harness the transformative potential of research and innovation for national development.  He emphasised that collaboration is essential for leveraging advancements in technology to address pressing challenges, including security. Tunji-Ojo made this appeal while delivering the 34th Convocation Lecture at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), as part of the institution’s academic convocation ceremony. …

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has approved the payment of a 13th-month salary for state workers, reinforcing his administration’s commitment to improving workers’ welfare.   In addition, the governor announced an automatic employment policy for First Class graduates of Edo extraction from universities within and outside Nigeria. This initiative aims to inspire Edo youths, enhance public service excellence, and provide a platform for the state’s best minds to thrive in the…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has told bank customers to report difficulties experienced with withdrawing cash from bank branches or ATMs from December 1. The CBN governor, Olayemi Cardoso, spoke on Friday during the 2024 annual bankers dinner organized by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) in Lagos. The bank chief urged customers to make reports through the regulator’s designated phone numbers and email addresses. He said,…

The Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has announced the commencement of the installation of over 4,000 prepaid meters for its Band A and Band B customers. This initiative is part of the Meter Acquisition Fund (MAF) program, introduced by the Federal Government to close the metering gap in Nigeria’s power sector. KEDCO’s management stated that the company has engaged approved Meter Asset Providers (MAPs) to supply and install the prepaid…

The founder of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) and Editor-in-Chief, Fisayo Soyombo, has regained freedom after three day in detention. The fIJ confirmed that the founder that was detained by the Nigerian Army (NA) for three days has been set free. The New Daily Prime reported that Soyombo, the publisher of FIJ, was detained by the Nigerian Army’s 6 Division in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The Nigerian Army earlier,…

The Yobe State Government has officially agreed to implement the new national minimum wage of N70,000 for all civil servants, pensioners, and those on special salary structures, starting in December 2024. This decision follows extensive negotiations between the state government and organised labor, led by the NLC (Nigeria Labour Congress) in the state. The agreement was announced by Baba Wali, the Secretary to the State Government and Chairman of the…

Osita Chidoka, former Minister of Aviation and ex-Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He announced his decision during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday. Chidoka stated that his departure from active politics will allow him to focus on his non-profit organization, the Athena Centre, dedicated to reforming Nigeria’s political landscape. “I believe the time has…