The Federal Government has suspended 13 students of the Federal Government College in Enugu State for six-weeks for alleged bullying in the school.This is contained in a statement in Abuja on Wednesday by the Director of Press and Public Relations in the ministry, Folashade Boriowo.The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa ordered the suspension of the students based on a viral video showing some students of the school engaging in…

African leaders said categorically on Tuesday at the World Leaders Climate Action Summit (WLCAS) in Baku, Azerbaijan’s capital, that they are taking steps to reduce carbon emissions but will be unable to meet climate goals without funding from wealthier nations.”We cannot reach our climate goals alone, we call on our global partners to honour their commitments ensuring accessible concessional financing for sustainable development in Africa without unsustainable debt,” Ghana’s President…

In what some observers see as a potential nod to his political benefactors, Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has nominated Cyril Oshiomhole, son of the prominent political figure and former governor Adams Oshiomhole, as Commissioner for Health. This nomination, alongside other appointments, has sparked a wave of speculation across Edo State, with many citizens questioning whether the governor’s decisions are rooted in merit or political loyalty. Adams Oshiomhole, a…

The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has launched a major initiative to clear water hyacinths and other debris from Lagos’ busy water channels. The clearance project, which began this week, is part of efforts to ensure smooth and safe navigation for boat operators and passengers as holiday travel ramps up. According to a statement released on Wednesday, November 13, the Lagos Area Manager of NIWA, Sarat Braimah, explained that the…

The Federal Government, state governors, and local government chairpersons have taken a significant step towards the full implementation of local government autonomy with the signing of a technical agreement aimed at empowering local governments across Nigeria. This agreement, finalised during a meeting of the Committee on Local Government Autonomy, is expected to be submitted to President Bola Tinubu for approval later this month. The news was confirmed on Tuesday, November…

The Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has said that he believes the Bobrisky saga is a reflection of institutional issues in the country. The minister spoke on Tuesday’s edition of Channels Television’s Politics Today. Bobrisky, a popular cross-dresser whose real name is Idris Okuneye, has been embroiled in a saga over his jail time for naira abuse. In a viral audio, the cross-dresser claimed to have paid some officials of…

United States President-elect Donald Trump has announced that tech billionaire Elon Musk will serve in the Department of Government Efficiency. Musk will be joined by American patriot Vivek Ramaswamy, and together they will lead the department. This was disclosed in a statement issued by Trump on Tuesday, 12th November 2024, which was shared via Musk’s X handle early on Wednesday. The Republican noted that their appointments will help his administration…

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program may soon see a significant boost in funding, thanks to a new bill currently under debate in the Nigerian House of Representatives. The proposed NYSC Trust Fund (Establishment) Bill 2024 aims to create a sustainable financial structure to improve the training, empowerment, and overall operations of the NYSC, with a focus on addressing youth unemployment and skills development in the country. The bill,…

Corruption within Nigeria’s power sector is at the heart of the country’s ongoing electricity grid collapses and chronic power supply issues, according to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). On November 12, EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede shared disturbing insights during a visit by the House Committee on Anti-Corruption and Financial Crimes to the commission’s headquarters in Abuja. Olukoyede revealed that contractors awarded power supply contracts often engage in corrupt…

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has reached a landmark agreement with the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, signaling a potential shift in the country’s fuel distribution and pricing structure. With more than 30,000 members set to buy petrol directly from Dangote’s refinery in Lekki, Lagos, this deal is poised to transform Nigeria’s fuel landscape, offering consumers relief from soaring prices and supply chain inefficiencies. Under the new arrangement, IPMAN…

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday celebrated the triumph of democratic ideals as Monday Okpebholo and Dennis Idahosa were inaugurated as Governor and Deputy Governor, respectively. Speaking at the ceremony, President Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, assured Nigerians that the nation’s most challenging economic hurdles were now in the past. In his inspiring address, Tinubu hailed the occasion as a testament to “democracy in its truest form,” emphasising the…