Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, a chieftain and presidential hopeful of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has described the All Progressives Congress (APC) as “a cult, not a political party.”APC suspension Olawepo-Hashim said the ruling party lacks ideology, internal democracy, and a coherent vision for Nigeria’s future. Speaking on AIT Democracy Today and later at an interactive session…
Members of the House of Representatives have underscored the urgent need to eradicate the age-long dichotomy between Degree and Higher National Diploma (HND) status and employment across the country. Chairman, House Committee on Federal Polytechnics and Higher Technical Education, Hon. Fuad Laguda gave the assurance during the budget performance session with the Rectors of Federal…
Grade A Customary Court, Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, has adjourned till August 5, further hearing on the divorce suit brought before it by a man, Khalid, against his wife, Hafsa, on the grounds of irresponsibility, misbehaviour and violence. Khalid explained that Hafsa became a thorn in the flesh after he impregnated her, and she moved…
In recent years, the age-old tradition of marriage has undergone a myriad of transformations, reflecting societal changes, economic conditions, and shifting values. One particularly intriguing trend emerging in some communities is the concept of men requesting “marriage lists” from multiple women. This practice, driven by a desire to evaluate potential marriage costs, raises several questions…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a circular announcing the immediate suspension of approvals for the extension of export proceeds repatriation on behalf of exporters. Dated January 8, 2025, the directive applies to both oil and non-oil export transactions, marking a significant policy shift aimed at ensuring compliance with existing regulations. The circular…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a 75 percent cash reserve ratio (CRR) on non-treasury single account (TSA) public sector deposits for enhanced liquidity management. Olayemi Cardoso, CBN’s governor, announced at a press conference on Tuesday after the monetary policy committee (MPC) 302nd meeting in Abuja. Non-TSA public sector deposits are government-related funds…
Billionaire businessman, Mr Femi Otedola, yesterday said that up to N2 trillion was siphoned in questionable fuel subsidy claims under the Goodluck Jonathan administration, narrating how he warned the ex-President about fraudulent oil marketers at the time. In a statement on recent issues in the oil and gas sector, especially in the downstream, Otedola also…
President Bola Tinubu has sworn in Joash Amupitan as chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Amupitan, dressed in a white agbada and gold cap, arrived at the State House on Thursday morning and exchanged pleasantries with guests ahead of the ceremony. The senior advocate of Nigeria (SAN) took the oath at 1:50 pm…
The police have apprehended Saudat Jibril, an 18-year-old resident of Farawa Quarters, for slitting the throat of her husband, Salisu Idris. The police command in Kano said the suspect allegedly slit the throat of her 30-year-old husband with a sharp knife. According to a statement by the police, upon receiving the report of the incident,…
Senior Adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump on Arab and African Affairs, Massad Boulos, has downplayed reports suggesting that Christians are being deliberately targeted in Nigeria. Boulos made the statement during a courtesy visit to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Friday. He dismissed what he described as “misleading claims” of…