BREAKING: Gov Yusuf Sacks SSG, Chief of Staff, and 5 Commissioners
Governor Yusuf emphasized that the reshuffle is aimed at improving administrative performance and aligning the government’s structure with its developmental objectives.
Kano, Nigeria – Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has undertaken a major cabinet reshuffle, removing the Secretary to … Continue Reading
INEC Proposes Computer-Generated Voting Slips as Alternative to PVCs
Prof. Yakubu concluded by reaffirming INEC’s commitment to improving voter access and polling unit distribution. “The Commission will take decisive action on enhancing voter access and distribution to polling units,” he said.
Abuja, Nigeria – The Independent National Electoral Commission… Continue Reading
Dangote Refinery Begins Export of PMS to Cameroon
Lagos, Nigeria – The Dangote Refinery, Africa’s largest oil refinery, has commenced the export of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petroleum, to Cameroon.
This milestone was achieved through a strategic collaboration with Neptune Oil, a leading energy … Continue Reading
Meta Outage Leaves Millions of Users Stranded on its Platforms
California – In a major disruption, Meta’s key platforms—Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp—experienced widespread outages, leaving millions of users unable to access their accounts or post content globally.
The issue, which began on Wednesday, has sparked a flood of complaints on … Continue Reading
Foreign Portfolio Inflows Push Nigeria’s FX Reserves to $40.3bn
Abuja, Nigeria – Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves surged by $7.7 billion to reach $40.3 billion in the 11 months leading to November 2024, bolstered by increased foreign portfolio investments driven by elevated interest rates.
The Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) … Continue Reading
Taiwan Launches Work Visa Program to Address Senior-Level Talent Shortage
Taipei – Taiwan is introducing a new work visa program aimed at attracting international senior professionals to fill critical positions in key industries.
The initiative comes as the nation approaches a demographic shift, with over 20% of its population expected … Continue Reading
Nigerian Senate Declares Edo Governor’s Seat Vacant
The Senate has also urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct a bye-election to fill the vacancy.
Abuja, Nigeria – In a move aligned with the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the Nigerian Senate has … Continue Reading
BREAKING: Cargo Plane Skids Off Runway at Abuja Airport, 5 Rescued
Abuja, Nigeria – A dramatic incident occurred at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja today when an Allied Air Cargo plane skidded off the runway.
According to a statement by the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), the incident … Continue Reading
Tinubu meets German President, Steinmeier, in Aso Rock
In a statement on Monday, the German Embassy said Steinmeier will meet with President Tinubu and the President of the Commission of Economic Community of West African States, Dr. Alieu Touray.
Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is meeting … Continue Reading
Senate to Amend Electricity Act, Centralize Enforcement of Technical Standards
The 2023 Electricity Act, signed into law by President Bola Tinubu, marked a significant shift by ending the monopoly on electricity generation, transmission, and distribution at the national level.
Abuja, Nigeria – The Nigerian Senate is set to amend the … Continue Reading