FCCPC Sues MultiChoice Over Subscription Price Hike
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has instituted a legal action against MultiChoice Nigeria Ltd., and its Chief Executive Officer, Mr John Ugbe, for violating regulatory directives. In a statement yesterday, it revealed that the company was also charged for obstructing an ongoing inquiry and engaging in conduct that the Federal Competition and […]
FEC Approves N10.3bn For Various Healthcare Projects
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved about ₦10.3 billion for various health sector projects aimed at improving access to quality healthcare for Nigerians. Briefing State house Correspondent after FEC on Wednesday, Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, said the approval includes funds for essential medicines, diagnostic kits, and medical equipment. Specifically, ₦997 […]
Akpabio Denies Sexual Harassment Allegations as Natasha formally submits Petition
The Nigerian Senate President, Godswill Akpabio has categorically denied allegations of sexual harassment made against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Centre), which is now before a court of competent jurisdiction. Senator Akpabio at the start today’s plenary session while reacting to the alleged sexual harassment by Senator Natasha stressed that he has always upheld high […]
Tinubu Appoints Ogunjimi as Accountant General
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Shamsedeen Ogunjimi as the new Accountant General of the Federation. Announcing this in a statement, Presidential Spokesman, Bayo Onanuga said the appointment followed a thorough selection process, including a written test, ICT assessment, and oral interviews. The 57 year old Ogunjimi will assume office on March 7, 2025, the same […]
Trump Defends Policies in First Congressional Address
President Donald Trump delivered his first address to Congress since reclaiming office, using the speech to defend his policy decisions within his first 43 days. He justified halting military aid to Ukraine and imposing 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico. On Ukraine, Trump revealed he had received a letter from President Volodymyr Zelensky, […]
INEC Denies May 27 CVR, PVC Replacement Date
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has not yet announced a resumption date for the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) and the replacement of lost Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs). Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, Rotimi Oyekanmi, in a statement says INEC’s attention had been drawn to a misleading report circulating that the […]
Chelle Names 35-Man Squad for World Cup Qualifiers
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has named a 35-man provisional squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. Captain Ahmed Musa, Troost-Ekong, and Joe Aribo return, while six new faces join. The squad includes home-based players like Papa Mustapha and Kayode Bankole, with injured Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and long-absent Maduka Okoye also listed. […]
President Tinubu Urges Prayers For Leaders, Nation’s Stability, Progress
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for fervent prayers for the country’s leaders and the peace, stability and progress of the nation, in the spirit of the holy month of Ramadan. Speaking on Monday at the State House Mosque during the opening Tafseer for the Month of Ramadan, the President, who was represented by his […]
FEC Approves Provisional licenses for 11 Private Universities
The Federal Executive Council (FEC), presided over by President Bola Tinubu today approved provisional licenses for 11 private Universities in Nigeria. Briefing State House Correspondents after the FEC meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa said President Tinubu is committed to expanding the frontiers of Educational opportunities and infrastructure, while […]
FG Insures Airports Assets for N1.097bn
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the completion of four major road projects inherited from the past administration. Minister of Works, David Umahi, briefing newsmen in Abuja after FEC meeting, said the projects include the dualization of Odupani-Itu-Idedem Road in Cross-River and Akwa-Ibom states for ₦55 billion, as well as the Ibadan-Ilorin Road (Ogbomosho […]
