President Tinubu Promises to Handle Return of Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso to ECOWAS
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said the interest and welfare of the citizens in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger remain priority for leaders of ECOWAS, assuring that wisdom and diplomacy will make the difference in reintegrating the countries into the commission. Receiving the President of Germany, Frank–Walter Steinmeier, in a State Visit at the Presidential […]
Senate Orders Arrest of Julius Berger MD Over Road Project
Meanwhile, the Upper legislative chamber has ordered the arrest of the Managing Director of Julius Berger PLC for failing to appear before its Committee on Works to explain the stalled execution of the Itu-Odukpani highway contract. President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, announced the resolution during plenary, following a Point of Order raised by Senate […]
INEC Announces Plans To Introduce Computer-Generated Slips For Voter’s Accreditation
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has recommended the use of computer-generated slips in place of Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs) for voter’s accreditation in future elections. Chairman of INEC Mahmood Yakubu who disclosed this at the consultative meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) in Abuja, said the proposal was part of the 142 recommendations outlined […]
Power Minister Says Nigeria To Add 150 Megawatts of Electricity Before End of 2024
The Minister of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu has revealed that Nigeria is set to add 150 megawatts of electricity to its national grid before the end of the year 2024. The minister who made this known to newsmen after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier had a closed-door meeting […]
Senate Declares Edo Central Senatorial District seat vacant
The Nigerian Senate has declared the Edo Central Senatorial District seat vacant, following the election of Senator Monday Okpebholo as Governor of Edo State. President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio made the declaration during a valedictory session held in honour of Okpebholo today and urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to organise elections promptly to fill the vacant […]
French Military Begin Withdrawal From Chad
France has started withdrawing its military from Chad, with the departure of two warplanes that were based in the capital N’Djamena. This comes two weeks after Chad said it was ending its defence cooperation pact with Paris. According to France Army spokesperson, Colonel Guillaume Vernet, the move marks the beginning of the return of French equipment stationed […]
South Korean President Banned From Foreign Travel
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been banned from leaving the country over a failed attempt at imposing martial law, amid growing calls for him to step down and a deepening leadership crisis. Yoon has apologised for the botched attempt and said he was leaving his political and legal fate to his ruling People […]
South East, South-South Senators calls for Wider Consultations on Controversial Tax Bill
The South East and South-South Caucus in the Senate have joined groups of stakeholders, calling for wider consultations on the Tax Reform Bills pending for consideration and possible passage by both Chambers of the National Assembly. The leader of the caucus, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, who made this known to newsmen after a closed door meeting […]
The President of Germany to Arrive Nigeria Today
The President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier is set to arrive in Nigeria today December 10, 2024 and stay until December 12, 2024. The German Embassy said in a statement yesterday that while in Abuja, President Steinmeier will meet with President Bola Tinubu, as well as with the President of the Commission of Economic Community of […]
Man Arrested After Attempting to Divert Mexico Flight to U.S.
A 31-year-old man was taken into custody on Sunday after attempting to reroute a domestic flight in Mexico to the United States, authorities reported. The Airbus A320 had departed Leon, Guanajuato, at 7:17 a.m., heading to Tijuana. About 45 minutes into the flight, it was forced to make an emergency landing in Guadalajara after the […]
