Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has lamented President Bola Tinubu, saying that more than two years into his administration, there is still no evidence that he can effectively address the widespread hunger and poverty affecting the country. The African Democratic Party (ADC) chieftain described the level of hunger in the country as unacceptable, particularly among the underprivileged and downtrodden. “Whatever reform the Tinubu government might claim to be undertaking, the point remains that food insecurity is a daily occurrence nationwide. There is no government worth its salt that does not place priority on the welfare and security of the people,”…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
The Niger State Government has introduced a new policy requiring religious preachers to submit their sermons for review before delivering them in public. Governor Umar Bago confirmed the development during an appearance on TVC’s Politics on Sunday, explaining that the measure is aimed at preventing harmful or inciteful messages. “I didn’t ban evangelism. For everyone going to sermon on Friday, he should bring his scriptures for review, and it’s normal. Even in Saudi Arabia, this is done,” Bago said. “We cannot say because you have been given the opportunity to be a cleric, you will go out and preach the…
The Federal Government has warned that 11 states may experience heavy rainfall that could result in flooding between Sunday and Thursday. According to a notice issued by the Federal Ministry of Environment’s National Flood Early Warning Centre, the affected states and locations are Adamawa State (Ganye, Natubi); Benue State (Abinsi, Agyo, Gogo, Ito, Makurdi, Udoma, Ukpiam); Nasarawa State (Agima, Rukubi, Odogbo); Taraba State (Beli, Serti, Donga); Delta State (Umugboma, Umukwata, Abraka, Aboh, Okpo-Krika); and Niger State (Rijau). Others include Kebbi State (Ribah); Kano State (Gwarzo, Karaye); Katsina State (Jibia); Sokoto State (Makira); and Zamfara State (Kaura Namoda, Shinkafi, Maradun, Gusau,…
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) says it has recovered more than ₦10 billion for customers who lodged complaints against banks, fintech firms, and other service providers in the last six months. Director of Corporate Affairs at the Commission, Ondaje Ijagwu, disclosed that the money was recovered between March and August 2025, during which the FCCPC also resolved 9,091 complaints across 30 sectors of the economy. According to him, the banking sector recorded the highest number of cases, with 3,173 complaints, followed by Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), fintech, and the electricity sector. Other areas with high numbers of…
The Federal Government has halted enforcement of the controversial 4% Free-on-Board (FOB) charge recently introduced by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on imported goods. In a memo dated September 15, 2025, signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Finance (Special Duties), Customs was directed to suspend collection of the levy with immediate effect. The decision follows intense pressure from stakeholders including trade experts, importers, and industry associations who warned that the charge would increase freight costs, hurt trade competitiveness, and worsen inflation. The government explained that the suspension will create room for a comprehensive review of the levy’s framework, further…
Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive of Dangote Petroleum Refinery, says Nigeria’s five-decade struggle with fuel queues has ended since his refinery began producing petrol one year ago. Speaking at an event in Lagos to mark the refinery’s first anniversary, Dangote recalled that Nigerians had battled persistent fuel shortages since 1975. According to him, the situation changed after the 650,000 barrels-per-day facility started operations on September 3, 2024. “We have been battling fuel queues since 1975, but today Nigerians are witnessing a new era,” he said. The billionaire industrialist explained that the project carried huge risks, as many investors and…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the assignment of portfolios to five executive directors on the board of the North Central Development Commission (NCDC). Mr. Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), announced the development in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja. According to the statement, Hajiya Biliquis Jumoke will oversee Administration and Human Resources. Mrs. Aisha Rufai Ibrahim has been assigned to head Commercial and Industrial Development, while Mr. James Abel Uloko will be in charge of Corporate Services. Prof. Muhammad Bashar will take responsibility…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called for a legal framework to mandate the electronic transmission of election results, stressing that it will resist any attempts to undermine the will of Nigerians ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Monday, PDP National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Debo Ologunagba, cited past electoral challenges and insisted that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) must ensure real-time results transmission directly from polling units. “There must be no glitches in 2027. If technology can support seamless financial transactions nationwide, INEC must ensure its election technology works effectively on…
Tesla CEO Elon Musk invested roughly $1 billion in his company’s shares, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), causing the stock price to rise by six percent on Monday. The filing shows that Musk, who also owns SpaceX and social media platform X, purchased 2.57 million Tesla shares last Friday at prices ranging from $371 to $396 per share. The purchase coincides with Tesla unveiling a proposed compensation plan for Musk, which could be worth up to $1 trillion if the company achieves exceptional growth through new technologies. Tesla chair Robyn Denholm, a close Musk…
Nigerian celebrity chef Hilda Baci has officially set a new Guinness World Record for the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice, weighing an astonishing 8,780 kilograms (19,356 lb 9 oz). The feat was achieved in partnership with food brand Gino at Victoria Island, Lagos, and has now been formally recognized by Guinness World Records. Announcing the confirmation on Monday via X (formerly Twitter), Guinness World Records wrote: “New record: Largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice 8,780 kg achieved by Hilda Baci and Gino in Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria.” Baci first rose to global fame with her headline-making cook-a-thon in 2023…
The Edo State Police Command has recovered N300,000 allegedly extorted from a furniture maker by officers attached to the Oba Market Area Command in Benin, the command confirmed on Monday. CSP Moses Yamu, the Public Relations Officer of the command, disclosed that the officers involved have been identified, the money fully returned to the victim, and the implicated officers detained pending disciplinary action. He explained that the recovery followed a viral video shared by a social media influencer alleging the extortion. “The officers involved have been promptly identified, the money has been fully recovered and returned to the victim, while…
Former Governor of Anambra State and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has joined the Universal Church in celebrating the 70th birthday of Pope Leo XIV. In a message shared on his official X account yesterday, Obi described the Pope’s life as a testimony of “faith, humility, and courage,” noting that his journey through the years reflects God’s grace. He highlighted the significance of the Pope’s birthday coinciding with the Feast of the Triumph of the Cross, a day symbolising victory, redemption, and unshakeable hope. Obi drew a parallel between the meaning of the feast and the Pope’s personal…