The Federal Government of Nigeria has put forth a proposed budget of N26.01 trillion for the year 2024. This budget is predicated on an oil price benchmark of $73.96 and an interest rate of 21 per cent. At the conclusion of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting on Monday in Abuja, Minister of Budget and Read More…
In a thrilling encounter at the Estadio Municipal de Portimao, Portugal, the Super Eagles found themselves locked in a 2-2 draw with the Green Falcons of Saudi Arabia. The game was marked by a series of missed opportunities, with both teams ultimately unable to break the deadlock. Despite early chances by Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Read More…
In a collective stance against capital punishment, France, Australia, and the international non-governmental organisation Avocats Sans Frontieres (ASF) France renewed their resolute opposition to the death penalty, not only in Nigeria but across the globe. This reaffirmation was voiced during an event marking World Day Against the Death Penalty 2023 in Abuja. Emmanuelle Blatmann, the Read More…
Urgent Calls for Reform and Collaboration in Nigerian Healthcare In a sombre and tragic turn of events, September 26, 2023, marked the untimely passing of Greatness Olorunfemi. Olorunfemi, a victim of a reported stabbing and assault by notorious ‘one-chance’ robbers on the Maitama-Kubwa highway in Abuja, tragically lost her life after being rejected for treatment Read More…
The Federal Government and labour unions concluded their discussions on Sunday with a consensus that all categories of workers should benefit from the provisional wage increment declared by President Bola Tinubu during his Independence Day nationwide address. President Tinubu had announced an increase of N25,000 in the wages of lower-grade workers across the country. This Read More…
Nigeria is fiction. The country’s Constitution has been transferred to a new shelf in the library: the shelf containing fictional works. The latter-day patriots of Nigeria can cry all they want against me, but in this instance, I only choose to stand solidly in solidarity with the words that Samuel Johnson uttered on the evening Read More…
Challenges, Progress, and President Tinubu’s Mandate Nigeria, since attaining independence in 1960, has embarked on a complex journey marked by triumphs and tribulations. The rich mix of its history is woven with the threads of diverse cultures, ethnicities, and religions. However, within this narrative of nationhood lie formidable challenges that persistently shape its trajectory. President Read More…
In a bid to prevent an impending nationwide strike, Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu announced a series of measures on Sunday, coinciding with the nation’s 63rd Independence Anniversary. These measures include a temporary wage increase for government workers, an income subsidy for 15 million impoverished households, and the suspension of a value-added tax on diesel. President Read More…
In the ongoing Africa Women’s Youth Handball Championship in Monastir, Tunisia, the national under-18 women’s handball team displayed an impressive performance on Saturday by defeating their Algerian counterparts with a commanding score of 28-18. During the first match, the Nigerians showcased their skill and determination, making their nation proud with an outstanding performance. The initial Read More…
Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have reached a final agreement to lift the visa ban imposed on Nigerian travelers and to promptly resume flights operated by Etihad and Emirates Airlines. This development comes in the wake of President Bola Tinubu’s visit to the emirate on Monday, following his participation in the G20 summit Read More…
