Despite the rising cost of living spreading like wildfire across the country, Nigerians paid 24 per cent more to purchase one litre of the Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) or petrol in September. This is as the World Bank in its latest report on Nigeria, said 129 million Nigerians currently live below poverty. In its Nigeria … [Read more…]
A man has died after allegedly jumping into a canal to avoid arrest in the Ipaja area of Lagos State. The Lagos Police Command’s Spokesman, SP Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed the development on his verified X handle @benHundeyin on Friday. He said the incident happened on Wednesday at about 10:00 a.m. in the Mosan Okunola area … [Read more…]
The national grid has collapsed for the third time in less than a week, plunging the nation into a major blackout. The grid, which has experienced significant disruptions over the past few days, was restored just two days ago before suffering another collapse on Saturday. Data obtained from the Nigerian System Operator’s portal (niggrid.org), revealed … [Read more…]
The World Health Organization, WHO, has lauded the Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah over his massive investments in the health sector of the state, saying he has distinguished himself from others as a pro-health governor with strong political commitment for health. This was made known by the WHO Zonal Coordinator in the South East, … [Read more…]
The World Bank has suggested four policies that President Bola Tinubu’s administration should adopt to reduce the cost of governance while providing relief to Nigerians. These policy recommendations are contained in the World Bank’s Nigeria Development Update report for October 2024, obtained by Nairametrics. Tagged “Staying the Course: Progress Amid Pressing Challenges,” the report assesses … [Read more…]
The Rivers State Government has approved a minimum wage of N85,000 for civil servants in the state. The Head of Service of the state, George Nwaeke, announced that the approval was granted by Governor Siminalayi Fubara during a closed-door meeting with labour leaders and senior government officials. Following the meeting, Nwaeke confirmed that the implementation … [Read more…]
…CP Kanayo reaffirms the police’s commitment to sustained action against violent criminals On October 17, 2024, around 8 p.m., operatives from the Enugu State Police Command’s Anti-Kidnapping, Distress Response and Special Intervention Squads, raided a kidnappers’ hideout in Nokpa-Nike, Enugu East Local Government Area, following a diligently gathered actionable intelligence. Upon the operatives’ arrival, the … [Read more…]
President Bola Tinubu has mourned the late President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu A tribute signed by the president on Friday described the late Igbo chief as a colossus of many parts. Iwuanyanwu died in July at the age of 82 after a brief illness. He said, “The late Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu was a colossus … [Read more…]
Kenya’s President William Ruto nominated Interior Minister Kithure Kindiki as his new deputy on Friday, hours after the Senate voted to impeach the last man in the job, Rigathi Gachagua. Ruto’s nomination of a close ally – who still needs to be approved by parliament – comes after a period of political turmoil, mass protests … [Read more…]
BRICS nations have unveiled a demo version of their new BRICS Pay payment system at the BRICS Business Forum in Moscow. Participants received cards loaded with 500 rubles, which can be used at selected points in the World Trade Centre for purchases like coffee and souvenirs. This marks the first official preview of the much-anticipated payment system. The … [Read more…]
Senators have unanimously passed a vote of confidence on the leadership of the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio. The confidence vote, which was passed on Thursday during plenary, came barely 24 hours after Wednesday’s media reports that operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) took over the National Assembly to supposedly prevent a … [Read more…]
Ferrari has introduced its latest limited-edition supercar, the F80, which blends design and technology from endurance racing and Formula 1. Despite its hefty price tag of 3.6 million euros (£3.1 million), all 799 units are already sold out. Presented in Maranello, Ferrari’s hometown, the F80 is part of the automaker’s strategy to maintain interest among … [Read more…]