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FG Announces Single-Digit Interest Loan For Media Organisations

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, through the Bank of Industry, to provide single-digit interest for financing to media organisations in the country. This was disclosed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during the sectoral press briefings to mark the first anniversary of President Tinubu’s administration. This was as the Federal Government said it remained dedicated to fostering a supportive environment for the media and information sectors. The Federal Government, through Idris, had last week announced that there would be no ceremony to mark President Tinubu’s first anniversary in office. Speaking on Monday, Idris stressed the administration’s commitment to transparency and account...

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ITTF Ranking: Aruna Reclaims Africa’s Table Tennis Top Spot

Nigeria’s table tennis sensation, Quadri Aruna, has reclaimed the top spot in Africa’s ranking less than two months after surrendering the position. A statement issued on Tuesday by the African Table Tennis Federation (ATTF) saw Aruna moving to 17th position in Week 22 of the 2024 ITTF Ranking. However, Egypt’s Omar Assar slipped to 22nd in the world ranking after occupying the top spot in Africa in the last two months following his triumph at the last African Games in Ghana. Aruna, who recently reclaimed the ITTF Africa Cup in Rwanda in May, rose two steps up the ranking ladder to become the highest-rated African in the world. Assar’s drop in the world ranking was due to the expiration of the quarter-final points he garnered at the Durban 2023 World Championships in South Afr...

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Number Of Distressed Nigerians Rising Because Of Tinubu’s Harsh Economic Policies- Psychiatrists

He expressed worry over the current economic hardship, coupled with the level of poverty and other social factors in the country, saying that might likely inflict mental illness on more Nigerians. He listed the social factors as including the high cost of living, insecurity, kidnapping, financial problems, inflation, child abuse, rape, broken homes and broken marriages, traumatic experiences and degrees of violence, among others. Mr Obindo explained that people who were predisposed to social factors were more likely to develop mental health issues, particularly during this period when the country was faced with lots of economic challenges. Mr Obindo decried the rate of multiple taxes on small businesses and individuals, stressing the need to streamline the taxes. According to him...

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President Tinubu to Address Joint Sitting of National Assembly Tomorrow

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not make a broadcast to the nation on Wednesday to celebrate his first anniversary as the leader of Nigeria. Instead, the President will address a joint session of the National Assembly, which has lined up a programme to commemorate 25 years of the nation's democratic journey at both the executive and legislative levels. President Tinubu’s speech will dwell on the achievements of his administration and Nigeria's democracy since the military ceded power in 1999. Former Senate President, Senator David Mark, former speaker of the House of Representatives and now President Tinubu’s Chief of Staff, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila are all lined up to address the parliament. Also lined up to speak is the former military ruler, General Abdulsalami Abubakar,...

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28May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Climate change: ILO partners NLC to mitigate impact on jobs

By Funmilayo Adeyemi The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has partnered with the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) in finding lasting solutions to the effect of climate change impact on jobs. The ILO Senior Specialist, Ms Inviolata Chinyangarara, at the NLC’s Post Conference of the Parties (COP 28) Review meeting in Abuja on Tuesday, said there was a direct link between emissions and inequality. According to her, those in poorer countries are likely to suffer more from climate events and catastrophes, while poorer households find it harder to make energy saving measures. She commended the NLC for its role in organising several national, regional and global initiatives aimed at strengthening workers’ knowledge and understanding on climate change and justtransition. She a...

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Allow Inputs From Nigerians Before Passing National Anthem Bill, Minister Tells NASS

The attorney-general of the federation and minister of justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has urged the National Assembly to consult widely before passing the bill seeking the return of the old national anthem.The minister said this on Monday, at a public hearing by the Senate Committee on judiciary, human rights and legal matters in Abuja. Mr Fagbemi urged the two chambers of the National Assembly to allow inputs from Nigerians before passing a decision on the bill. “Against the background of the foregoing, I am of the considered opinion that the revered issue of choice of a national anthem should not come into being only by legislative fiat, or presidential proclamation alone. “It is not out of place for Nigeria to be guided by the process of evolution of a national anthem in other...

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Police: Lagos Blogger Will Be Prosecuted For Allegedly Defaming E-Money

The police spokesperson in Lagos state, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, said a blogger identified as Stanley, will be prosecuted for allegedly defaming a businessman, Emeka Okonkwo, widely known as E-money, in his online video. Mr Hundeyin disclosed this on Monday while parading the suspect before journalists at the command’s headquarters, Ikeja. The image maker said that the command received a petition from E-money about the offensive video, stressing that a crack squad of the command, who swung into action for investigation, arrested the 24-year-old suspect at Uromi in Edo. “He is going to be prosecuted because the things he engaged in were criminal in nature. He has allegedly defamed E-money and he is going to be prosecuted. “We are not prosecuting the suspect because of the personal...

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ASUU Faults Proliferation Of Universities, Calls For Adequate Funding

Happiness Uduk, the Calabar zonal coordinator of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), has described the proliferation of universities in the country as a worrisome trend.Happiness Uduk, the Calabar zonal coordinator of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), has described the proliferation of universities in the country as a worrisome trend. Ms Uduk said at a press conference in Uyo on Monday that the trend was not in the interest of the nation’s education sector. Ms Uduk said that rather than establishing more universities, governments and other stakeholders should ensure adequate funding for the existing ones. “The proliferation of universities across the country is not in the best interest of the education sector. The existing ones should be adequately fun...

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BREAKING: Former EFCC Chairman, Ibrahim Lamorde Dies At 62

The former Chairman of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ibrahim Lamorde is dead. Though details of his death is still sketchy at the time of filing this report, it was gathered that he died in Egyptian hospital where he had gone to seek medical attention for an undisclosed ailment. Ibrahim Lamorde was born on 20 December 1962. He was a Nigerian police officer who was appointed Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on 23 November 2011 after chairman Farida Waziri had been dismissed by President Goodluck Jonathan. He was confirmed as Chairman by the Senate on 15 February 2012.

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Lagos: Lightning Strike Kills Two Women

Two women have lost their lives after being struck by lightning during the rain in the FESTAC area of Lagos State. Police spokesman in the state, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, made this known in a post he shared on his X handle – @benHundeyin, on Saturday. Mr Hundeyin said that the incident happened during the rain on Friday. “Somewhere on First Avenue, FESTAC, two women remained indoors during the downpour yesterday. “Lightning struck, electrocuting them instantly and causing a fire outbreak,” he said. According to him, the victims live in a shanty built under high-voltage wires. The spokesman sympathised with the deceased, and prayed that their souls rest in peace.NAN

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Police: We’ll Adhere To Court Order Stopping Sanusi’s Reinstatement As Emir

.The police command and other security agencies in Kano will adhere strictly to the court order halting the installation of a new emir, the commissioner, Usaini Gumel, has said.Mr Gumel told journalists on Saturday in Kano that the Federal High Court order in suit FHC/KN/CS/182/2024, dated May 23, 2024, was still subsisting and would be enforced. Mr Gumel spoke at a press conference held at the police headquarters in Bompai, Kano. The Kano Division of the Federal High Court had halted the installation of a new emir on Thursday after the state government abrogated the Emirates Council Law, which effectively dissolved the five emirates created by former Kano Governor Abdullahi Ganduje. On Thursday, Governor Abba Yusuf signed the Kano Emirate Bill (2024) into law and announced the r...

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Petrol Tanker Explodes On Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

A tanker conveying Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) on Saturday morning exploded after falling on its side on the Ibafo axis of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, causing gridlock. Florence Okpe, the spokesperson, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun, confirmed the incident to journalists in Abeokuta. Ms Okpe said men of the Ogun State Fire Service were at the scene of the crash, with efforts ongoing to put out the fire. ” FRSC operatives from Ibafo outpost are on ground managing the traffic situation. ” We are witnessing traffic build up between Ago Igbala, the road traffic crash scene, and MFM prayer city on the outward Lagos section of the expressway,” she said. Ms Okpe said full details of the crash would be provided as soon as possible.NAN

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Court Rejects MultiChoice’s Plea To Stop NBC From Auditing Company’s Account

The Abuja Division of the Federal High Court on Friday refused to grant an application filed by MultiChoice Nigeria Ltd, seeking an interim order restraining the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) from requesting any financial, accounting, or tax documents from them.Justice James Omotosho, in a ruling on the ex-parte motion moved by the applicants’ counsel, Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN), directed all parties not to take any step that could make the suit’s outcome nugatory. Although the ruling was delivered on Wednesday, its certified true copy was sighted on Friday. “The ex-parte order for interim injunction dated 8th day of May 2024 and filed 16th day of May 2024 is hereby refused,” he declared. Justice Omotosho then adjourned the matter until May 30 for a hearing of the motion o...

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Police Arrest Notorious Kidnapper, Rescue Three Victims In Kaduna

The police command in Kaduna State said its operatives have rescued three kidnapped victims and arrested a notorious kidnapper in the state. The command’s public relations officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, confirmed the rescue and arrest in a statement on Friday in Kaduna. Mr Hassan said, “On May 21, at about 14:50hrs, the divisional police officer (DPO) of Kidandan division received a distress call reporting that unknown bandits had blocked the Kidandan-Dogon Dawa Road and kidnapped an unspecified number of individuals.” He said in response, the DPO swiftly mobilised personnel from the Police Mobile Force (PMF), attached to Operation Whirl Punch in Galadimaw, and proceeded to the scene in an Armored Personnel Vehicle (APV). Mr Hassan said, “Upon arrival, the police team engaged the...

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Governor Yusuf Presents Appointment Letter To Emir Sanusi

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf on Friday presented Muhammadu Sanusi with a letter of appointment as the 16th Emir of Kano. The development follows the signing into law of the amended Kano State Emirate Council Law by the governor on Thursday. The amended law abolished the five emirate councils and sacked the emirs appointed by former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje in 2019, paving the way for Mr Sanusi’s re-enthronement. While presenting the letter, Mr Yusuf said, “Sanusi is a victim of the immediate past administration, who is now being restored to his rightful position to lead the people.” Members of the Kano Emirate Council, district heads and title holders graced the ceremony. It also marked a new chapter in the history of the Kano Emirate with the re-enthronement of Mr Sanu...

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Kerosene Price Jumped From N1,160 To N1,439 Under Tinubu

The National Bureau of Statistics says the average retail price of a litre of kerosene increased from N1,354.40 recorded in March 2024 to N1,439.64 in April 2024. Kerosene price jumped from N1,160 to N1,439 under TinubuThe bureau said this in its Kerosene Price Watch for April 2024, released in Abuja on Friday. NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA • MAY 24, 2024Kerosene pump and TinubuKerosene pump and TinubuThe National Bureau of Statistics says the average retail price of a litre of kerosene increased from N1,354.40 recorded in March 2024 to N1,439.64 in April 2024. The bureau said this in its Kerosene Price Watch for April 2024, released in Abuja on Friday. It said the April price of N1,439.64 represented a 6.29 per cent increase compared to what was obtained in March 2024 at N1,354.40. ...

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Breaking News: Ayede Ogbese Council Suspends Kingdom Traditional Prime Minister

The Council of Chiefs of Ayede Ogbese kingdom in Akure North Local Government area of Ondo state, on Friday voted to suspend Lisa of the kingdom, High Chief Femi Fajenbimo from presiding over its activities. At a meeting presided over by the Odo of Ayede Ogbese, Chief Olawunmi Akeredolu and all twelve chiefs in attendance unanimously to suspend High Chief Fajembimo for acts ranging from conspiracy to seize the throne of Ayede Ogbese. The Yeyelobirin of the Kingdom, Chief Comfort Olugboyero was also suspended. The Chairman of the kingdom Royal Economic Advisory Council, Prince Adetunji Alade-Okin, a sawmiller was also asked to step aside pending the return of normalcy to the town following the untimely death of Oba Raphael Olaleye Oluyede II. Chief Fajembimo was accused among o...

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Minimum wage: Reps to interface with labour to avert nationwide strike

The House of Representatives has resolved to meet with representatives of the Nigeria Labour Congress in a bid to convince the latter to shelve its planned strike over minimum wage. The Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu who presided over plenary on Thursday in the absence of Speaker, Abbas Tajudeen, assured Nigerians that the meeting with labour unions would help resolve the controversy surrounding the agitations over a new minimum wage for Nigerians. The House resolution followed the adoption of a motion on a matter of personal explanation moved by the member representing Etche/ Omuma Federal Constituency of Rivers State, Kelechi Nwogu during plenary. The lawmaker reminded his colleagues that organised labour has announced a plan to embark on strike with effect from May 31, over a d...

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Union faults conversion of colleges of education to varsities

By Joan Nwagwu The Senior Staff Union in Colleges of Education (SSUCOEN) has appealed to the Federal Government to stop incessant conversion of the Colleges of Education to universities. Mr Danladi Msheliza, President of SSUCOEN said this in a communique jointly signed by Nwenyi Isioma, National Secretary of the union on Thursday in Abuja. The communique was issued at the 38th National Delegates Conference of the union held at Federal College of Education (Technical) Bichi, Kano State. Msheliza said that the Conference viewedrecent decision to convert some Colleges of Education (COEs) to universities as a misguided and short-sighted move. According to him, this will have far-reaching devastating consequences for the education sector. “This conversion will not only lead t...

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Court Stops Sanusi’s Reinstatement As Kano Emir

A Federal High Court in Kano has issued an order stopping the Kano State Government from enforcing the Kano State Emirate Council Repeal Law. Justice Mohammed Liman granted the order in an application by Alhaji Aminu Babba Dan Agundi, the Sarkin Dawaki Babba of the Kano Emirate. Court papers regarding the case have since gone viral. The Kano State House of Assembly, on Thursday, dissolved all the four newly created emirate councils in the state. The dissolution of the affected Emirates was a sequel to deliberations on the floor of the House during plenary. Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, on Thursday, reappointed Lamido Sanusi as the Emir of Kano, four years after he was dethroned by a former governor of the state, Umar Ganduje. In addition, the governor deposed five emi...

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