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2027: North scouts for new generation of leaders
From Sola Ojo, Abuja Ahead of the Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election, a northern group in a bold move, gathered in Kaduna, to push for a new face in Nigeria political landscape. The Northern Youth Summit, organised by the National Youth Alliance (NYA), brought together young individuals from 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory …
The Sun Nigeria.
EndBadGovernance: Drop case against 101 protesters – Falana tells FG
By Seyi Babalola Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has urged the Federal Government to dismiss the charges against 101 #EndBadGovernance demonstrators. The demand stems from President Bola Tinubu’s directive to the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, to release the minors arrested and facing prosecution for their alleged involvement in …
The Sun Nigeria.
Untold story of tax reform bill
By Arabinrin Aderonke Atoyebi Guest Columnist The Tax Reform Bill has become a point of discussion in Nigeria, generating enthusiasm and concern among various stakeholders and the general public. This reform includes four legislative proposals: the Nigeria Tax Bill, which aims to eliminate multiple taxation; the Nigeria Tax Administration Bill (NTAB), designed to harmonize tax …
The Sun Nigeria.
No shaking! The Igbo spirit lives on (2)
I see it as a dig at Mr. Peter Obi, who by every standard, has become an iconic personality whose enormous influence goes beyond the South East geopolitical zone. Obi’s acceptance across Nigeria is beyond argument. The 2023 Presidential election result attested to that. By sidelining the Igbo in the cabinet reshuffle, Tinubu has once …
The Sun Nigeria.
No shaking! The Igbo spirit lives on (1)
By Dan Onwukwe Nigeria is very much looking like a horror movie that many people troop in to watch in a cinema. Every passing day, news about the country, and the conduct of government, its officials and some of its key institutions, could break the human spirit. This is because, things that are considered abominable …
The Sun Nigeria.
Nigeria’s gas infrastructure insufficient to meet national demand –NMDPRA
By Adewale Sanyaolu The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has expressed deep concerns over the inadequate coverage of the nation’s gas pipeline network, urging an immediate reassessment of the situation due to its troubling implications for energy security. Executive Director of the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF) at NMDPRA, Mr. …
The Sun Nigeria.
#EndBadGovernance: Tinubu directs AGF to ensure immediate release of minors
From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has, in response to rising public outrage, ordered the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbami, to ensure the immediate release of all minors arrested during the #EndBadGovernance protests. This announcement followed widespread condemnation of the treatment of the minors, who were among the 76 protesters arraigned in …
The Sun Nigeria.
Q3: Access Holdings’ total assets hit N41.1trn, gross revenue soars to N3.4trn
By Uche usim Access Holdings Plc, one of Africa’s leading financial institutions, has announced its unaudited results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. The financial results highlighted the group’s continued growth momentum, emphasising resilience and sustainable performance as the Group works to deliver solid returns for its shareholders. Gross revenue for the nine-month …
The Sun Nigeria.
Sani’s appointments and efficient governance in Kaduna
By Kennedy Isah Isiah the recent appointments made by Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, stand as a testament to transformative leadership aiming at effective and efficient service delivery. Governor Sani’s move transcends the traditional notion of political patronage. It rather underscores a more profound commitment to placing competent individuals in appropriate roles —it is …
The Sun Nigeria.
I’ll align with administration’s foreign policy goals –Bianca Ojukwu
From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has expressed her commitment to aligning with the Bola Tinubu administration’s foreign policy goals, saying, “I am fully committed to keying into the foreign policy thrust of this government, which focuses on the 4Ds of democracy, development, demographic engagement, and diaspora collaboration.” …
The Sun Nigeria.
Buhari Visits Borno Over Devastating Floods
ShareThe immediate past President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, on Tuesday, arrived in Maiduguri, Borno State. Buhari who arrived in the state in a flight was warmly received by Governor Babagana Zulum, Senator Ali Ndume, and other prominent state officials. The former president’s visit comes in response to the recent devastating floods that…
New Telegraph.
AmericaDecides2024: Polls Open In Arizona, Wisconsin, Other States
ShareAmid the ongoing United States (US) presidential election, millions of Americans are set to vote in person, on Tuesday, November 5, as the nation decides who will be the next President of the United States of America (USA). New Telegraph gathered that as of 8 a.m. Eastern Time, polls are open in 38 states and the…
New Telegraph.
Equatorial Guinea Restricts Multimedia Sharing On WhatsApp
ShareThe government of Equatorial Guinea has restricted its citizens from downloading and sharing multimedia files through WhatsApp when using mobile data. This move announced on Tuesday, November 5, has sparked a widespread debate among citizens. This decision follows guidelines given by the government to telecommunications operators in the country to limit access to content deemed…
New Telegraph.
CSOs Back Police’s Stance On Young Protesters, Hails Tinubu
ShareThe Coalition of Civil Society Organizations for Good Governance (CCSO-GG) has come out in support of the ongoing trial of young individuals arrested during the August 2024 protests. The coalition’s leaders, Comrade Johnson Olalekan and Comrade Aishat Danlami emphasized the importance of upholding the rule of law while also commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for…
New Telegraph.
UK Govt Sacks Over 600 Police Officers For Misconduct
ShareThe United Kingdom (UK) government has sacked nearly 600 Police officers in England and Wales from March 2024, according to a report sighted by New Telegraph. The reports revealed that the sackings include 74 officers kicked out of policing for sexual offences and misconduct as police chiefs battle to restore public confidence after a string…
New Telegraph.
AmericaDecides2024: Trump Insists Election Result Must Be Announced Same Night
ShareThe Republican presidential candidate and former President, Donald Trump, has once again raised false expectations regarding the vote count for the upcoming election, insisting on a result on election night. “We want the answer tonight,” the 78-year-old declared at his final rally in Grand Rapids, Michigan, a crucial swing state. Meanwhile, in the days leading…
New Telegraph.
Equatorial Guinea: Baltasar Engonga Arrested On Infidelity Charges
ShareThe Head of Equatorial Guinea National Agency for Financial Investigation (NAFI), Baltasar Ebang Engonga, has been arrested on charges of infidelity scandal involving 400 women amid the ongoing corruption investigations. New Telegraph reports that the explicit videos of Baltasar Engoga have sparked outrage on social media, with over 300 clips circulating online. The leaked clips show…
New Telegraph.
UK Govt Confirms Two Additional Mpox Cases
ShareThe United Kingdom Health Security Agency (UKHSA) on Tuesday confirmed two more cases of Clade Ib Mpox virus. According to the agency, this has increased the current total to three in the country. The latest cases have been identified as household contacts of the initial patient, underscoring the potential for the virus to spread in…
New Telegraph.
Infidelity: Equatorial Guinea Installs CCTV Surveillance In State Offices
ShareThe Vice President of Equatorial Guinea, Teddy Nguema, on Tuesday, announced a new policy to install surveillance cameras in all state offices as part of a crackdown on misconduct and to bolster transparency and accountability. The new development announced on X account is coming amid the scandal involving the arrest of Baltasar Engonga, the country’s…
New Telegraph.
Miss Universe 2024: Chidimma Ranks 2nd In World Pre-Arrival Hot Picks
ShareThe winner of Miss Universe Nigeria 2024, Chidimma Adetshina, has been ranked 2nd in the world’s Miss Universe 2024 pre-arrival hot picks. This was revealed in a viral pre-arrival poll announced on Tuesday, November 5. The 23-year-old beauty queen was ranked ahead of the 73rd edition of the global Miss Universe pageant scheduled to hold…
New Telegraph.
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