HURIWA, SERAP, others seek probe of diverted N34.53tr, N800b FAAC allocation
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called for an investigation into a “staggering and systemic diversion” of public funds, following a World Bank disclosure that about N34.53…
‘Wigwe’s passing almost stopped Bayelsa electricity Power Project’
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, on Sunday, recounted the state’s journey to its gas-powered electricity project and how the demise of the Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank…
Risks, Rewards as Social Media redefines Real Estate Market
With more real estate agents relying on social media to drive transactions, these platforms have emerged as a powerful force in the country’s property market, generating leads and attracting prospective…
Fiscal year defined by Law, not calendar, says budget office
By •Explains delay in release of quarterly budget implementation reports • Let Nigerians monitor foreign loans spending, Archbishop tasks FG • IMPI backs Tinubu’s borrowings Director-General of the Budget Office…
PENCOM, NPF proposes enhanced pension package for police officers
The National Pension Commission (PENCOM) is proposing enhanced retirement benefits for Nigerian police officers under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) as part of efforts to improve the welfare and quality…
LASG urges developers, others in building sector to embrace e-permit platform
The Lagos State Government has urged developers and other stakeholders in the building sector to actively engage with its Electronic Physical Planning Permit System (e-PPPS), an initiative critical to improving…
Advocates, Buba, others urge mentorship for boys to curb drug abuse
All concerns amid growing concerns over drug abuse, mental health struggles and rising social pressure among young Nigerians, stakeholders have called for stronger mentorship systems and emotional support structures for…
NDLEA arrests baker of drug-laced cakes, intercepts cocaine shipments to UK, Australia
Opertives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 29-year-old businessman, Ogadi Peter, who specialises in producing drug-laced cakes and cookies for parties and social gatherings in…
Lagos community seeks govt intervention over Odonla Kingdom leadership dispute
The Omo’Ba Meta Royal Family of Odonla, Ikorodu, Lagos State, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu over what it described as a growing threat…
Obi, Kwankwaso and Nigeria’s Endless Game Of Political Musical Chairs
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi (left); Former Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson, and past Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, during the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Convention in Abuja…