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- IGP orders FCID to lead probe Into death of man in police custody
Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has directed the Force Criminal Investigations Department (FCID) to take over the investigation into the death of Jimoh Abdulqaudri, who reportedly died while in police custody in Ilorin, Kwara State, on Friday, December 20, 2024. During an unscheduled visit to the state, IGP… Read more » - NANS to FG: Act now on hunger to prevent future tragedies
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has issued a stark warning to the Federal Government, urging immediate action to address the worsening economic hardship and hunger affecting millions of Nigerians. The student body cautioned that failure to act could result in more tragic stampedes as citizens scramble for food… Read more » - Nigerian government lifts ban on mining activities in Zamfara
Following the improvement in the security situation in Zamfara State, the Nigerian Government has lifted the ban on mining activities in the state. This development is coming after a five-year hiatus. The lifting of the ban was announced in a statement by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake.… Read more » - Health workers threaten indefinite strike over delays in MoU implementation
The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) and the Allied Healthcare Professionals Association (AHPA) have issued a fresh warning to the federal government, threatening an indefinite strike if their demands, outlined in a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on October 29, 2024, are not implemented within the stipulated timelines of the… Read more » - Salah, Diaz fire Liverpool past Spurs in 9-goal thriller
Mohamed Salah and Luiz Diaz each scored a brace to help Liverpool put six past Tottenham in a Premier League encounter on Sunday. The game played in London saw the Reds secure a 6-3 victory over their hosts, to go four points clear in the league table. Arne Slot’s pacesetters… Read more » - “North Is an asset, not a liability” — Ndume demands broader consensus on tax reform bills
Former Senate Leader, Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, has reiterated his opposition to the Tax Reform Bills currently before the Senate, urging their withdrawal for broader consultations. Speaking in Abuja on Sunday, Ndume emphasized that northern Nigeria is a vital asset to the country and dismissed claims portraying the region as… Read more » - Proposed budget ‘lacks structural balance, fiscal discipline to address Nigeria’s economic challenges – Atiku
Former Nigerian Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has claimed that the 2025 budget proposal lacks the “structural reforms and fiscal discipline” required to address Nigeria’s multiple economic challenges. He further noted that the proposed budget is inadequate to foster sustainable economic growth and curtail Nigeria’s deep-rooted challenges. The ex-VP position was… Read more » - Okupe: “I’ve never criticised Tinubu — A good man doesn’t tarnish another good person”
Former presidential spokesman, Dr. Doyin Okupe, has stated that he has never criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu throughout his political career. Speaking during an interview in Lagos on Sunday, Okupe addressed reports labeling him as one of the politicians who previously criticised Tinubu but have now become supporters. According to… Read more » - Filling stations to start selling petrol N935/liter from Monday, says IPMAN
Following a new deal between oil marketers and Dangote Refinery, the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, IPMAN, has announced that the pump price of petrol will be reduced to N935 per litre by Monday nationwide. The development was announced by IPMAN National President, Alhaji Maigandi Garima, in a statement… Read more » - Falana blames poverty, negligence for stampedes that claimed 105 lives
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) has condemned the tragic loss of over 105 lives in stampedes during food and cash distribution events across Nigeria. He attributed the disasters to “poverty-induced neoliberal economic policies” and “criminal negligence” by organizers and authorities. In a statement released on Sunday, Falana, who chairs… Read more »
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