Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has clarified that the Visa on Arrival policy will not be scrapped Following concerns over possible discontinuation, Tunji-Ojo assured that the system is being refined to eliminate inefficiencies while maintaining accessibility for travellers The DG of PEBEC also said the new system will allow online applications with approvals granted within 24 … Read more
Benjamin Kalu, the deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, has been elected as the Chairman of the Monetary and Financial Affairs Committee of the PAP The election was in recognition of Kalu’s parliamentary skills and contribution to the growth of legislation in Nigeria Kalu was elected alongside Hon. Senator Christine Mwando Katempa of Democratic … Read more
Tragedy struck on Monday, February 24, 2025, at Ogundare bus stop along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway A hit-and-run driver killed a 12-year-old student and injured her sibling while plying the BRT lane The state police public relations officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, shared details about the tragic incident The students were hit while plying the BRT lane. … Read more
A wedding has resulted in a tragic event as the groom, Abba Musa, and the brides elder sister, Maryam Suleiman, lost their lives in an accident just 30 minutes before the ceremony The accident reportedly occurred in Boto, Tafawa Balewa LGA, as the victims who were travelling from a nearby community, met their untimely end … Read more
Former military president, General Ibrahim Babangida, shared a humorous and memorable experience from his youth as a soldier in his autobiography, A Journey in Service While reminiscing about his time in Kaduna, Babangida recounted how bringing female friends to his barracks room nearly got him into trouble with his commander, Major Arthur Unegbe Babangida’s candid … Read more
Operatives of the Rivers state police command have arrested an Automated Teller Machine debit card swap fraudster A 35-year-old woman identified as Blessing Oleru was arrested by police operatives in Port Harcourt, Rivers state capital The state police public relations officer, Grace Iringe-Koko, shared details of how the suspect carried out the ATM card fraud … Read more
The court has adjourned the trial of former Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele until February 26, 2025, following a request for the judge to recuse himself due to alleged bias The development occurred during the court session on Monday as the judge allowed a key witness to testify and present evidence against Emefiele, despite objections … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s tax reform bills have received massive support from several Arewa groups The President of the Northern Union, Alhaji Adamu Muazu Garuba, said the benefits of the Tax Reform Bills to the North are numerous Garuba said Tinubu’s tax reform will lead to increased economic activity, improved living standards, and reduced poverty … Read more
Former militant leader Eshanekpe Israel (Akpodoro) dismisses Nasir El-Rufais call for a North-South alliance against President Tinubu The ex-militant leader asserts that El-Rufai has little support in both the North and South-South, questioning his credibility and dismissing his ability to rally opposition against Tinubus government Akpodoro criticizes El-Rufais tenure as Kaduna governor, alleging a legacy … Read more
Presidential Adviser Bayo Onanuga refuted Yemi Osinbajos claim that ex-military leader Ibrahim Babangida was a political adversary to President Tinubu Onanuga explained that Babangida actually inspired Tinubus entry into politics, while the real opposition to Tinubu arose under General Sani Abacha He also acknowledged Babangidas recent admission that MKO Abiola won the 1993 election but … Read more
United States released the list of eligible countries for its 2025 Visa Waiver Programme on February 25, excluding the United Kingdom and all African countries The addition of Romania marked a significant update, with the US prioritising countries with strong diplomatic ties and border security standards The programme allows citizens of 40 participating countries to … Read more
Ohanaeze Ndigbo demands an official apology and N10 trillion in compensation from President Tinubu over historical injustices against the Igbo The group cites General Babangidas recent revelation that the 1966 coup was not an Igbo-led operation as proof of past misrepresentation Ohanaeze insists on national recognition of Igbo suffering, citing political and economic marginalization since … Read more
A 23-year-old man, Gbolahan Adebayo, has been arrested for allegedly beating his girlfriend to death at Ijedodo, Alimosho LGA The Lagos state police command said investigations revealed visible marks of violence on the deceased, and the suspect is currently in custody while an autopsy is underway The state command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident … Read more
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has raised alarms over Nigerias political and economic stability El-Rufai highlighted the contributions of key figures like General Samuel Ogbemudia, Major David Ejoor, and Chief Edwin Clark in preserving Nigerias unity during the civil war El-Rufai revealed his ongoing project to document the legacies of Nigerias six living former … Read more
Uno Michael Eke, CEO of Micheno Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society, was sentenced to one year in prison for a N2 billion fraud scheme in Calabar The court ordered the forfeiture of multiple properties and funds acquired through fraudulent means, with restitution directed to affected victims Eke deceived investors by promising an 80% return within 40 days, … Read more
Nasir El-Rufai revealed that former President Muhammadu Buhari pressured him to run for Kaduna State governor, despite his initial reluctance El-Rufai criticized the APC, calling it a party of detractors and derailers, and hinted at possibly leaving if the party fails to return to its core values He dismissed claims that his exclusion from Tinubus … Read more
The former Kaduna governor supports some of Tinubus reforms but argues that their implementation and sequencing are flawed, affecting economic stability. El-Rufai insists that President Tinubu, not the National Assembly, withdrew his ministerial nomination, stating that he has since moved on. El-Rufai emphasizes that his involvement in politics is not for financial benefits, asserting that … Read more
Former military president Ibrahim Babangida revealed in his autobiography, A Journey in Service, that Nigerias involvement with the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was a strategic move to enhance the country’s international influence Babangida clarified that it was never his intention for Nigeria to become a full member of the OIC, and the decision sparked … Read more
Former military ruler, General Ibrahim Babangida (rtd), in his autobiography, ‘A Journey in Service, reflected on the brutal 1986 assassination of revered investigative journalist, Dele Giwa The former leader told Nigerians that the countrys media has had an adversarial attitude towards the government A development expert John Andah reacted and said Nigerian leaders have a … Read more
A Facebook post claimed that President Donald Trump of the United States (US) vowed to liberate the Igbos from Nigeria Donald was reelected and assumed office as the 47th US president on Monday, January 20, 2025 A fact-checking platform investigated the viral claim that President Trump promised to make Biafra independent A video surfaced online … Read more
A visa is an endorsement on a passport indicating that the holder is allowed to enter, leave, or stay for a specified period of time in a country Some passports can make other visa applications smoother and even give you access to countries that would usually require a separate visa In this report, TheTalk.NG notes … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu met with the National Population Commission (NPC) Chairman, Nasir Isa Kwarra Tinubu said he would set up a committee on the census budget that would align the government’s present financial realities TheTalk.NG reports that the Federal Republic of Nigeria had its last census over 18 years ago in November 2006 President … Read more
Africa has witnessed seven coups since 2020, sparking concerns about democratic stability in the region In his book, A Journey in Service, former military president Ibrahim Babangida emphasizes that the antidote to coups is sound, transparent civilian governance Babangida analyzes past Nigerian coups to illustrate how good governance can prevent military takeovers and ensure the … Read more
Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has insisted that the coup of January 15th, 1966 was an Igbo coup Fani-Kayode said former Head of State, Ibrahim Babangida, never said the coup was not an Igbo coup According to Fani-Kayode, Babangida made this very clear when he wrote about its “ethnic coloration” Femi Fani-Kayode says Ibrahim … Read more
Activist Hamzat Lawal has praised Nigerias National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, as a role model for youth The CEO of Connected Development (CODE) credited Ribadus influence as pivotal in shaping his career and inspiring his accountability initiative, Follow The Money Defending Ribadus appointment as NSA, Lawal dismissed criticisms and urged Nigerians to support him in … Read more