The federal government has questioned the performance and relevance of some government agencies Femi Gbajabiamila expressed concern over funding on Thursday and clarified that the 2025 federal budget will be strategically allocated based on needs assessment The Chief of Staff to the President also hinted at possible mergers or eliminations of underperforming agencies President Tinubu … Read more
The Benue Youth Alliance for Good Governance (BYAGG) has accused the Benue state government of plotting to frustrate Dangote Cement PLC’s operations in the state BYAGG said the alleged move would harm the state’s economy, lead to job losses, and worsen insecurity, given Dangote Cement’s significant contributions to the state The group vowed to resist … Read more
The EFCC has granted bail to Jalal Arabi, former chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, and Abdullahi Kontagora, the commissions secretary, Arabi and Kontagora were held for five days due to their initial inability to meet bail conditions The EFCC’s ongoing investigation revealed that Arabi fraudulently overpaid himself and others for the Hajj … Read more
Since President Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, Nigeria has experienced a notable surge in the prices of essential goods and services, significantly affecting the daily lives of its citizens The government insists that these price increases are a necessary part of economic reforms aimed at ensuring long-term sustainability, despite the widespread debate and concern … Read more
The Nigerian Navy has shut down an illegal refinery along the Isaka/Ogoloma River in Rivers State In a targeted operation led by the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Pathfinder, more than 500 crude oil processing drums Commodore Cajethan Nnabuchi Aniaku emphasized the Navy’s commitment to protecting national infrastructure Navy clamps down on illegal refinery in Rivers … Read more
LP’s Morris Monye has said the Nigerian Standard Passport is for all citizens regardless of social status The federal government announced the upward increment in Nigerias passports which will take effect from September TheTalk.NG reports that like many Nigerians on social media, Monye is not pleased with the hike An individual’s right to freedom of … Read more
In the latest API poll, Dr. Asue Ighodalo of the PDP leads the Edo State governorship race, with 60% of decided voters supporting him The poll revealed that 72% of respondents have chosen a candidate, with 60% favouring Ighodalo Despite Ighodalo’s lead, the API report suggests the election could turn into a two-horse race between … Read more
There are strong indications that Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun may be named as his successor. Photo credit: @go_globalworldSource: Facebook READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG
Soldiers from Operation Hadin Kai in Nigeria’s North East launched a successful airstrike on terrorist hideouts in Borno State The airstrike, however, killed at least five commanders and 35 fighters, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) announced on Wednesday. August 21 This achievement by the Nigerian military comes amid reports that terrorists killed numerous artisanal miners … Read more
Borno State Governor has allocated N200 million to support the advanced training of 150 doctors, a critical step towards strengthening healthcare The initiative aims to improve the skills and knowledge of local doctors, countering the increasing trend of Nigerian healthcare workers relocating Zulum’s funding decision highlights a significant effort to retain medical talent in Borno … Read more
The Iyaloja-General of Lagos State successfully resolved a significant dispute between the Lagos State Butchers Association and the National Butchers Union of Nigeria The crisis, involving attempts by the Lagos State chapter to withdraw from the national body, was diffused after a pivotal meeting led by Tinubu-Ojo Following the resolution an elder was appointed as … Read more
President Bola Tinubu condemned the brutal killing of Isa Bawa, the District Head of Gatawa in Sokoto State Tinubu extended his condolences to Bawa’s family, the Gobir Emirate, and the government of Sokoto State Before his death, Bawa had made a public plea for help after being kidnapped with his son, brother, and others President … Read more
NAFDAC intercepted three petrol tankers in Apapa, Lagos, suspected of transporting crude edible vegetable oil The seized crude soy oil was escorted to a processing facility in Sango-Ota, Ogun State, for further regulatory scrutiny by NAFDACs Southwest Zonal Office In response to the incident, NAFDACs Director-General has formed a committee to develop new guidelines and … Read more
Police in Kwara State have arrested multiple suspects linked to the murder of a 21-year-old student whose body was discovered at a dump site in Ilorin The victim, Awesu Mojisola, was lured to a supposed party in Ilorin, only to find herself in a troubling situation that led to her tragic death Authorities are intensifying … Read more
The leadership of organised labour are becoming anxious over the delay in the release of the template for the implementation of the new minimum wage The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has disclosed its next line of action over the delay as it tries to protect members’ interest The Trade Union Congress (TUC) lamented that pressuring … Read more
Affiliate bodies have disclosed that they would comply with the NLC’s directive to mobilise for an indefinite nationwide strike This threat comes after the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) invited Joe Ajaero, president of the NLC, for questioning over a case of criminal conspiracy, terrorism financing, treasonable felony, subversion, and cybercrime In light of the face-off, … Read more
Four members of a family have lost their lives after eating rice meal in Ilrin, the Kwara state capital The mother and her three children around 9, 7 and 5 years old have been buried according to Islamic rites The familys patriarch, Alhaji Jagunmolu Adinni, said the father is still in the hospital left with … Read more
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced a recruitment exercise for its basic military training courses The NAF said the basic military training course is for airmen/airwomen and tradesmen/women positions According to the NAF, the free online registration for the recruitment exercise starts on Wednesday, August 21 The online registration starts on Wednesday, August 21 … Read more
For decades, the struggles of Nigerias healthcare system have been documented and have affected the quality and number of doctors available locally According to the World Health Organization (WHO), at least 2,000 Nigerian doctors emigrate annually to hotspots like the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada. As they work to save lives, doctors who … Read more
The ongoing payment of backlog gratuities inherited by his administration from the years 2015 to December, 2023 has reached an advanced stage of completion.Arrangements are in top gear to formalize the payment process of the year 2024 retirees with emphasis on come first service mode of payments,” the statement read. READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG
The EFCC has responded to a recent allegation that its personnel shared| funds forfeited by associates of former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele In a statement obtained by TheTalk.NG on Wednesday, August 21, Dele Oyewale, the EFCCs official spokesman, stoutly refuted the claims circulating on an online news platform The report in question claimed that N54 … Read more
Based on the review, a 32-page Passport booklet with 5-year validity previously charged at Thirty-five Thousand Naira (N35,000.00) will now be Fifty Thousand Naira (N50,000.00) only; while a 64-page Passport booklet with 10-year validity which was Seventy Thousand Naira (N70,000.00) will be One Hundred Thousand Naira (N100,000.00) only.However, the fees remain unchanged in Diaspora, he … Read more
Chinese company, Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment Co. Limited, took over offshore assets of the federal government of Nigeria TheTalk.NG reports that the company announced the release of one of the three presidential jets seized based on the order of a French court Following former Governor Ibikunle Amosun’s involvement in the controversial matter, an aviation stakeholder … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has committed to reviewing the proposal for a new constitution put forward by The Patriots’ During their meeting on August 10, President Tinubu emphasized that his administration’s immediate focus is on economic reform, with constitutional review planned as a subsequent priority Tinubu indicated that while economic reforms are currently his main focus, … Read more
The 16th emir of Kano state, Muhammadu Sanusi II, is now a Doctor having successfully completed PhD A video that has gone viral showed the moment Sanusis PhD thesis was approved without amendment or correction Sanusi II began his PhD program at the University of London following his deposition by then-Governor Abdullahi Ganduje in 2020, … Read more