Month: March 2024

It’s a female! Congratulations to Toyosi and Daniel Etim-Effiong’s third child

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It’s a female! Congratulations to Toyosi and Daniel Etim-Effiong’s third child! The infant is the couple’s second child; they have previously had a boy and a daughter. A new child has been born to Nollywood star Daniel Etim-Effiong and his wife Toyosi Etim-Effiong. The announcement was announced by the pair on Thursday, March 14, 2024, via Instagram. The pair was seen smiling and embracing their new baby, who was wrapped in a swaddling blanket, in the heartwarming post. The caption thanked them and said, “She’s here! Our melody! Our token of…

Tukur Mamu: FG Releases Names Of Terrorism Financiers In Nigeria

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Tukur Mamu: FG Releases Names Of Terrorism Financiers In Nigeria Tukur Mamu, a publisher based in Kaduna, along with 14 others, has been identified by the Federal Government as terrorism financiers in the country. It is worth noting that Mamu has been held in custody by the Department of State Services (DSS) since September 2022. The Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) released a document on Tuesday, March 19, revealing the names of the terrorism financiers, which included nine individuals and six Bureau De Change (BDC) operators and firms. The NFIU…

FCT Minister, Wike Plans To Borrow N500 Billion To Finance 2024 Budget

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FCT Minister, Wike Plans To Borrow N500 Billion To Finance 2024 Budget The Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, has requested the House of Representatives to authorize a N500 billion loan for the funding of the N1.147 trillion 2024 budget of the territory. Wike presented himself before the House Committee on FCT on Monday to justify his budget. In his address, the former Rivers State governor is suggesting to secure a N500 billion loan from commercial banks to support infrastructure projects. During the budget defense, a legislator from Niger State, Saidu…

It Is Difficult To Believe – Clark Reacts As Akpabio Claimed Killers Of 16 Soldiers In Delta Are Mercenaries

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It Is Difficult To Believe – Clark Reacts As Akpabio Claimed Killers Of 16 Soldiers In Delta Are Mercenaries The esteemed leader of the Ijaw Nation, Edwin Clark, has expressed his skepticism regarding the involvement of mercenaries in the recent killing of soldiers in a Delta State community. Earlier, the President of the Nigerian Senate, Godswill Akpabio, stated that those responsible for the massacre of 16 officers and men of the 181 Amphibious Battalion at Okuama in Ughelli South Local Government Areas of Delta are not from Niger Delta. Akpabio…

Security Agencies Are Not Truthful, They Know Where Bandits Are Hiding’ – Sheikh Gumi Alleges

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Security Agencies Are Not Truthful, They Know Where Bandits Are Hiding’ – Sheikh Gumi Alleges Renowned Islamic scholar, Ahmad Gumi, has revealed that security agents are aware of the locations where bandits hide. The controversial cleric stated that the security agents who accompanied him during negotiations were familiar with the hideouts of the bandits in the Northern region of the country. During an interview with Nigeria Info FM regarding the security agencies’ lack of knowledge about the bandits’ hideouts, the cleric expressed doubt in their honesty. He mentioned that whenever…

Perform Well Or I Will Sack You – Wike Tells FCTA Perm Secs

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Perform Well Or I Will Sack You – Wike Tells FCTA Perm Secs The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has warned the newly inaugurated Permanent Secretaries for the FCT Administration against lackadaisical attitudes. Wike, during his address after the inauguration of the Chairman and Commissioners of the FCT Civil Service Commission, FCT Head of Service, and the Permanent Secretaries in Abuja on Monday, told the appointees to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and also perform well in their various offices or be sacked. The former…

Court Orders Binance To Release Data of Nigerian Users

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Court Orders Binance To Release Data of Nigerian Users Justice Emeka Nwite from the Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a directive for Cryptocurrency giants, Binance Holdings Limited to provide the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) with detailed information regarding Nigerian traders on its platform. This order was granted in response to a lawsuit filed by the EFCC under the reference number FHC/ABJ/CS/259/2024 on February 29. The suit was based on various sections of the Economic and Financial Crimes Establishment Act, 2004, and the Money Laundering (Prevention and…

Senate May Reinstate Ningi Soon – Sources Assert

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Senate May Reinstate Ningi Soon – Sources Assert According to insiders, there is a possibility that the three-month suspension imposed on Senator Abdul Ningi for allegedly padding the 2024 budget with N3.7 trillion may undergo a review. Recall that the Red Chamber, under the leadership of Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, decided to suspend the Bauchi lawmaker amidst the ongoing controversy. Initially, Jimoh Ibrahim, a member of the Appropriation Committee in the Senate, proposed a motion to suspend Ningi for 12 months, citing allegations of criminal misinformation and breach of peace…

Countries affected by the regional internet blackout

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Countries affected by the regional internet blackout A severe internet outage that is now plaguing several countries in the region is interfering with e-commerce and connection in those countries. This unplanned interruption has hurt both individuals and businesses by raising questions about the reliability and consistency of the internet network in the affected countries. The following nations are impacted by this network outage: Ivory Coast (Severe) Liberia (Excellent) Benin (Excellent) Ghana (Excellent) Burkina Faso (Excellent) Cameron (Medium) and Togo (Medium) Gabon (Middle) Namibia (Middle) Niger (Middle) Nigeria (Deep) Lesotho (Min)…

First-ever Providus Bank sponsors The Providus Hive

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First-ever Providus Bank sponsors The Providus Hive Providus Bank is pleased to present the highly awaited Providus Hive Fest, which will be held at The Balmoral Palace from the 31st of March to the 1st of April 2024. Meet Circo, the online networking platform that elevates African producers and content. Company Introducing Circo: the web-based platform that offers reserved usernames exclusively and elevates African content creators and content. Featuring over 150 exhibitors displaying the best in fashion, cuisine, and beauty, this fascinating event offers to be an expression of innovation,…