Members of the Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Health Care Professionals (JOHESU) have initiated a seven-day warning strike that commenced at midnight on Friday. This decision follows a fifteen-day notice provided to the Federal Government, reflecting significant concerns regarding various unresolved matters impacting their members throughout the country. Kabiru Minjibir, the national chairman…
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has reacted to the recent appointment of Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs by President Bola Tinubu. Recall that Tinubu, during the week, dismissed some of his ministers and appointed others to reshuffle his cabinet. The Ministerial appointees, however, are subject to screening and confirmation…
Nigeria’s former military and civilian ruler, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has criticized the country’s mounting debt burden under successive governments despite his tenure leaving behind fortunes. Obasanjo, who served as the President of Nigeria from 1999 to 2007, mentioned that his administration left behind approximately $70 billion which included a $45 billion reserve and $25 billion…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has imposed a limit on Ministers, Ministers of State, and Heads of Agencies of the Federal Government, allowing them a maximum of three vehicles in their official convoys. Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, announced this decision on Thursday, stating, “No additional vehicles will be…
Justice Maryann Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama, Abuja, has scheduled a new date for the arraignment of the defendants, including the former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, for November 14. This decision follows the issuance of a summons by the Court regarding the 16-count charges filed against Bello by…
President Bola Tinubu reshuffled his cabinet yesterday, which has attracted a barrage of reactions across boards. A significant point of contention is the perceived “abolition” of the Niger Delta Ministry. However, the Federal Government has clarified that the Ministry has not been abolished but rather renamed. Reacting earlier, an elder statesman and Ijaw leader, Chief Edwin…
The NBA 2K25 season 2 soundtrack CD was created by the Nigerian superstar Asake and British rapper Central Cee. ‘Lungu Boy’ is one of the songs on the NBA 2K25 soundtrack season 2 album, which includes songs from American musicians including Key Glock and Lil Pete. ‘Wave’ is one of the tracks on Asake’s third…
On August 29, 2024, Fireboy DML‘s fourth album, “Adedamola,” was formally released. ‘Adedamola,’ which is called after Fireboy’s first name, follows his third album ‘Playboy’ and offers a more profound, contemplative approach to artistic expression. The lead singles “Yawa” and “Obaa Sima,” which were commercially successful, came before the album. The album is enhanced by…
In a funny statement, Nigerian musician Timaya explained why he finds controversial singer Portable so appealing: he reminds him of himself. Timaya recalled when he first heard Portable’s music and pointed out the parallels between the two during his latest interview with Channels Television. He went on to say that the Zazu vocalist somehow makes…
Governor Umo Eno has approved implementing ₦80,000 minimum wage for all state government employees in Akwa Ibom State. The development was confirmed in a statement signed and issued on Wednesday by the Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong. “To ensure a smooth rollout of this policy, the governor has also constituted an implementation committee, which has…
