Nigeria in COVID-19 Fourth Wave: NCDC

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control says that the Country has entered the fourth wave of coronavirus disease following a 500 per cent increase in the number of cases in the past two weeks. This is as the disease control centre also advised Nigerians to take caution during the Yuletide season. The NCDC disclosed this […]

APC Caretaker Committee Okays February For Nat’l Convention.

The All Progressives Congress (APC), Caretaker and Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee says it is going ahead with its National Convention scheduled for February 2022. To this end, the party is to set up a Committee on Budget and others relevant to the success of the Convention. Secretary, National Caretaker Committee of the party, Senator John […]

Desist From Destructive Politics: NUJ, NGE warn Politicians Ahead of 2023

Nigeria Union Journalists (NUJ) and Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), have, cautioned politicians to desist from destructive politics ahead of 2023 . They made the call at reception by the Crime Reporters Association of Nigeria (CRAN) in honour of Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State, in Lagos. NUJ National President, Chris Isiguzo, and NGE President, Mustapha […]

Nasarswa State Govt Bans Use, Sale of Charcoal

Nasarawa State Government has banned the use and sale of charcoal in the State as part of measures to protect the environment. Permanent Secretary of the State Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources Mr Aliyu Agwai stated this while addressing newsmen in Lafia after the December 2021 Environmental Sanitation Exercise. According to Mr Agwai, the […]

Omicron now in 89 Countries- WHO

The Omicron variant of the coronavirus has been reported in 89 countries and the number of cases is doubling in 1.5 to three days in areas with community transmission, the World Health OrganiSation disclosed Omicron is spreading rapidly in countries with high levels of population immunity, but it is unclear if this is due to […]

NACCIMA Seeks Legislative Action for Establishment of Appeal Court for Customs

The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has called for a legislative action to establish an independent appeal ombudsman to be called Customs and Excise Duties Appeal Tribunal. The tribunal will serve as a vehicle for resolution of disputes arising from, relating to, and connected with assessment, payment and collection […]

Ekiti Chief Judge Releases 69 Convicts, Awaiting trial Inmates to Decongest Center.

The Chief Judge of Ekiti State, Justice John Adeyeye, has set free 69 awaiting trial inmates at the Nigeria Correctional Centre, Ado Ekiti. The beneficiaries included those who committed lesser offences ranging from burglary and stealing to staying in the custodial facility beyond the stipulated jail term. According to a statement from the CJ’s office […]

NLC Fixes Jan 27, Feb 1 2022, for Nationwide Protests

THE Nigeria Labour Congress has warned the Federal Government against plans to remove the fuel subsidy in 2022, saying the action will be met with nationwide protests.  The Congress said the planned rallies would commence without warning should the FG announce new fuel prices next year. The Union disclosed it would stage a protest across […]

NJC Recommends 64 Judges For Appointment

The National Judicial Council in Abuja has released the names of 64 successful candidates recommended to some state governors for appointment as judicial officers. it was part of concerted efforts to beef up justice delivery in the country. NJC said it was part of concerted efforts to beef up justice delivery in the country. Those […]