Nigeria Launches Campaign to Replace Foreign Cartoons with Nigerian Contents
The Federal Government has expressed concerns over the influence of foreign cartoons on Nigerian children, citing the erosion of national values and identity. To address this, President Bola Tinubu has approved the replacement of foreign cartoons with Nigerian content on popular platforms like GOtv and StarTimes. Lanre Onilu, Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), […]
US Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Air Peace Executive Ejiroghene Eghagha
A US District Court in Georgia has issued an arrest warrant for Ejiroghene Eghagha, Chief of Finance and Administration at Nigerian airline Air Peace. The warrant, issued on October 8, accuses Eghagha of involvement in a multi-million dollar fraud scheme. Air Peace owner Allen Onyema faces new charges for allegedly attempting to cover up the […]
Former Kaduna Governor Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi Mourns Son’s Tragic Death
Faisal Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi, son of former Kaduna state governor Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi, has died in a fatal accident on the Kaduna-Zaria highway. According to a family source, the incident occurred on Saturday evening, and Faisal was pronounced dead at the hospital. His body has been transported home for burial arrangements. Faisal, a civil engineer, […]
EFCC Declares Chairman of Total Grace Oil and Gas, Bolaji Akinduro Wanted Over Alleged Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Bolaji Akinduro, Executive Chairman of Total Grace Oil and Gas Investment Limited, wanted due to allegations of fraud. Akinduro, 51, from Ondo State, faces accusations of obtaining money under false pretenses and stealing by conversion. His last known address is 272, Patience Coker Street, Ajose Adeogun, […]
PDP Leadership Crisis Deepens: Court Restrains NEC, BoT from Removing Damagun
LHon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, spokesperson for the opposition lawmakers coalition in the House of Representatives, has criticized a court order restraining the People’s Democratic Party’s (PDP) National Executive Committee (NEC) and Board of Trustees (BoT) from removing Umar Damagun as Acting National Chairman. Ugochinyere argued that the court order came after Damagun’s suspension and does not […]
House of Representatives Moves to Establish Bola Ahmed Tinubu Federal University of Nigerian Languages
The House of Representatives has passed the first reading of a bill to establish a new federal university focused on promoting Nigerian languages and cultures. Sponsored by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu and eight others, the proposed university will provide higher education opportunities in Nigerian languages. The university’s objectives include teaching and training Nigerian language professionals, […]
Malnutrition Crisis Worsens in Northern Nigeria: 51% Increase in Severely Malnourished Children Admissions
Dr. Christos Christou, President of Doctors Without Borders, reports a 51% increase in severely malnourished children admissions in northern Nigeria from January to August. This exceeds last year’s numbers, with 52,725 children treated. The region faces overwhelming malnutrition, disease outbreaks, and lack of medical facilities and personnel, compounded by insecurity. Christou witnessed this firsthand in […]
Dangote Group to Commence Crude Oil Production Amid Refinery Feedstock Challenges
Despite facing feedstock challenges, Dangote Group is set to start crude oil production at its two Nigerian oil assets in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to reports by S&P Global Commodity Insights. The company will commence production at Oil Mining Leases 71 and 72, starting with approximately 20,000 barrels per day before ramping up […]
Bayelsa APC Crisis Deepens as Former Deputy Chairman, Ogeibiri Enkumor Condemns Suspension of Top Party Members
Ogeibiri Enkumor, former Deputy Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State, has dismissed the alleged suspension of Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, and Chief David Lyon, former governorship candidate, as null and void. Enkumor cited a valid court order issued on January 20, 2023, by Judge L. T. […]
Aviation Expert Debunks Rumors of Nigerian Musicians Owning Private Jets
A recent viral video sparked speculation that Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy owns a private jet. However, @LaceVine, co-founder of a private jet charter company, has clarified that no Nigerian musician actually owns a private jet. According to @LaceVine, most artists utilize charter services for air travel. “Nobody owns a jet in the Nigerian music industry, […]