President Bola Tinubu conveyed to Nyesom Wike, the minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), that he should abstain from offering him free land upon any request. Instead, Tinubu urged Wike to concentrate on delivering the Abuja metroline for the betterment of the city. Speaking in Abuja during the commencement of the annual conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) on Sunday, the President characterized Wike as the “caretaker of Abuja.” Tinubu articulated, “I have a desire to utilize your metroline. Should I express interest in obtaining land without cost, kindly decline my request. Rather, prioritize the completion…
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U.S. President Joe Biden has cordially invited Nigerian President Bola Tinubu to engage in discussions concerning the political impasse in Niger Republic. This meeting is set to take place on the fringes of the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session in September. This invitation comes in response to the coup d’état on July 26, which led to the removal of President Mohamed Bazoum by the Nigerien military. The global community, including the United States, has condemned this coup. According to a statement from President Tinubu’s media advisor, Ajuri Ngelale, Biden expressed interest in conversing with the Nigerian…
The admirers of fuji music experienced a surge of excitement during the past week as images and videos emerged online, featuring the renowned fuji musicians—Wasiu Ayinde, known as K1 de Ultimate; Saheed Okunola, also recognized as Saheed Osupa; and Wasiu Alabi, referred to as Pasuma—united in a remarkable display. It had been widely known that these three iconic figures in the music industry had been estranged for a considerable period of time. Therefore, it was met with disbelief by many when the trio made a joint appearance on stage during the 50th birthday celebration of the Islamic singer, Ahmad…
A Nigerian woman who travelled to the United Kingdom (UK) has shared her harrowing experience of encountering hardships and being forced to seek food aid and assistance. She recounted falling victim to a deceitful agent who fraudulently extracted 11.6 million Naira (equivalent to 10,000 pounds) from her in exchange for a skilled worker visa. Regrettably, upon her arrival in the UK, she came to the painful realization that the promised job did not exist. Opting to remain anonymous, the woman expressed her disillusionment, expressing that her intention was to be a source of help to others rather than seeking…
Eddy Megwa, the Director of Press and Public Relations at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has stated that Mrs. Hannatu Musawa, the Minister of Arts and Culture, is currently in violation of the NYSC Act by holding the ministerial position while still within her one-year youth service period. During a phone conversation with our correspondent, Megwa verified that the minister had been serving in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for the past eight months. He elaborated that it contradicted the provisions of the NYSC Act for any member of the corps to assume a government position prior…
Controversial figure Ifunanya Grant has asserted that she is not actively engaged in the practice of law, a declaration made shortly after the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Aba branch lodged a complaint against her. The attention has been directed towards this contentious law graduate due to her inappropriate behavior on social media, which involved instances of substance misuse as well as the sharing of explicit images and videos. In response to the allegations made by the NBA, Grant clarified that she identifies as a ‘lawyer by education,’ highlighting that her pursuits encompass not only legal studies but also…
The administration of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially verified that Hannatu Musawa, the incumbent Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, is currently fulfilling her duties as a corps member. This affirmation comes in response to an assertion made by the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA), a civil society group, which contended that Musawa is engaging in the obligatory one-year national youth service program while concurrently holding a position in President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet. Eddy Megwa, the Director of Press and Public Relations at NYSC headquarters, corroborated this information in a statement to…
Tobi Amusan, the reigning world champion in the 100-meter Hurdles, showcased her exceptional prowess on Wednesday as she secured her spot in the highly anticipated final race of the ongoing World Athletics Championship in Budapest. The accomplished Nigerian athlete demonstrated her exceptional speed and skill by triumphing in the second semifinal, a feat that earned her a well-deserved position in the forthcoming final scheduled to take place on Thursday evening. Despite a somewhat sluggish start, Amusan exhibited her remarkable resilience and determination on the track. Undeterred by the initial setback, she swiftly regained her rhythm and momentum, ultimately crossing…
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has granted approval for the dismantling of slum areas in Garki, Jabi, and 28 other localities. These regions had been surveyed earlier by the Federal Capital Development Authority before the current administration. Approximately 6,000 structures, which have been marked for demolition, are slated for removal to eliminate shanties and unlawful edifices from the territory. The FCTA disclosed that this action will impact 30 distinct zones throughout the Federal Capital Territory. Earlier this week, Wike expressed a commitment to restore the FCT’s master plan. He asserted that all illicit structures would…
Mujahid Dokubo-Asari, the leader of the Niger Delta Peoples Volunteer Force, expressed his appreciation on Tuesday to President Bola Tinubu for the reinstatement of the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs. He characterized this move as a positive stride in the correct direction. He emphasized that among the various efforts to address the concerns of the Niger Delta, the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs directly addresses these issues and plays a crucial role in coordinating and executing programs and initiatives designed to foster sustainable development, tranquility, and steadiness in the oil-rich region. Initially, there was apprehension when the Ministry…
