A former lawmaker representing Ekiti Central Senatorial District and versatile journalist, Babafemi Ojudu, has revealed how he drank his urine to survive in prison, under the military regime of late General Sani Abacha. Ojudu, former Presidential Adviser on Political Affairs under Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, made the revelation in Ado-Ekiti, during a media interaction with journalists,…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) to ensure efficient cash disbursement to the general public over the counter and through Automated Teller Machines (ATMs). The directive is contained in a statement jointly signed by CBN’s Acting Director, Currency Operations, Muhammed Olayemi, and Acting Director, Branch Operations, Aisha Isa-Olatinwo. The…
Following the surging security crisis in the country, the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Police Command has vowed to impound all vehicles with tinted glasses. The Commissioner of Police, CP Olatunji Rilwan Disu disclosed this during a press conference at the command’s headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday.According to him, nobody has the right to tint vehicle…
Popular Nigerian Pastor, Tobi Adegboyega, is set to be deported to Nigeria after losing his case to the UK government at the Immigration Tribunal. Adeboyega’s church, SPAC Nation, had been shut down after investigations revealed misuse of church funds.The UK authorities decided to close the church, after the controversial pastor failed to properly account for…
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji has assured People Living with Disabilities (PWD) in the state that his administration does not see them as burden to the society but as assets who can reshape the narratives in their respective communities. The governor also supported the PWDs with over 200 assisting devices, including wheelchairs, white canes, among…
Abia State government says it has commenced survey activities at the site of the proposed Abia International Airport in Nsulu, with a promise to compensate land donors in line with the Land Use Act. The Commissioner for Lands and Housing, Mr. Chaka Chukwumerije, who stated this while speaking to journalists, said proper enumeration of lands…
The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the planned retirement of over 1,000 staff members of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the proposed N50 billion payoff for the affected employees. The House also asked the apex bank to suspend the planned mass retirement pending the outcome of its investigation. The resolutions…
Properties worth billions of naira have been lost in Yobe, Kwara and Taraba states after a fire incident razed down a market, shops and a lounge.In Yobe State at least 200 people lost their means of livelihood, after fire razed 46 shops at Bayan Tasha Market in Damaturu Local Government Area of Yobe State. The…
Senator representing Ondo South Senatorial district, Jimoh Ibrahim has said rich Nigerians should be made to pay taxes. He said the government should begin to tax luxury. According to him, it’s a global practice that when an economic crisis hits a nation, the government directs its policies towards making the rich citizens pay heavy taxes…
Ogun State Government has said it would break down the societal stereotype, create equitable job opportunities and provide access to education and health services for People Living With Disabilities (PLWDs) in the state. According to the World Health Organization, WHO, an estimated 1.3 billion people, about 16% of the global population, are currently experiencing significant…
