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Niger: President Tinubu Writes Senate, Seeks Support For Military Intervention
President Bola Tinubu has written to the Senate requesting backing for military action against the Niger Republic’s military junta. He also sought the legislature’s approval to cut off the country’s electrical supply. Recall that Niger’s democratically elected president, Mohamed Bazoum, was deposed by his bodyguards. The President’s letter read, “Political situation in Niger.
Only 'Legitimate' Niger Government Has The Authority To Sever Military Links
France on Friday rejected the Niger junta’s attempt to revoke bilateral military agreements, claiming that only the nation’s “legitimate” leadership was qualified to do so.
Shetty's Ministerial Nomination Withdrawn By President Tinubu
Dr. Mariam Shetty, a candidate from Kano State, has had her nomination withdrawn by the president, Bola Tinubu. This was revealed when Senate President Godswill Akpabio read out a letter by the President at Friday’s plenary session. This came moments before the fourth round of screening commenced with a former governor of Osun State, Adegboyega Oyetola, who mounted the podium at 12:14 pm.
I'm Aware of Your Struggle, But I Wish There Were Other Options
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has acknowledged that the repercussions of the elimination of gasoline subsidies on the cost of living are hurting Nigerians. The president lamented the lack of alternatives to cutting fuel subsidies in order to revive the economy of the nation. However, Tinubu, who made these comments on Monday on a national broadcast, claimed he did not mean to upset the people and added that measures were being taken to lessen the suffering.
NLC Mobilizes Workers Insists On Nationwide Strike
The Nigeria Labour Congress has commenced mass mobilisation ahead of its planned nationwide strike scheduled to begin Wednesday to protest the hardship occasioned by the fuel subsidy removal. In a schedule sighted , the NLC urged Nigerians to “join us at the Unity Fountain, Abuja on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at 7 am.” “There is nowhere in the world where government leaves its citizens totally to the vagaries of the market without some measure of control and protection.
Strike Will Devastate Nigeria, Senate Calls On NLC
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced an approaching statewide strike, and the Senate has urgently pleaded with the labor organization to reconsider its course of action. The plea from the Senate is a result of its significant concern for the strike’s possibly severe effects on ordinary Nigerians and its warning that the country would be forced into a situation of great suffering.
Tinubu Confers New Ranks On Service Chiefs
Major General Christopher Musa, the chief of the defense staff, and the chiefs of the army, navy, and air staff today received their new ranks from President Bola Tinubu. The decoration ceremony holding at the President’s office comes six weeks after their appointment on June 19, 2023. Major General Taoreed Lagbaja, Rear Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, and Air Vice Marshall Hassan Abubakar, who is the head of the air force, are among those decorated. ____ Follow us on Twitter at @thesignalng
Wike: "Tinubu Won't Regret Appointing Me"
Nyesom Wike, a former governor of Rivers State, asserted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would not have regretted selecting him for the position of minister. He described himself as a performer. During his ministerial screening before the Senate, he stated that while serving as governor of Rivers, he executed and commissioned a number of capital projects. “I was commissioning projects every day. He added, “Mr. President won’t regret appointing me as a minister.
BREAKING: 10th Senate Clears Wike For Ministerial Position
Nyesom Wike, the immediate past governor of Rivers State, has received approval from the Senate to serve in a ministerial capacity. Wike who was seen in a video shared by a tweep, Imran Muhammad arrived at the National Assembly complex with his wife on Monday. Wike is among the first ministerial nominees Tinubu sent to the Senate. This is just as indications emerged that the President will create new ministries and form his full cabinet in two weeks.
House Of Reps To Investigate Illegal Sale Of Helicopters By NCAT
The Nigeria College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria, is believed to have sold two training helicopters, and the House of Representatives Committee on Public Assets has decided to look into the matter. In a press release issued on Monday and signed by the Chairman, Hon.
Super Falcons Draw Northern Ireland, Enter Round Of 16
Super Falcons sealed a spot in the round of 16 of the 2023 Women’s World Cup after a goalless draw with their European contingents, Northern Ireland Randy Waldrum’s team needed a draw to be sure of passage The Falcons had to endure an early minute of pressure from the Irish captain, Katie McCabe almost gave her side the lead when she attempted a low driving show which fizzled past the post.
At Least 44 Dead In Suicide Bombing At Pakistani Political Party Meeting
Authorities in northwest Pakistan reported that a suicide bombing at a political event of a major Islamic party on Sunday left at least 44 people dead and more than 100 others injured. In the town of Khar, close to the Afghan border, the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-F (JUI-F) party, a government coalition partner led by a fiery firebrand preacher, was the target of the explosion as hundreds of followers gathered beneath a canopy.
Atiku Flaws The Economist Intelligence Unit Report On Presidential Election
Atiku Abubakar, a former vice president and the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) candidate for president in the last elections, called the Economist Intelligence Unit report on the election in Nigeria an embarrassment. Atiku admonished the unit to respect the Nigerian judiciary and its judges in a statement released by his media adviser, Mr. Paul Ibe, who compared the story to a merchant that the All Progressives Congress (APC), which is currently in power, had bought to confuse Nigerians.
Tinubu Names A Special Investigator To Conduct An Investigation Into CBN
Jim Osayande has been designated as a special investigator by President Bola Tinubu to look into the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and Related Activities. This was stated in a letter to Obazee, the CEO of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN), which was signed by the President.
Niger Republic: " U.S. Behind You" Blinken Tells Tinubu
According to Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, the United States OF America (USA) is supporting President Bola Tinubu’s attempts to reestablish democracy in the Niger Republic. At the weekend, Blinken chatted with Tinubu.
Niger: Coupists Request Assistance From Russia As ECOWAS Considers Military Action
In response to military threats from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the coup plotters in the Republic of Niger have asked Russia for assistance, and a conflict is now imminent. The regional organization, which has the support of Western nations and the UN, has given the military junta a seven-day deadline to recognize President Mohamed Bazoum as the legitimately elected leader of the country or face a slew of harsh measures.
ECOWAS Give Niger Junta One Week To Relinquish Power Or Face Military Action
The military junta in Niger was given one week to relinquish control by West African leaders on Sunday. They also imposed immediate financial sanctions and warned that they did not rule out the “use of force”. The elected president of Niger, Mohamed Bazoum, who has been detained by the military since Wednesday, has been called for his “immediate release and reinstatement” by the 15-nation Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
Tinubu To Address Nigerians By 7pm Today
By 7 o’clock today, President Bola Tinubu will address Nigerians. This was revealed in a statement by Dele Alake, his Special Adviser on Special Duties, Communication, and Strategy. In order to provide coverage, the statement urged all broadcast and other electronic media outlets to collaborate with Radio Nigeria and the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA). “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will make a broadcast to the nation on Monday, July 31, 2023 at 7 pm.
Federal Character Commission Was Like A Market Where Job Slots Were Sold - Chair
Muheeba Dankaka, the chair of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), claims that the commission was used as a marketplace for selling job openings before she was elected and that her fight against alleged corruption put her against several commissioners.
Tinubu To Host ECOWAS Special Meeting On Niger Coup
President Bola Tinubu will on Sunday host a special meeting of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) over the political impasse in Mali. Armed presidential guards seized power in Niger Republic on Wednesday, detaining President Mohamed Bazoum. The situation has sparked condemnation from the United Nations, the African Union, the European Union, ECOWAS as well as the United States.
Blinken Offers Ousted Niger Leader ‘Unflagging’ US Support
According to a statement released by the State Department on Friday, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken pledged Washington’s unwavering support for former Niger leader Mohamed Bazoum and warned those holding him that “hundreds of millions of dollars of assistance” were in jeopardy.
Transportation Subsidies For Workers And Students In Borno, Adamawa, And Yobe
The governments of Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe have begun taking action to reduce the increase in transportation costs brought on by the Federal Government’s elimination of gasoline subsidies. In Borno, Gov. Babagana Zulum approved the release of 50 buses to address the situation. According to Mallam Isa Gusau, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Strategy, the buses will be added to the fleet of the state-owned transport outfit, Borno Express Corporation.
Reduce Govt Borrowing From CBN, World Bank Tells Nigeria
If Nigeria wants to lower the strain of inflation on the economy, the World Bank Group has encouraged it to limit government borrowing from the Central Bank. Alex Sienaert, the lead economist for Nigeria at the World Bank, said this on Thursday during a Lagos Business School economic assessment session.
Second Batch Of Ministerial List To Be Out Soon – Presidency - SIGNAL
According to Femi Gbajabiamila, the president’s chief of staff, who spoke on Thursday in Abuja, the administration of President Bola Tinubu may develop new ministries from the ones it already has. ‘’Mr President intends to separate portfolios or restructure the ministries in such a way you might be hearing of new ministries that were not standalone ministries before.
Nigeria Stun Australia, Inch Closer To Qualification
The Super Falcons came from a goal down to beat Australia 3-2 in a Group B game at the 2023 Women’s World Cup on Thursday. Emily Van Egmund gave the Maltidas the advantage just a minute into added time after a poor clearance from the Nigerians. But Coach Randy Waldrum’s girls responded minutes later to level the scoreline. Rasheedat Ajibade was the provider as Uchenna Kanu sent the ball to the back of the Australians’ post.
JUST IN : Wike, Umahi, 26 Others Make Tinubu’s Ministerial List
Former Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, made President Bola Tinubu’s ministerial list read on the floor of the Senate on Thursday afternoon, Channels Television reports. Ex-Governor of Ebonyi State, Dave Umahi; and presidential spokesman, Dele Alaka also made the list. After a long wait by Nigerians, the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, on Thursday afternoon, presented Tinubu’s ministerial list before the Senate.
Amnesty int’l Asks Lagos To Halt Mass Burial Of 103 #ENDSARS Victims
Amnesty International and some activists have challenged the Lagos State government to disclose the identities of the 103 #ENDSARS victims billed for mass burial.
Niger Delta Agitators Had Legitimate Demands Unlike Northern Bandits - Clark
Edwin Clark has denounced the analogy made between bandits in Northern Nigeria and Niger Delta protesters. In a press release on Thursday, the convener of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) criticized Ahmad Gumi, an Islamic cleric, and Ahmad Yerima, a former governor of Zamfara State, for repeatedly calling on the federal government to pardon bandits in the same way that the late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua pardoned Niger Delta agitators.
Tinubu Moves To Thwart Atiku's Recent Petition On Chicago Records
In response to a new petition submitted by PDP presidential contender Atiku Abubakar, President Bola Tinubu filed a request to quash subpoena before the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Chicago, USA. Atiku had filed the petition on July 11 in an effort to learn more about Tinubu’s academic standing at Chicago State University. Atiku is requesting documents through his attorney, Angela M.
New Concerns for Ibori as UK Considers Option of Jail or Seizure of Over £100m
James Ibori, the former governor of Delta State, is expected to have more than 100 million pounds ($129 million) seized by a British court after being found guilty of fraud and money laundering there. Ibori, who led Delta from 1999 to 2007, was one among the governors from the class of 1999 that paid President Bola Tinubu a visit last week at Aso Rock. He admitted to 10 charges of fraud and money laundering in 2012 and was sentenced to 13 years in prison.
48 Injured And One Died In An Unexplained Explosion In South Africa
Following an unexplained blast that tore through a congested roadway during rush hour the previous evening, a body was discovered early on Thursday in central Johannesburg, South Africa, according to the emergency services. The explosion scared motorists and pedestrians as it gouged out cracks and ripped a hole in the road.
Charles III Will Make His First Speech As King In November
On November 7, 2023, when the UK state opens parliament, Charles III will deliver his first King’s Speech, House of Commons Leader Penny Mordaunt informed lawmakers on Thursday. The king, who ascended to the throne in September last year, will discuss the priorities of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak for the upcoming year, which is anticipated to include a general election. “I can confirm that the state opening of parliament will take place on November 7, 2023,” declared Mordaunt.
Naira Marley: "I Used To Play For Arsenal."
Naira Marley, a well-known Nigerian musician, has stated that while he was growing up in London, England, he once played for the Arsenal junior squad. The Marlian boss claims that many people were unaware of this aspect of his life before coming to Nigeria. He revealed this in an interview with Lagos’ Cool FM Nigeria. Marley added that his father, who forbade the use of English at home, had an impact on the way he spoke Yoruba.
Subsidy Removal Will Speed Up Economic Growth- CSO
A Civil Society group, Stand Up Nigeria has expressed optimism that once the monies freed from subsidy removal are appropriated and ploughed back into the economy, all sectors of the economy will begin to witness quantum growth.
BREAKING: Ministerial Nominations Force Senate Into Meeting Behind Closed Doors
A few minutes into today’s plenary, the Senate is currently convening behind closed doors. This is partly due to the list of ministerial nominations that is thought to have been provided by the Presidency. The fifth item on the Order Paper, taking petitions, was quickly followed by the statement from the leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti Central), that the senators should enter an executive session. This pronouncement was made by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio.
Court Orders DSS To Allow Kanu Access To His Preferred Doctor
The Department of State Services (DSS) has been ordered to allow Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), who are officially outlawed, access to a doctor of his choice on the grounds that he needs urgent ear surgery due to his allegedly deteriorating health. Delivering judgement, Justice Nyako, also ordered the secret police to also monitor, record and seal all medical sessions administered on the IPOB leader, for security purposes.
Arresting President Putin A ‘Declaration Of War’ - Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa stated in court documents made public on Tuesday that detaining Vladimir Putin would be equivalent to declaring war on Russia. This comes as the nation struggles to decide whether to welcome the Russian leader. Putin has been invited to a BRICS conference in Johannesburg next month, but he is the subject of an arrest order from the International Criminal Court; Pretoria would be obligated to apply this clause as an ICC member if he attended.
Trump Said He Anticipates Being Charged In The Capitol Riot Investigation
Donald Trump, a former US president, claimed on Tuesday that he had received a letter from prosecutors indicating that he was likely to face a criminal charge in connection with the violence at the US Capitol on January 6.
Market Forces Pushing Up Petrol Prices – NNPCL - SIGNAL
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) provided an explanation for the unexpected increase in the price of premium motor spirit (PMS), better known as gasoline. It claimed that market forces were to blame. The cost of gasoline at the pump, as seen in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, increased from N540 to N617 per litre.
Labour Rejects New Fuel Price, Asks Federal Govt To Retrace Steps
The Nigeria Labour Congress has protested the N617 rise in the price of gasoline at the pump, claiming that Nigerians continue to reject the change. Comrade Benson Upah, the congress’ head of communication and public affairs, responded to the development by revealing that the rise poses a serious threat to the socioeconomic stability of the populace, as well as to their enterprises, sources of income, and way of life.
Anatomy Of Hunger - By Fredrick Nwabufo
Hunger is violence. Many freaks, upheavals and misfortunes of history were by the fashioning of hunger. Hunger is a maximum ruler. It sets in motion inexorable forces of chaos and anarchy. The French Revolution had the spurring of hunger. In 1788, France was scourged by deleterious winter resulting in widespread famine. Citizens were seized by hunger. They starved as the famine ratcheted up its grip. The price of bread became unaffordable.
Collapse Of Ukraine Grain Deal, According to Okonjo-Iweala, "Hits Poor Countries Hardest."
Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), criticized Russia’s decision to stop taking part in the Black Sea Grain Initiative on Monday. The former finance minister tweeted her disappointment on Monday, stating that poor countries would be hit the worst by the deal’s cancellation. “Deeply disappointed at the termination of the Black Sea Grain Initiative and the interruption of the grain trade from Ukraine.
BREAKING: Price Of Fuel Increases To N617 Per Liter
The cost PMS has climbed to almost N617 per litre. Daily Trust confirmed that the fuel price has now been increased from N539 to N617 per litre during a visit to a NNPC filling station in Abuja’s Central neighborhood. The immediate reason could not be ascertained but it is not unconnected to the recent projections by oil marketers that fuel price will hit N700 per litre soon. The Nigeria Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NDMPRA) is yet to comment on the development.
Nigeria Army Intercept International Smuggling Syndicate Seized Ammunition Headed For Anambra
An international ammunition smuggling ring has been effectively dismantled by members of the 192 Battalion Nigerian Army (NA), who are operating in the 81 Division Area of Responsibility. Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, the Director of Army Public Relations, released a statement on Monday with more information about this military accomplishment.
Emefiele: Constitutional Lawyers File Contempt Charge Against DSS DG
A contempt proceeding and committal procedures have been brought against Yusuf Bichi, the director general of the Department of State Services (DSS), by a group of constitutional and human rights attorneys. The move against Bichi, according to the attorneys, is the result of a disregard for many court decisions and judgments that required the agency to release suspended Central Bank of Nigeria governor Godwin Emefiele from their custody.
Enugu: Gov Mbah Vows To Revoke License Of Traders Observing Sit-At-Home
The outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have issued a sit-at-home order for next Monday, and Enugu Governor Peter Mbah has threatened to revoke the licenses of any business owners who adhere to the order. Mbah made this statement while touring several areas of the state capital on Monday to check on how well the order he issued was being followed. The governor forewarned that store owners who remained at home as of Monday, July 24, risked losing their businesses to shrewd businesspeople.
Abdulrasheed Bawa Spends 33 Days In DSS Custody
Abdulrasheed Bawa, the suspended Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, has been in the Department of State Services’ detention for 33 days. Bawa was taken into custody by the secret police on June 14 just after President Bola Tinubu had suspended him.
First Anthrax Case Confirmed In Nigeria
The nation’s first case of anthrax has been confirmed by the federal government. Both people and animals, including livestock like cows, pigs, camels, sheep, and goats, can contract the deadly bacterial illness anthrax. To lessen the chance of illness and the spread of anthrax, however, the government has suggested precautions for Nigerians and livestock owners.
Resignation: Kyari Assumes Leadership Of The APC
After serving as National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for one year and four months, Senator Abdullahi Adamu has finally resigned. He becomes the first National Chairman of the party to resign from office. Also submitting his letter of resignation was Senator Iyiola Omisore, the party’s national secretary. Sen. Abubakar Kyari, the party’s acting national chairman, announced the development on Tuesday during a vital NWC meeting.
Obasanjo: It's Unlawful For The National Assembly To Determine Members' Salaries
On Monday, former president Olusegun Obasanjo bemoaned the fact that the majority of those responsible for putting the Nigerian Constitution into practice are actually harming democracy in the nation. Obasanjo cites as an illustration of constitutional abuse the practice of National Assembly members setting their own salary, blatantly usurping the authority of the Revenue Mobilization and Fiscal Commission.
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