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Obasanjo Reveals Why Abacha Jailed Him In 1995
By Teddy Nwanunobi Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has disclosed that he ended up in jail under the military regime of the late Head of State, General Sani Abacha, in 1995 because he refused to keep quiet. Obasanjo, who said that his outspoken nature on national and international issues is his major problem, also revealed that his decision to seek the presidency in 1999 was driven by the need to save Nigeria from disintegration.
We Are Hungry, Bishop Kukah Tells Tinubu, APC
By Teddy Nwanunobi Bishop of Sokoto Catholic Diocese, Mathew Kukah, yesterday, told President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, to urgently address the economic hardship in the country, saying Nigerians are hungry. Kukah spoke at the unveiling of The Progressive Institute, a brainchild of the Abdullahi Ganduje-led National Working Committee, NWC, in Abuja.
Flood Displaces Over 225,000 Nigerians, Kills Over 200 – Report - Breaking News, Nigerian News and Top Stories From Aljazirah Nigeria Newspapers
By Teddy Nwanunobi More than 225,000 people have been displaced from their homes across the country, as torrential rains continue to wreak havoc, Save the Children International, SCI, reported yesterday. It said the flood displaced 950,000 people, mostly children in Nigeria, Mali and Niger Republic.
Beans, Tomato, Yam Prices Increase Above 200%
By Teddy Nwanunobi Latest Food Price Watch Report for July by the National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, revealed that the prices of one kilogramme, kg, of beans, tomatoes and 12 pieces of medium-sized eggs rose above 200 percent year-on-year in July. The price of one kg of brown beans (sold loose), according to the report, increased by 262.98 per cent YoY to N2,444.81 in July 2024 from N673.53 recorded in July 2023.
2027: Why Opposition Cannot Unseat Tinubu - Lukman
By Teddy Nwanunobi Ahead of the 2027 general election, a former member of the National Working Committee, NWC, of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Salihu Lukman, has hinted on why the opposition will not be able to unseat President Bola Tinubu.
Nigeria's GDP Rises By 3.2% In Q2'24
By Teddy Nwanunobi National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, said Gross Domestic Product, GDP, grew by 3.19 percent in the second quarter of 2024. The report, which was released Monday, indicated that the growth rate was driven by growth in the Services sector. The growth rate is higher than the 2.51 per cent recorded in the second quarter of 2023 and higher than 2.98 per cent in the first quarter of 2024.
Block Reported Stolen SIM Cards After Five Minutes — NCC - Aljazirah
By Teddy Nwanunobi Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has ordered all telecommunications companies, telcos, to block stolen subscriber identification module, SIM, cards within five minutes of receiving a report from subscribers. NCC said any further usage should not be chargeable to the consumer from the moment the report is filed.
Electricity Market: NERC Transfers Regulatory Oversight To States
By Teddy Nwanunobi Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, has issued an order transferring regulatory oversight of the electricity market in Edo State to the state’s electricity regulatory commission, ESERC. The Commission said that the directive would take effect immediately. AljazirahNigeria reports that the order, which was dated August 20, was signed by NERC’s Vice-Chairman, Musiliu Oseni.
CBN Reports Highest Remittance Inflow Of $553m In July
By Teddy Nwanunobi Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has reported a significant increase in remittance inflow, reaching $553m in July 2024. According to a statement by the CBN Ag. Director of Corporate Communications, Sidi Ali, the amount is a 130% increase from the corresponding period in 2023. The figure, it said, represented the highest monthly total inflows on record and reflects ongoing efforts by CBN to enhance liquidity in Nigeria’s foreign exchange market.
SEC Plans To License Cryptocurrency Firms
By Teddy Nwanunobi Securities Exchange Commission, SEC, has revealed plans to license providers of virtual assets, including cryptocurrencies, to tap opportunities, and protect investors as adoption rates surge in Nigeria. The Director-General of SEC, Mr. Emomotimi Agama, dropped the hint during an interview with Bloomberg. Agama said that the Commission intends to issue first licences for digital service and tokenised assets this month.
Electricity: 20 States Owe Bills, DisCos Lament
By Teddy Nwanunobi Electricity distribution companies, DisCos, have cried out that no fewer than 20 of the 36 state governments in the country are indebted to them. The DisCos said that some states owe electricity bills consumed by the state houses or their various Secretariat.
Inflation Rate Drops To 33.4%, First Decline In 19 Months — NBS - Aljazirah
By Teddy Nwanunobi National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, yesterday revealed that Nigeria’s inflation rate declined to 33.40% in July. The figure, which is below the 34.19% reported in June, is the first decline in 19 months. In the consumer price index, CPI, — which measures the rate of change in the prices of goods and services, published yesterday, NBS said the inflation rate decreased by 0.8%.
Food Security: 163m West Africans Lack Adequate Food Supply – Report - Aljazirah
By Teddy Nwanunobi Alliance for Green Revolution in Africa, AGRA, has revealed that the number of people with lack of adequate food for consumption in West African countries rose to 162.7 million in the month of July. AljazirahNigeria reports that AGRA is an African-led African-based organisation that seeks to catalyse agriculture transformation in Africa. According to the report, the figure is an increase of 4.3 million people from June.
NDIC Pays 82.36% Of Heritage Bank Depositors
By Teddy Nwanunobi Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation, NDIC, yesterday, disclosed that it has paid 82.36% of insured deposits to customers of the defunct Heritage Bank. The Director of Communication and Public Affairs, Bashir Nuhu, who made the disclosure in a statement, said that the step underscores the Corporation’s commitment to safeguarding depositors’ funds.
Heritage Bank: We’ve Paid 82.4% Of Depositors Money – NDIC - Aljazirah
By Teddy Nwanunobi Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation, NDIC, yesterday, disclosed that it has paid 82.36% of insured deposits to customers of the defunct Heritage Bank. The Director of Communication and Public Affairs, Bashir Nuhu, who made the disclosure in a statement, said that the step underscores the Corporation’s commitment to safeguarding depositors’ funds.
I Was Obsessed With Onyeka Onwenu, Chude Jideonwo Says
By Teddy Nwanunobi Chude Jideonwo, a media personality, has revealed how he was obsessed with late music icon, Onyeka Onwenu. In a glowing tribute he paid to her on his Instagram page, Jideonwo, who revealed how her passing has left him devastated, said that he “fell hopelessly, recklessly, abundantly in love with” Onyeka Onwenu.
‘Why Herdsmen-Farmers Conflict-induced Internal Displacement In Benue Persists’
By Teddy Nwanunobi Doctoral scholar at Jindal Institute of Behavioural Sciences, JIBS, Rita Iorbo, has blamed the perceived unwillingness of the federal government, definition of the cause of displacement and lack of political will as the core reasons for the continued Fulani herdsmen-farmer conflict-induced internal displacement in Benue State.
New Naira Notes Underway - Emefiele
CBN to issue fresh N100, N200, N500 and N1000 bills December Says redesign will tackle hoarding which fuels counterfeiting, others Current ‘Naira notes’ remain legal tender until Jan.
Buhari Calms 22 Aggrieved APC Senators - aljazirahnews
By Teddy Nwanunobi President Muhammadu Buhari has calmed the nerves of the 22 aggrieved senators of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, and saved the party from losing its majority hold on the National Assembly, after a meeting with the aggrieved senators at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
Sen Ekweremadu, Wife Remanded For 2 Weeks Over Alleged Attempt To Harvest Organs
By Teddy Nwanunobi, Abuja Former Deputy President of the Senate, Ike Ekweremadu, and his wife, Beatrice, were arrested, arraigned in London yesterday by the London Metropolitan Police. The London Metropolitan Police, who confirmed the development in a statement, stated that the couple has been charged with conspiring to bring a child to the UK in order to harvest organs.
Buhari Okays CBN Governor’s Policies
As 200 CSOs endorsed achievements in office· Urges other appointees to emulate him on high performance· Civil society leaders applaud move, say Emefiele has demonstrated capacity By Teddy Nwanunobi President Muhammadu Buhari has come out with the reason he did not sack the Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Godwin Emefiele, after his presidential bid.
Marketers Mull New Pump Price
…Price no longer feasible at N165 – IPMAN …As Lagos, Abuja worse hit By Cyril Ogar, Teddy Nwanunobi and Rotimi Asher, Lagos Nigerians are now paying more for petrol despite the official price still fixed at N162.50 and N165 per litre.Independent marketers, who started implementing a new price regime of between N170 to N190 at the weekend, insisted yesterday that it would be difficult for them to sell at the official pump price.
Visa Racketeering, Trafficking Scandal Rocks Foreign Affairs Ministry - aljazirahnews
As EFCC swings into action, writes permanent secretary Petitioners allege intimidation, threats to life By Teddy Nwanunobi Ministry of Foreign Affairs is in the middle of a visa racketeering and human trafficking scandals, AljazirahNigeria can authoritatively report.
2023: Dimeji Bankole, Coming At Very Difficult Time - aljazirahnews
By Teddy Nwanunobi “I am taking over the mantle of leadership at a very difficult time. But these are hard times. We need to build confidence again, and assure the populace that we are still their representatives. Those were the words of former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Dimeji Bankole, following the resignation of Mrs. Patricia Etteh from the post on October 30, 2007 after she was accused of spending N628 million on home renovation and automobiles.
Senate Urges Buhari To Name NDDC Building After Biriye - aljazirahnews
Abdulateef Bamgbose Senate has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to direct the appropriate authorities to name the Niger Delta Development Commission’s, NDDC, permanent building after Harold Dappa Biriye. The call was contained in a motion sponsored by Senator Seriake Dickson (Bayelsa West).
Patronise Lawal Daura At Your Own Risk, DSS Warns Nigerians Against Ex-Boss
The Department of State Services (DSS) has warned the public against going through its sacked former Director-General, Mr Lawal Daura, to engage the services of the agency. The DSS warned on Tuesday that anyone or group that patronises Mr Daura on its behalf, does so at their own risk. RELATED Recall that the former DSS DG was disgraced out of office on August 7, 2018, after officials of the Service invaded the National Assembly on his alleged orders.
Ganduje Gets Vote Of Confidence From APC NASS Kano Caucus – The Whistler NG
Ganduje Gets Vote Of Confidence From APC NASS Kano Caucus Abdullahi Ganduje, Kano State Governor Amidst allegations of corruption levelled against Governor Abduallahi Ganduje of Kano State, the governor has has won the vote of confidence of seven National Assembly lawmakers from the state. THE WHISTLER reports that the seven lawmakers are members of the National Assembly Kano caucus. The lawmakers are currently addressing a joint Senate and House of Representatives press conference in Abuja.
JUST IN: Senate Goes Into Closed-Door Session – The Whistler NG
JUST IN: Senate Goes Into Closed-Door Session Senate President Bukola Saraki The Senate resumed Thursday’s plenary by 11 a.m., and after the leading the prayer, the Senate President, Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki, announced that the Red Chamber would be going into a closed door session.
Senate Orders Investigation Into N177bn NPA Operating Surplus – The Whistler NG
The Senate has mandated its Committee on Marine Transport to investigate the alleged N177 billion operating surplus of the Nigeria Ports Authority (NPA). This was sequel to a motion brought before the Red Chamber by Senator Mohammed Hassan. Hassan, who came under Order 42 of the Senate Standing Orders 2015 (as amended), alleged that the NPA reported a gross revenue of N303 billion in 2017, out of which N177 billion operating surplus was unaccounted for.
Senate To Investigate N180bn Foreign Loan By Kogi State – The Whistler NG
The Senate has directed its Committee on Local and Foreign Debts to investigate allegation that the Kogi State is on the verge of borrowing the sum of $500 million (about N180 billion) from the United Arab Emirates. This was sequel to a motion raised by Senator Dino Melaye, who also pointed out that the State is already indebted to the sum of N40 billion.
Gov Yahaya Bello ‘Starves’ Deputy Of Salary, Other Benefits, Kogi Senator Alleges – The Whistler NG
Gov Yahaya Bello ‘Starves’ Deputy Of Salary, Other Benefits, Kogi Senator Alleges Alh. Yahaya Bello, Kogi State Governor Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has been accused of starving his deputy, Simon Achuba, of his salary and other benefits. This was according to the Senator representing Kogi East, Attai Idoko, who made the claim on the floor of the Senate on Wednesday. Idoko hinted that all the entitlements of Achuba have not been paid for over a year now. This is a developing story…
'Suspend Tariff Increment Implementation On Alcoholic Beverages, Tobacco Products' – The Whistler NG
The Senate has asked the Federal Government to suspend the implementation of the excise tariff increment on alcoholic beverages and tobacco products. The Red Chamber also added, on Tuesday, that the suspension of the implementation of the excise tariff rate should not be effected until all relevant stakeholders were appropriately and adequately consulted. According to the Senate, the discussion with stakeholders on the tariff regime should pave the way for consensus and implementation approach.
Amaechi Blames Procurement Act For Delay In Eastern Rail Project – The Whistler NG
The Minister of Transportation, Hon. Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi, has revealed that the delay in the execution of the Eastern rail line from Port Harcourt to Maiduguri in the ongoing nationwide rail construction/modernisation by the Federal Government was caused by bureaucratic bottleneck caused by the Public Procurement Act.
EFCC: Olukoyede's Confirmation Suffers Setback – The Whistler NG
The confirmation of the nomination of Mr. Olanipekun Olukoyede by President Muhammadu Buhari for appointment as the Secretary of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) by the Senate suffered a setback on Tuesday, following disagreement by members of the Senate Committee on Anti-Corruption and Financial Crimes.
2019: Senate Overrides Buhari, Passes Electoral Bill – The Whistler NG
With about three months to the 2019 general election, the Senate, on Tuesday, passed the Electoral Act (amendment) Bill 2018 into law, overriding the assent of President Muhammadu Buhari in the process. Two months ago, National Assembly members mounted pressure on Buhari to sign the Electoral Act (amendment) Bill 2018 to justify the N143 billion the joint committee of the Senate and the House of Representatives on electoral matters has recommended as the budget for the 2019 polls.
Saraki Lauds Enwerem’s Contributions To Democracy – The Whistler NG
The Senate President, Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has lauded former Senate President, late Senator Evan Enwerem, for laying a solid foundation for the National Assembly in 1999. Speaking on Monday in Abuja as the Chairman of the 10th memorial activities in honour of Enwerem, Saraki added that the 8th Senate has benefited immensely from Enwerem’s legacy of peaceful and friendly disposition as the then Senate President.
MAD Demands Dismissal Of Service Chiefs Over Slain Soldiers – The Whistler NG
Make A Difference Initiative (MAD), a non-governmental organisation, has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to dismiss Nigeria’s current service chiefs, following the killing of scores of soldiers by the Islamic sect, Boko Haram. Executive Director of MAD, Lemmy Ughegbe, who described the service chiefs as “shameless”, pointed out that generals with pride and honour would ordinarily resign, if they lose such number of men. “This is a heartbreaking picture that speaks more than a thousand words.
Senate Reveals NNPC Withdrew $3.12bn From NLNG Dividend Account – The Whistler NG
The Senate, on Thursday, disclosed that the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) withdrew the sum of $3.12 billion from the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) dividends account domiciled in the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in the last three years. The amount, according to the Senate Committee on Gas Resources, was made in twenty-two withdrawals.
Saraki Demands Inquiry Into Death Of Offa Robbery Key Suspect
The Senate President, Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has called on the Presidency to institute a judicial inquiry into the ‘how and when’ Mr Michael Adikwu, the principal suspect in the deadly bank robbery attacks in Offa, Kwara State, on April 5, 2018, died.
Railway: Senate Summons Amaechi Over Eastern Narrow Gauge
The Senate, on Wednesday, summoned the Minister of Transport, Mr. Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi, to brief its Committees on Land and Trasnport and Local and Foreign Debts on Federal Government’s plans for railway development in the eastern axis, from Port-Harcourt to Maiduguri. This was sequel to a motion raised by the Deputy Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu, which alleged the exclusion of the eastern axis from the project.
Senate To Investigate Alleged Police Invasion Of Akwa Ibom Assembly
The Nigerian Senate has resolved to investigate alleged invasion of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly by security operatives on Wednesday. Reports had emerged earlier today that a combined force of police, army and Civil Defence allegedly barricaded the entrance of the State Assembly, preventing entry and exit of lawmaker’s from the complex. The security men were alleged to have besieged the Assembly Complex to aid the impeachment of the Speaker Hon.
We're Committed To Priority Bills Despite Campaigns
As the 2019 electioneering campaigns begin to heat up, the Senate President, Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has assured Nigerians that the legislative duties in the National Assembly would not be relegated to the background. Saraki made the promise while responding to comments by the Acting British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Harriet Thompson, who visited him at the National Assembly on Monday.
Saraki To Buhari: We'll See How You'll Handle Allegations Against Oshiomhole
Saraki To Buhari: We’ll See How You’ll Handle Allegations Against Oshiomhole Senate President, Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has hinted that Nigerians are eagerly awaiting how President Muhammadu Buhari would handle the serious allegations of bribery that were levelled against the National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Adams Oshiomhole, over the conduct of the just concluded primary elections in the party.
Senate To Pass Police Reform Bill November - Saraki
The Senate President, Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has expressed hope that the Nigerian Police Reform Bill would be passed before the end of November. Saraki, who hinted that civil society organisations (CSOs) and lawyers contributed to the drafting of new Bill, reiterated the Senate’s commitment to fast-tracking the passage of the Bill.
Virement Request: Senate Acted After Consultation With Executive - Ibrahim
Chairman, Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Institutions, Senator Rafiu Ibrahim, has explained that the Senate’s decision to rescind and revise the methods of funding of the supplementary budget of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies for the conduct of the 2019 general elections, was done in good faith, after due consultation with the Executive.
After Resolving To Probe Two Govt Programmes, Agencies, Senate Adjourns Sitting
The Senate’s Plenary, presided over by the Deputy Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu, on Thursday, only took the Votes and Proceedings of Wednesday’s Plenary, and subsequently adjourned to allow senators to attend the 73rd Session of Executive Committee and 41st Conference of Speakers of the African Parliamentary Union (APU), holding in Abuja.
Senate To Probe Alleged Corruption In NHIS, NPHCDA
The Senate, on Wednesday, decided to wade into the emerging crisis of confidence and corruption in the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) and the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA). The Red Chamber has directed its joint Committees on Primary Health Care and Communicable Diseases, and Health to carry out thorough investigation into the matter and other infractions, and inform the Senate of the findings within two weeks.
Nigeria, Guinea Bissau, Rwanda Pledge Parliamentary Cooperation
The trio of Nigeria, Guinea Bissau and Rwanda have pledged to work together to advance the fortunes of their individual parliaments. This decision was reached on Wednesday when the Speaker of the Guinea Bissau’s Parliament and President of the African Parliamentary Union, Cipriano Cassama and the Speaker of the Rwandan Parliament, Rt. Hon. Bernard Makuza, visited the Senate President, Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki.
'Assassination Attempt': Ekweremadu Threatens To Release Video Clip If...
Following a failed assassination attempt on him, his wife and son on the early hours of Tuesday, the Deputy Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu, has threatened to release video clips of how his house was invaded by assassins, if the Police fails to withdraw its statement that it was a case of burglary.
Buhari Requests NASS To Approve 2019-2021 Expenditure
President Muhammadu Buhari, on Tuesday, forwarded the 2019-2021 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper (MTEF/FSP) to the National Assembly for approval. The move, THE WHISTLER reports, is ahead of the presentation of the 2019 Budget proposals to the National Assembly. Buhari’s request was contained in two separate letters he addressed to the Senate President, Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara.
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