Bello Matawalle warns former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has strongly condemned what he described as ‘reckless and inciting’ remarks allegedly made by former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, regarding President Bola Tinubu’s leadership. Matawalle Warns Amaechi Against Inciting Comments In a statement signed by the Director…
Nigerians are pushing back against the controversial 50% increase in call and data tariffs. Telecom subscribers and advocacy groups are now taking legal action after failed negotiations with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The National Association of Telecommunications Subscribers (NATCOMS) announced plans on Wednesday to sue the telecom regulator. The group cited the NCC’s refusal…
President Bola Tinubu has approved ₦32.7 billion for the implementation of the National Social Investment Programme (NSIP). This initiative aims to support vulnerable groups across Nigeria and improve their quality of life. The announcement came from Nentawe Yilwata, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, during the launch of the state action plan for durable…
The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has criticized its exclusion from a stakeholders’ meeting with President Bola Tinubu. The discussion cantered on the proposed resumption of oil production in Ogoni land. MOSOP expressed disappointment with the composition of the delegation at the meeting, describing it as inappropriate. The group was surprised…
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has sued the Tinubu government and Nigeria’s 36 governors. The lawsuit challenges the alleged misuse of the Cybercrimes Act to suppress freedom of expression and criminalize legitimate public discourse. SERAP’s legal action follows a 2022 ECOWAS Court judgment, which declared Section 24 of the Cybercrimes Act 2015 arbitrary, vague,…
President Bola Tinubu has approved a comprehensive directive prohibiting homosexuality and other acts within Nigeria’s military. This directive aims to align military ethics with discipline and national values. Introduces Strict Conduct Regulations The revised Harmonised Armed Forces Terms and Conditions of Service, signed on December 16, 2024, outlines the bans. Military personnel are prohibited from…
President Bola Tinubu, alongside former Nigerian leaders Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, attended Ghana’s historic presidential inauguration. This notable event took place in Accra on Tuesday and marked the swearing-in of John Mahama as Ghana’s new president. Transition of Leadership in Ghana Highlighted by John Mahama, who previously served as Ghana’s president, reclaimed office after…
President Tinubu has approved retirement perks for top military officials, sparking national debates and criticism. These benefits include $20,000 annual medical allowances, bulletproof SUVs, personal staff, and luxury accommodations. According to the Harmonised Terms and Conditions of Service (HTCOS) for military personnel, signed on December 14, 2024, by President Bola Tinubu, the Chief of Defence…
As President Bola Tinubu begins his state visit to Enugu, it is perhaps pertinent to let the cat out of the bag on the historical reason I support the President, especially as Enugu plays a part in this narrative. Nigeria, as it is presently constituted, is not what we agreed with the British. It was…
The apex Igbo socio-cultural group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, expressed excitement over President Bola Tinubu‘s visit to Enugu. The visit has reignited hope for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Tinubu Visits Enugu to Commission Development Projects President Tinubu’s one-day visit to Enugu is focused on commissioning projects…
