Category: National/Politics

Wakanow Unveils State Of The Art Experience Center In Lekki

As travelers adapt and social interactions slowly return to normalcy, Wakanow, the largest online travel agency in Africa has once again has taken the lead by opening up an experience center in Jubilee Mall, Admiralty way, Lekki, Lagos as it positions to deliver an unparalleled immersive travel experience in a warm and relaxing atmosphere. The…

First Batch of A-29 Super Tucano Aircraft Departs US for Nigeria

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has said that the first batch of six A-26 Super Tucano aircraft have departed the United States of America on Wednesday, 14 July 2021 enroute Nigeria. In a statement on Thursday, NAF spokesman, Air Commodore Edward Gabwet said the aircraft will be leapfrogged through five countries before arriving Nigeria towards…

Eid-El-Kabir: FG Declares July 20 And 21 As Public Holidays

The Federal Government has declared Tuesday July 20 and Wednesday July 21, 2021, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration. The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulates all Muslim faithful and Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora on this occasion. “I…

Senate Approves President Buhari’s Request For $8.325b, €490m External Loans

The Senate on Thursday approved President Muhammadu Buhari’s request for ongoing external loans to the tune of $8,325,526,537 (USD) and €490,000,000 (Euros) under the 2018-2020 External Borrowing (Rolling) Plan. The approval followed the consideration of a report on the 2018-2020 External Borrowing (Rolling) Plan by the Committee on Local and Foreign Debt. Chairman of the…

EFCC Launches ‘Eagle Eye’, An Online App for Reporting Economic Crimes

The Economic and Financial Crimes commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, launched an App, Eagle Eye, designed to ease the process of reporting economic and financial crimes in Nigeria. Speaking during the launch, the Executive Chairman of the Commission, Abdulrasheed Bawa, described the App, being the first of its kind by any law enforcement…

Senate Faults NNPC Over Non-Remittance Of N3.87trn From Crude Oil Sales In 2015

The Senate has faulted the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation for under remitting the sum of N3,878,955,039,855.73 trillion revenue from domestic crude oil sales to the Federation Account for the period of January to December, 2015. Accordingly, the upper chamber called on the Corporation to desist from further deduction at source as this contravenes Section 162(1)…

Electoral Act: Lobby Lawmakers, Don’t Blackmail NASS Leadership – Lawan Tells Nigerians

The President of the Nigerian Senate, Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan, has kicked against what he described as the ‘calculated blackmail’ against the leadership of the National Assembly over the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill 2021, presently before both chambers. The senate leader advised Nigerians to lobby lawmakers on any aspect of the bill they feel strongly…

Africa Prudential Develops Cloud-Based Solution for Africa’s Hospitality Industry

Africa Prudential has demonstrated its digital capabilities, with the launch of “Aura by Transcorp Hotels”, an innovative commercial cloud-based product launched in the Nigerian market. “Aura by Transcorp Hotels” is an online platform that curates accommodation, staycations, cuisines and memorable lifestyle experiences. The platform was created for Transcorp Hotels, the hospitality subsidiary of Transcorp. It…

Finally Senate Rejects Lauretta Onochie, Confirms Five Nominees As INEC Commissioners

The Senate on Tuesday rejected the nomination of Lauretta Onochie (Delta) and stepped down that of Prof. Sani Muhammad Adam (North Central) for further investigation by the committee. This was just as it confirmed the appointment of five nominees as Commissioners of the Independent National Electoral Commission. Onochie’s rejection followed the consideration of a report…

Lagos Set To Roll Out New Identity Card For Residents

The Lagos State Government has concluded plans to roll out the New Lagos Identity Card, “LAG ID” for residents of the State. This was disclosed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Science and Technology, Ms. Yinka Fashola during an Internal Stakeholders Workshop held over the weekend at Alausa, Ikeja. In her address, Ms. Fashola revealed…