The Interior Minister, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has introduced a revolutionary contactless system set to streamline the experience for applicants. The initiative, announced during the inaugural 2024 Diaspora Webinar Lecture Series hosted by the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), marks a significant step towards modernizing service delivery within the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS). The Minister, echoing directives from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, emphasized the government’s commitment to providing efficient and seamless services to citizens. Effective from March 8th, 2024, Nigerians will benefit from a swift passport application process, with the entire procedure expected to take no more than seven to 10…
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s determination to revolutionize agriculture in Nigeria, aiming to achieve food sufficiency and transform the country into a net exporter of agricultural products. During a meeting with a delegation from the Global Tijaniyya Movement, led by Khalifa Muhammad Mahe Niass, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Sunday, President Tinubu emphasized the crucial role of agriculture in the nation’s development agenda. He outlined various initiatives aimed at bolstering agricultural productivity, including the expansion of farmlands, provision of low-interest loans to farmers, and substantial investments in irrigation infrastructure. “We are dedicated to equipping hospitals…
In a meeting with Senator Uba Sani, the governor of Kaduna State, at the Sir Kashim Ibrahim Government House in Kaduna on sunday, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, said the socio-economic as well as security challenges confronting the country require spiritual solution. Adeboye said despite the efforts of political leaders to address the nation’s problems, that divine intervention is necessary for Nigeria to get over its current problems. “We as a country are blessed. We are blessed with people with great intelligence. We are blessed with all manners of resources and…
Within eight states, 24 suspected drug dealers with 7.6 tons of various illicit drugs have been taken into custody by National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Operative. Among the apprehended suspects is a 42-year-old man intercepted while transporting a large quantity of concealed opioid pills to an insurgent stronghold in Banki, Borno state. The arrests also included a six-month-pregnant woman and three other women found involved in drug-related activities in different parts of the country. Femi Babafemi, the Director of Media and Advocacy for the NDLEA, revealed that a significant portion of the seized drugs was intercepted in Nasarawa State. In…
In Nigeria, the retail price of cement has risen to N7,000 per bag, a huge increase from N5,000 just two months ago. Investigations conducted across various regions of the country reveal that prices have skyrocketed, with increases of more than N1,000 per bag in some areas. The Cement Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (CMAN), attributes this sharp rise in prices to multiple factors, including infrastructure challenges and operational costs. Inadequate transportation networks and an unreliable power supply have compounded the production expenses for cement manufacturers, necessitating an adjustment in retail prices. Major players in the Nigerian cement industry, including Dangote Cement…
Nigerian pensioners are threatening to go Naked in the streets to raise awareness of their precarious situation in the face of an ever-increasing expense of living. The Nigeria Union of Pensioners, led by its National President, Godwin Abumusi, issued the warning at a news briefing in Abuja on Friday. Abumusi emphasized the urgent need for significant improvements in the welfare of pensioners, highlighting the prevalent delays in pension payments across the country. He expressed deep frustration, lamenting the paltry sums some pensioners receive, citing examples like Enugu where some receive as low as N450. “In Nigeria, governments don’t think about…
Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, has inaugurated DevsInGovernment. This innovative project intends to advance Nigeria’s position as a global leader in digital governance by utilising the combined knowledge of technologists and tech enthusiasts working inside Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). During the inaugural event, attended by over 400 participants including heads of agencies and technologists from various MDAs, Dr. Tijani emphasized the crucial role of technology in enhancing government services and fostering efficient, citizen-centric institutions. He underscored the importance of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) as a catalyst for this transformation, highlighting its potential to empower…
Amidst intense criticism over a contentious pardon given to a convicted child abuser, Hungarian President Katalin Novak has announced her resignation. In her resignation statement, Novak, a key ally of Prime Minister Viktor Orban, acknowledged her mistake and extended apologies to those affected. “I apologize to all those harmed and the victims who may have felt unsupported. My commitment to protecting children and families remains unwavering,” Novak emphasized. The uproar erupted following the revelation of a pardon granted last April to a former deputy director of a children’s home implicated in concealing sexual abuse perpetrated by his superior. The timing…
The helicopter carrying Herbert Wigwe, the Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, and five others crashed, claiming all onboard lives. The chopper, identified as a Eurocopter EC 130, was en route to Las Vegas when it crashed near a border city between Nevada and California on Friday night. Reports from TheWill News and Daily Mail confirm the devastating incident, which occurred near Nipton on the edge of the Mojave Desert. Officials stated that the helicopter, owned by Burbank-based tour company Orbic Air, was carrying six people when it crashed late on Friday evening. San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department responded to…
Celebrating the Nigerian Defence Academy’s (NDA), Diamond Jubilee in Kaduna, President Bola Tinubu sent a strong message of support for the country’s armed forces and pointed out the importance of defending Nigeria’s territorial integrity from all threats. During the event, President Tinubu praised the dedication and sacrifices of the armed forces, reaffirming his administration’s unwavering commitment to their welfare and support in executing their duties effectively. The NDA, established in 1964, has evolved significantly over the decades, playing a vital role in training officers for the Nigerian Armed Forces. President Tinubu emphasised significant turning points in the history of the…
Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, has sold around $2 billion worth of Amazon stock in a calculated move that is consistent with his previously stated intention to sell off shares. According to a recent company filing, Bezos executed the sale of around 12 million shares over a two-day period, following his decision to gradually reduce his stake in the online retail and cloud services giant. The transaction, which occurred on Wednesday and Thursday, comes on the heels of Amazon’s disclosure last week regarding Bezos’s intention to sell up to 50 million shares in the company. This planned divestment, subject…
Lagos, Nigeria has been added to the shortlist of cities that American hip-hop icon and fashion mogul Kanye West plans to tour in 2024, exciting African fans with his extensive career in music and design. Kanye West revealed the possible tour locations on his Instagram handle on Wednesday, February 7, in conjunction with the release of his highly anticipated album “Vultures,” which he co-wrote with TY Dolla $ign. The Grammy-winning artist disclosed plans for the Vultures world tour, with proposed tour dates set for Eko Energy City in Lagos on December 14, 2024, and Nyayo International Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya,…