The Minister of Works, Senator Engr. Nwaeze David Umahi, has received a comprehensive update on the ongoing construction of the Lagos-Abidjan Highway. The project, initiated by the Heads of States and Government of five ECOWAS member states, was the focal point of discussions during a recent briefing at the minister’s office in Abuja. Led by the ECOWAS Commissioner for Infrastructure, Energy, and Digitalization, Engr. Sediko Douka, the ECOWAS delegation provided crucial insights into the status of highway construction. During the briefing, Minister Umahi stressed the need for a strategic approach to ensure efficiency and timely completion of the project. He…
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The opposition candidate, Joseph Boakai, is poised for victory in the ongoing Liberian presidential election, according to the latest results released by the electoral commission on Friday. The outcome reflects a shift as Liberians voted against incumbent President George Weah, also the candidate of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), in this landmark election. At 78 years old, Joseph Boakai, a seasoned political veteran, secures 50.89% of the votes, while President George Weah trails with 49.11%. This margin, exceeding 28,000 votes, emerges with nearly all ballots counted, triggering jubilation in the capital, Monrovia. Supporters of Boakai have gathered at his…
The Osun State Government has refuted allegations that Governor Ademola Adeleke suspended Chief Judge Justice Oyebola Ojo. Contrary to this denial, Justice Ojo has been suspended, and Governor Adeleke directed Justice Yinka Afolabi to assume an acting capacity pending an investigation by the Osun State House of Assembly. The state government, represented by Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment Kolapo Alimi, issued a statement on Friday clarifying that the petition and initial actions against the Chief Judge had been forwarded to the National Judicial Council (NJC). Alimi emphasized that Governor Adeleke did not defy any court order and that the…
Prof Dani Adam, the Independent National Electoral Commissioner overseeing Kogi, Kwara, and Niger states, declared the concluded Kogi State governorship election as not only free and fair but also credible. The announcement was made during the Certificate of Return presentation to Governor-elect Ahmed Ododo and his deputy, Joel Oyibo, at the INEC state head office in Lokoja. Adam emphasized the abundance of evidence supporting the fairness and credibility of the election, urging all contestants to embrace sportsmanship and collaborate for the benefit of democracy in the region. Kogi State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr Gabriel Longpet, echoed the sentiment, stating that…
President Bola Tinubu has officially scrapped the controversial automatic deduction of 40 percent from federal universities’ Internally Generated Revenue (IGR). The Minister of Education, Tahir Mamman, conveyed this pivotal announcement during his address at the 75th Founder’s Day ceremony of the University of Ibadan (UI) on Friday, November 17. The original proposal, disclosed by the Ministry of Finance in October, triggered a diverse range of reactions, notably from the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and various stakeholders. ASUU’s national president, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, vehemently argued that universities should not be treated as revenue-generating entities, emphasizing that student fees are…
President Bola Tinubu is set to depart Abuja for Berlin, Germany, on Saturday to attend the G20 Compact with Africa Conference on November 20, 2023. The conference, hosted by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, will run alongside the Fourth G20 Investment Summit, co-hosted by the German government and business associations. A statement from Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, outlined the focus of the conference as energy, trade, and investment. The President, along with Heads of State and Governments from Compact with Africa (CwA) member countries, bilateral partners, and international organizations, will deliberate on measures to enhance economic…
In a stakeholders’ meeting with the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, the Association of Licenced Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) expressed concerns about the current tariff regime in the telecom sector, stating that it is no longer sustainable. ALTON Chairman, Mr. Gbenga Adebayo, emphasised the need for a price review to align with rising operating costs, citing the burden of 52 taxes on operators nationwide. Adebayo urged the NCC EVC to intervene in the unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) debts owed by Deposit Money Banks (DMBs), revealing that the outstanding debt has…
In a circular addressed to students admitted to the Law School for the 2023/2024 session, the Nigerian Law School has reportedly raised its tuition fees to N476,000. The circular, signed by the Director-General of the Nigerian Law School, Isah Chiroma, revealed this substantial increase, marking almost a 200 per cent surge from the previous fee of approximately N296,000. The decision to raise tuition fees in this economic climate has raised eyebrows, considering the ongoing struggles of millions of Nigerians facing increasing poverty due to rising prices of goods and services. The circular also has fueled discussions about the financial implications…
Engineer Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Oyo State, emphasized the importance of fostering a system that benefits all Nigerians, irrespective of tribe or religion. Speaking at the 12th annual Zik Lecture held at Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka, Anambra State, Makinde urged citizens to focus on building a united and fair nation rather than contemplating separation based on regional differences. Addressing the audience during the lecture themed “Reclaiming Zik’s World: Climate Justice and African Sustainable Development,” Makinde rejected the idea of splitting the country, saying that the focus should be on uniting Nigeria and, by extension, Africa. He emphasized the…
The Chief Executive Officer of The Hague Institute for Innovative Law (HiiL), Sam Muller, expressed regret over the diminishing respect for the rule of law and justice in Nigeria and other global regions. This concern was disclosed during the presentation of the 2023 report on justice needs and satisfaction in Nigeria. Muller emphasized that the decline in the rule of law, as also noted in the World Justice Project’s 2023 report, is disheartening for those striving to build nations where peace and justice prevail. Despite the somber observation, he acknowledged a positive shift in the last five years towards a…
Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior, revealed plans to revolutionise passport processing for Nigerians, both at home and abroad. The minister expressed his commitment to creating additional processing and collection centres, specifically tailored for Nigerians in the Diaspora. This strategic move aims to alleviate congestion at existing centres and expedite service operations. The promising news was delivered during the recently concluded sixth edition of the Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit, organized by the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) and the Nigeria Diaspora Summit Initiative (NDSI) in Abuja. Speaking at the summit with theme “New Vistas, New Aspirations, New Opportunities: The…
In a bid to expedite the ongoing construction on Adekunle Ramp, all traffic, both inward and outward, will be temporarily halted from Sunday, November 19th, to December 8th, 2023. This closure, spanning a five-week period, is aimed at completing the project promptly. Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation Made this known During this period, motorists are advised to consider alternative routes: Lagos Island to Ebute Metta: Utilise Ilubirin to connect Carter Bridge (Idumota Bridge), leading to Iddo, and then proceed inwards to Otto/Oyingbo via Herbert Macaulay Way. Victoria Island Traffic: Follow the route from Bonny Camp to Onikan…