In a recent report by the World Bank titled ‘Remittances Remain Resilient But Are Slowing,’ it was revealed that Nigeria played a pivotal role in Sub-Saharan Africa’s remittance landscape for the year 2022. The report indicates that the continent received an estimated $52.9 billion in remittances during that year, with Nigeria alone contributing $20.1 billion, accounting for a significant 38 percent of the total inflow. This surpasses the contributions from other key African nations like Ghana (11.9 percent), Kenya (8.5 percent), Tanzania (25 percent), Uganda (17.3 percent), and Rwanda (21.2 percent). These funds have served as a financial lifeline for…
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According to the information gathered, the Benue State Commissioner of Information and Tourism, Mathew Abo, has been abducted. Abo was abducted from his residence in the Zaki-Biam community in the Ukum Local Government Area of the state on Sunday night. He had recently been sworn in as a member of the Benue State Executive Council on August 29th, 2023. His hometown, Ukum local government area, has been plagued by criminal activities. According to witnesses, the commissioner was abducted by gunmen who arrived on four motorcycles at his house in Zaki-Biam, a rural town known for having the country’s largest yam…
Over two weeks after the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) pledged to settle over $10 billion in foreign exchange debts owed to Deposit Money Banks (DMBs), investigations by The PUNCH, followed by GOVIMA, revealed that the CBN has yet to fulfil its promise. During this period, the Nigerian naira continued to struggle, with Bureau De Change (BDC) operators selling it for rates ranging between 990/$ and 995/$ in Lagos, Abuja, and Kano. However, on the Investor & Exporter forex window, the naira did experience a slight uptick, appreciating to 747.76/$ on Friday from 772.98/$ on Thursday. The former acting CBN…
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has made a significant disclosure regarding Ajuri Ngelale, who serves as the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. According to the NIPR, Mr. Ngelale is not a certified member of their institute. It is important to note that the law governing the NIPR stipulates that practising public relations without the requisite certification and licencing is a criminal offence. In a statement provided to PRNigeria by the recently elected members of the governing council, led by Dr. Ike Neliaku, the institute revealed that Mr. Ngelale lacks the fundamental knowledge…
President Bola Tinubu has issued a directive to security agencies, instructing them to take immediate action to rescue the remaining female students of the Federal University Gusau in Zamfara State who were recently abducted by terrorists. Strongly condemning the abhorrent act of abduction, President Tinubu emphasised that there is no moral justification for such a heinous crime committed against innocent victims who were merely pursuing their right to quality education. The President firmly stated that his administration bears a solemn responsibility to protect every Nigerian citizen. In keeping with this unwavering commitment, he assured the families of the abducted students…
Charles Granville, a prominent figure in Nollywood known for his versatile talents as an actor, singer-songwriter, and filmmaker, has sadly passed away. The family released a statement confirming his demise, stating that the ‘Tinsel’ actor succumbed to a prolonged illness on Thursday, September 21, 2023. The statement, signed by a family member named Iyenemri Somiari Granville, also mentioned that details regarding funeral arrangements will be conveyed at a later date. Until his untimely passing, Charles Granville served as the chairman of the Advisory Committee on Arts and Entertainment. His illustrious filmography included notable works such as ‘Last Flight To Abuja,’…
A devastating fire tore through an illicit petrol depot located in the border town of Seme Krake, tragically claiming the lives of at least 33 individuals, local authorities have reported. Seme Krake, nestled in the southeastern department of Oueme within Benin, bore witness to this heart-wrenching incident. Dallys Ahouangbegnon, the head of the local fire brigade, provided chilling details of the fire’s origin, revealing that it initially sparked near the town’s pineapple market before swiftly spreading and engulfing nearby residences and parked vehicles. Quick-thinking efforts resulted in the urgent evacuation of three injured individuals for medical treatment. Eyewitnesses, fortunate enough…
One Miss Lauretta Onochie has explained the reason for flight delays and how the flight passengers can hold the flight company responsible. According to the “one Nigeria” advocate , she described flight delays as unforseen circumstances and when they are habitual, she stressed that they are like toiling with Nigerians or taking them for granted “Incessant flight delays have been a major issue in Nigeria. This is made worse by the fact that Nigerians appear not to know their rights when it comes to flight delays and flight cancellations, as stipulated by IATA” Onochie, on her X account, writes about…
In Akure, the capital of Ondo State, Nigeria, a 24-year-old man named Pelumi Folorunsho has been apprehended by the Ondo State Police Command for allegedly sodomising his eight-year-old step-brother. The incident occurred at the suspect’s residence on No. 3, Odige Street, in the NEPA area of Akure. Neighbours caught Folorunsho in the act and subsequently handed him over to law enforcement authorities. He has been charged with indecent assault and was presented before a Family Magistrate Court. The police prosecutor, Martins Olowofeso, informed the court that the incident took place on September 16, 2023, when the suspect allegedly forcefully assaulted…
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) says plans to introduce the Computer Based Test (CBT), mode in the administration of its examinations are at advanced stage. The Head of National Office (HNO), Mr. Patrick Areghan, gave the hint in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Saturday in Lagos. Areghan was speaking against the backdrop of the notable achievements and advancements of the council under his watch as he prepared to bow out of office on Oct. 1. He would be bowing out after completing his three-year tenure. Areghan said that introducing the CBT mode of administering…
The Federal Government has pledged to complete the Abuja-Lagos highway within four years, according to a statement by the Minister of Works, David Umahi, during a briefing on Saturday. The minister assured that once completed, the journey from Lagos to Abuja on the new highway would take only four hours. A notable feature of this ambitious project is that the entire road will be constructed using concrete, a cost-effective alternative to asphalt. This development marks a significant step towards enhancing transportation infrastructure in Nigeria. More Information to come
The mother of the late music sensation Mohbad has disclosed why she maintained a distance from her famous son. Promise Aloba, during an interview with TVC, revealed that her son had been living in fear due to bullying and physical assault. While Mohbad took good care of her during his lifetime, she chose to keep their relationship low-key because she was concerned that revealing her identity as his mother might put her at risk of kidnapping or harm. Aloba said, “I don’t tell people I am Mohbad’s mother, because he was scared, I might get kidnapped or killed. “I’ve spent…