FG: Vehicle owners to pay higher insurance premium rates from Jan 1
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has increased the premium rates for vehicle insurance in the country. In a circular dated December 22, 2022 and addressed to insurance companies, the commission said the new rates will take effect from January 1, 2023. The circular was signed by Leo Akah, director, policy and regulation, […]
Buhari stopped me from asking EFCC to probe fraud allegations against me, says Osinbajo
Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo says President Muhammadu Buhari stopped him from asking the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate fraud allegations against him. In 2018, the house of representatives ad hoc committee on emergency and disaster preparedness indicted the governing board of National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA). The board, chaired by […]
‘They have privileges’ — Osun APC speaks on vehicles taken by Oyetola, ex-appointees
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun says it is not true that Gboyega Oyetola, former governor of the state, and his appointees took official vehicles worth N2.9 billion when leaving office. An asset recovery panel set up by the Osun state government had asked the former governor and his deputy to return […]
Buhari: I’m doing my best but it’s not good enough
President Muhammadu Buhari says he is doing his best for Nigerians but it is not good enough. Buhari said this in a documentary that was screened on Friday night at a private dinner organised by his family and close associates to celebrate his 80th birthday. The documentary was tagged “celebrating a patriot, […]
Naira redesign, cash withdrawal limit… most debated economic policies of 2022
2022 was a year of economic uncertainty for Nigeria with its prospects for growth dampened by the Russia-Ukraine war, lower-than-expected oil production, and a worsening debt crisis emboldened by huge petrol subsidy payments chopping off the country’s revenue. In it’s usual reactionary move, the federal government implemented various policies mulled to rescue the […]
Overstayed and tired: Is the army doing enough for soldiers on the frontline?
On November 17, a soldier fighting insurgents in the north-east ran amok and shot dead Alem Muluseta, an aid worker with Medicine de Monde (DM). He wouldn’t stop there, he also killed a co-soldier on the spot. According to an eyewitness, Muluseta was landing at the military helipad in Damboa, Borno state, in […]
Newspaper Headlines: Buhari under fire over high cost of goods, services during Christmas
Stories of bandit attacks in Kaduna, Benue and Niger states dominate the national dailies. Source: Top Stories
Udom: I feel empty without G5 governors on Atiku’s campaign train
Udom Emmanuel, governor of Akwa Ibom, says the crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has reached a height where sacrifices must be made to attain peace. He said he feels empty without the presence of Nyesom Wike, the governor of Rivers, Seyi Makinde of Oyo, Samuel Ortom of Benue, Okezie Ikpeazu of […]
Tobi Amusan, Ese Brume, Asisat Oshoala… 10 high-performing athletes of 2022
The year 2022 was eventful for sports as thousands of athletes represented their countries in various global competitions. Nigerian athletes showed hunger and drive across different sports, bringing joy to the faces of millions at home. From the record-breaking stride at the World Athletics Championships to the podium finishes at the 2022 […]
Rivers seals Atiku campaign office over ‘violation of executive order’
The Rivers government has sealed the campaign office of Atiku Abubakar, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, in the state. The office, located in Port Harcourt, the state capital, was sealed on Friday. The office was sealed on the directive of the state government following a court order. Kelvin Ebiri, […]