A retired Controller of Works from the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, AbdulRazaq Ajani, was tragically killed in Ilorin, Kwara State, on New Year’s Day, shortly after returning from a trip to Offa, where he had spent the Christmas and New Year holidays with his family. Gists9ja understands that the attack, which occurred around … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s New Year message, labelling it as “empty” and devoid of actionable plans to address the pressing issues of unemployment and hunger in the country. In a statement released on Wednesday, PDP spokesperson Debo Ologunagba described the president’s address as “self-serving” and disconnected from the realities … Read more
FCT, Abuja – Prophet Joshua Iginla of the Champions Royal Assembly (Joshua Iginla Ministries), has asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to pay attention to his health. Legit.ng reports that Iginla shared his New Year message during a cross-over service held in his church in Abuja on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. ‘Pray for your health’, Iginla … Read more
The Conference of United Political Parties (CUPP) has criticized President Bola Tinubu, accusing his administration of increasing the hardships faced by Nigerians in 2024 through ineffective policies and unfulfilled promises. Peter Ameh, the National Secretary of CUPP, delivered an assessment of the President’s New Year’s Day nationwide address, describing it as “empty rhetoric” disconnected from … Read more
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has hailed President Bola Tinubu for his economic reforms in the year 2024. Speaker Abbas said while Nigerians experienced hardship at the beginning of 2024, by the end of the year there was prosperity, reducing hardship. He stated this on Wednesday, while he led principal officers … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s determination to propel Nigeria toward a prosperous future, attributing the progress made so far to the unwavering support of the National Assembly. Speaking at his residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Wednesday, Tinubu emphasized the collective responsibility of building a nation poised for generational impact. The gathering, part of … Read more
Former presidential candidate, Professor Patrick Utomi has decried the poor treatment of youths by governments of Nigeria. Professor Utomi said governments over the years failed to incorporate youths into their programmes and policies, leading to a lack of trust between government and youths. In an interview with Channels TV on Thursday, Utomi stated that President … Read more
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has made fresh assertions about the management of government-owned refineries in Nigeria, criticizing the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) and raising concerns about its capacity to operate the refineries effectively. Gists9ja reports that in an interview with Channels Television, published on Thursday, Obasanjo questioned recent claims by President Bola … Read more
A recent report suggests that the Nigerian government might reduce its crude oil supply to Dangote Petroleum Refinery, cutting it down from the current allocation of 300,000 barrels per day. This adjustment is expected to be part of the government’s naira-for-crude initiative, following the revival of the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries. Currently, the combined … Read more
The Benin Republic has summoned a Nigerien diplomat following accusations by Niger’s junta leader, Abdourahamane Tchiani, alleging that Benin is backing terrorist activities in West Africa. The move, announced on Tuesday by Benin’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is a formal protest against what Benin describes as baseless and inflammatory claims. In a statement on X, … Read more