BREAKING: Is Bitcoin The New Gold? Some Analysts Believe So

Gold has long been considered a pillar of prosperity and economic security, over the years due to its value and widespread acceptance as an asset when economic conditions are unpredictable; however, recently there has been a growing interest in Bitcoin as a potential rival in this regard, leading to discussions and discourse among financial experts … Read more

BREAKING: Despite Appeals from Fulani Leaders, Bello Turji Launches Fresh Attacks

Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has reportedly resumed violent activities along the Shinkafi road in Zamfara State, disregarding recent appeals from senior Fulani leaders to halt his attacks. Intelligence sources revealed to Zagazola Makama that Turji and his armed group have been targeting travelers and communities along the road, creating widespread panic and severely disrupting … Read more

BREAKING: Ondo resident doctors begin strike over unpaid entitlement

Resident doctors at the Ondo State University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital (UNIMEDTH), have begun an indefinite strike over the non-payment of hazard allowances and poor working conditions. The strike action, which began on Monday, followed a peaceful protest within the hospital’s premises. PREMIUM TIMES gathered that the health workers downed tools after repeated unmet … Read more

BREAKING: Australia Cautions Citizens Against Trips To Nigeria

The Australian government has advised its citizens to reconsider the need to take a trip to Nigeria. A statement by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, DFAT, on Tuesday, cited a volatile security environment marked by terrorism, kidnapping and the potential outbreak of civil unrest as reasons for the advice. “Reconsider your need … Read more

BREAKING: NERC Orders DisCos On 95% Electricity Offtake, Reviews KPIs

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has mandated electricity distribution companies (DisCos) to achieve a 95 per cent electricity offtake of their allocated energy for two out of three months per quarter. NERC said this in an addendum to its Order on Performance Monitoring Framework for Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos), aimed at enhancing operational efficiency … Read more