Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, visited former President Muhammadu Buhari at his residence in Kaduna State on Friday. The meeting comes just days after President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu, and the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, also paid a visit to the former president in Kaduna on Tuesday. Buhari, who handed over … Read more
Lagos, Nigeria – The exclusion of Nigeria from the United States 2025 Visa Waiver Program (VWP) has raised concerns about its impact on Nigerian travellers, business professionals, and diplomatic relations. The United States recently released its 2025 VWP list, excluding the United Kingdom and all African nations, including Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa. While most … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from the Senate over her allegation of sexual harassment against the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio. In a statement on Friday, the PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, stated that the action of the Akpabio-led Senate leadership against Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan smacks of a … Read more
FCT, Abuja – No fewer than 13 serving senators did not sign the suspension report of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central. Legit.ng recalls that Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended for six months for violating the Senate Standing Rules 2023 (as amended). As part of the suspension, her salary, security details, and access to the National Assembly … Read more
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed willingness to engage in dialogue to address the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. He made this known during an event at the National Assembly marking International Women’s Day, stating that efforts would be made to broker peace. The Federal Government has already stepped in, with the Minister of Women … Read more
The cost of cement in Nigeria continues to fluctuate, with major brands witnessing varying price points across different regions. As of this week, market analysis shows that: – Dangote Cement sells for around ₦8,500 per 50kg bag – BUA Cement is available at ₦8,000 per 50kg bag – Lafarge Cement (Unicem) is priced at ₦9,500 … Read more
The United States of America Mission in Nigeria has condemned the killing of a catholic priest, Reverend Father Sylvester Okechukwu by some bandits in Kaduna. The embassy in a statement posted on its X account described Okechukwu’s killing as brutal and senseless. While condemning the horrific act, the mission extended its condolence to the family … Read more
German tactician, Jurgen Klopp has shared his intention to attend Liverpool’s final match of the 2024-2025 Premier League season, after receiving an invitation from his successor, Arne Slot. This marks Jurgen Klopp’s first return to Anfield since he stepped down after last season. He expressed a desire to wait until the end of the campaign … Read more
The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed the report of a congress allegedly held in Calabar, Cross River State, by officials backed by Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike. In response, the party has announced the formation of a South-South Zonal Caretaker Committee to oversee party affairs in the region. … Read more
Sensational Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage, has given reasons for her inability to sign upcoming artistes. Naija News reports that Tiwa Savage, in an interview with Forbes Africa, said she does not have the gift to manage the behaviour of upcoming singers. The 45-year-old further said she would instead build a music school for upcoming singers … Read more