The House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts has issued a two-week ultimatum to three major oil companies—Chorus Energy, Dubril Oil Company Limited, and Belema Oil—to settle their outstanding debt of $5,543,491.45 owed to Nigeria’s Federation Account. The directive was issued during an ongoing investigation by the committee, following a report from the Auditor General … Read more
The House of Representatives on Tuesday directed Multichoice Nigeria to suspend its proposed increase in DStv and GOtv subscription rates across the country, pending the outcome of a thorough investigation. The House also mandated its Committee on Information to investigate the recurring increases in subscription fees by Multichoice, with the aim of ensuring the implementation … Read more
Senator Austin Akobundu of Abia Central Senatorial District has reaffirmed his commitment to fostering positive creativity among young Nigerians as a means of advancing good governance and nation-building. He expressed this sentiment in a congratulatory message to Dr Osinachi Vincent Chigbu, PhD, during the public presentation of his book titled, “Good Governance, Conflict Management and … Read more
The Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, has said the government is committed to upholding human rights, the rule of law, and justice in the country. Naija News reports that Fagbemi (SAN) assured that the government would continuously strengthen mechanisms to ensure that military operations were conducted with the highest regard for human rights … Read more
FCT, Abuja – The Senate Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct, and Public Petitions has dismissed Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s petition against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, labeling it “dead on arrival.” The petition, which alleged sexual harassment and abuse of office, was filed by Akpoti-Uduaghan following a contentious altercation with Akpabio. **Committee cites procedural violations and … Read more
Rivers United coach Finidi George is optimistic about reducing the gap between his team and league leaders Remo Stars as the 2024-2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) approaches a critical phase. Currently sitting 11 points behind Remo in the NPFL table, Finidi believes there is ample opportunity to close this gap, especially with 11 matches … Read more
Suspected Boko Haram insurgents launched an attack on a police station in Malari, Borno State, in the early hours of Wednesday but were successfully repelled by security forces. According to local security sources who spoke with The PUNCH, the militants struck around 1:00 a.m. but faced strong resistance from a combined force of police officers … Read more
The Rivers State House of Assembly has summoned the Chairman of the State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC), retired Justice Adolphus Enebeli, to appear before it within 48 hours regarding the conduct of the October 5, 2024, local government elections. The Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, issued the directive during its plenary session on Wednesday. … Read more
FCT, Abuja – Senators in the National Assembly have dismissed the sexual harassment petition submitted by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio The federal lawmakers said Senator Natasha’s petition didn’t follow the order of the Senate. The senate chief whip, Mohammed Monguno (Borno, APC) said the issue contained in Senator Natasha’s petition is … Read more
The Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo has warned contractors handling ongoing projects across the State to carry out their job properly or face termination of their contracts. He gave the warning while inspecting some roads and drainage projects in the State, and expressed unhappiness over their execution rates. Speaking via a statement by his … Read more