The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) has promised to take steps as necessary after hearing from the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, over the complaint brought before it by suspended senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Naija News reports that Natasha had taken Akpabio to the IPU over her six-month suspension and allegations of sexual harassment. Speaking at the Women in … Read more
Sokoto state – Former governor of Sokoto state, Alhaji Attahiru Bafarawa, has dismissed the report of his joining the Social Democratic Party (SDP) after announcing his exit from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in late 2024. This is coming days after former Kaduna state governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, dumped the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) … Read more
The internal rift within the Bayelsa State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has intensified, with the party’s zonal secretariat taking control of the payment of allowances for the executives of Ogbia Ward 9. This move follows a series of disagreements and sanctions that have further divided the party. In a statement issued on … Read more
The Senate has officially declared the Senate seats in Edo Central and Anambra South vacant, calling on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to organise by-elections to fill the vacant positions. Senate President Godswill Akpabio made the announcement during Tuesday’s plenary session. The Edo Central seat became vacant in December 2024 after Monday Okpebholo was … Read more
Nigerians have taken to social media to react to the recent directive by the House of Representatives ordering the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to shut down all pornographic websites across the nation. While many have expressed support for the move, citing concerns over societal values and the protection of youth, others have questioned its relevance … Read more
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr Kayode Opeifa, has stated that the Nigerian government’s substantial investment in railway infrastructure is yielding significant improvements in service delivery and operational efficiency. Speaking during a visit from the leadership of the Chartered Institute of Transport Administration (CIOTA), led by its National President and Board … Read more
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has launched infrastructure projects worth N159 billion, covering road construction, healthcare, and education. Speaking at the State Secretariat, Bola Ige House, Abere, on Tuesday, Adeleke described this as the second phase of his administration’s infrastructure plan, aimed at expanding the benefits of governance across the state. In 2023, the governor … Read more
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, is set to launch its first Business Series of the year in honour of International Women’s Day 2025. With the theme “Against All Odds: The Impact of Women,” this edition will focus on the extraordinary achievements of women who have defied challenges, redefined success, and contributed … Read more
The Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex, Veronica Ndanusa, has asserted that Nigeria’s economy cannot attain its full potential without the active involvement of women. Speaking at the Women-Led Businesses ‘Her Showcase’ event, organised by the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) in collaboration with the International Trade Centre … Read more
The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has installed several buoys in Niger and Kwara States to improve navigational safety for all water users. NIWA Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr Bola Oyebamiji, announced this on Tuesday in a statement issued by Mr Suleiman Makama, Assistant General Manager, Corporate Affairs, NIWA. Oyebamiji stated that the … Read more