By Gloria Ume-Ezeoke,Updated January 29, 2023. 75 per cent of the N2.7 trillion held outside the banking system has been recovered, Emefiele said. President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the Central Bank of Nigeria’s request for the extension of the deadline for swapping of old Naira notes to the redesigned ones. The new deadline is February…
The Enugu State Electoral Committee from the National Secretariat of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the conduct of the ward congresses of the party in the state has described the exercise, which was monitored by officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), as peaceful, transparent and credible. Speaking when members of the PDP…
July 31, 2022 By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) did not direct Deposit Money Banks to seize fund in Community Associations’ Savings Accounts. There has been apprehension among members of Community Development Associations, Cooperative Societies and Social Clubs over reports that accounts held by such organisations which were not…
By Zaidu Zaidu In a bid to ease lingering tensions in the country, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has addressed the nation with a speech aimed at reconciliation, reassurance, and charting a clear path forward for Nigeria. The President spoke In sober, yet unmistakable terms. His speech was reminiscent of great leaders throughout history who have…
In a memorandum to the National Assembly Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, the Northern leaders, who described themselves as Friends of Democracy, said the 12 -state structure ‘’is the most viable option for Nigeria at the moment and in the foreseeable future.’’ The memorandum was signed by Alhaji Othman Tofa, Ambassador Fatimah…
Gubernatorial aspirants of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Enugu East Senatorial district have responded to the alarm raised by Senator Ike Ekweremadu over alleged political violence in Enugu State. Ekweremadu, who spoke through his campaign organization, at a press briefing on Friday, called on the police to arrest the situation. However, guber aspirants from Enugu East…
Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Deputy National Chairman, Chief Olabode George, has appealed to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to shelve his 2027 presidential ambition and allow younger Nigerians to run. George made this appeal in an interview on Arise Television on Thursday. According to George, Atiku would be 81 years old in 2027, and…
This is the young man with one leg that Apostle chibuzor OPM wanted to see. He has been seen. His story is so sad. He lost his leg while going to school. The father and mother live in this mud house. After rescuing his life after the accident with their last money. No more money…
Assures NGO of future Partnership. One of the most prominent Traditional Rulers in Nigeria His Royal Majesty King Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri received the Executive Director of Monday Diamond Foundation and Convener of THE NATIONAL DEBATE 2022, Hon Monday Diamond Ani as well as the Winners of the 2022 Academic Discussion Competition…
*…says non-invasive HIFU procedure now preferred method of treatment. Nigerian women diagnosed with uterine fibroids have been urged to seek treatment that is tailored for their individual needs rather than rush into surgery, as there is no one-size-fits all treatment for the uterine fibroids which affect more than 50 percent of women of reproductive age….
