Organized labor in Nigeria’s power sector has effectively shut down the country’s electricity industry. This action follows directives from major labor unions in response to disputes over the minimum wage. Shutdown of the Power Sector The Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE), Dominic Igwebike, confirmed to Vanguard that the power […]
Read MoreThe Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has officially addressed and dismissed the false and malicious rumors circulating on social media that suggest Heritage Bank is experiencing financial distress and is unable to fulfill its obligations to depositors. In a statement released by Isaac Okorafor, the Acting Director of Corporate Communications, the CBN clarified that Heritage […]
Read MoreElon Musk’s New AI Startup Set to Revolutionize the Tech Industry In a move that has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, Elon Musk has unveiled his latest venture: a groundbreaking AI startup that promises to redefine the boundaries of artificial intelligence. Known for his pioneering work with Tesla, SpaceX, and Neuralink, Musk’s new initiative […]
Read MoreAir France has addressed concerns raised by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, regarding Nigerian passengers reportedly stranded in Chad due to a flight cancellation. In a statement on X on Saturday, the airline confirmed the incident, attributing the flight cancellation to a heavy storm. “Our flight AF878, scheduled to connect N’Djamena […]
Read MoreAtiku Abubakar Condemns Killing of Soldiers in Abia, Calls for Political Solution on Nnamdi Kanu The Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 presidential election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has strongly condemned the recent killing of five soldiers deployed to protect citizens in Abia State. The soldiers were tragically murdered by gunmen […]
Read MoreThe Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has confirmed the release of the suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Abba Kyari. The spokesperson for the FCT Command of the NCoS, Adamu Duza, verified this in a brief statement. He mentioned that Kyari had met the bail conditions set by the court and was consequently released. “DCP Kyari […]
Read MoreThe Defence Headquarters reacted on Friday to the killing of five soldiers stationed in Abia State to protect citizens. Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, in a statement to Vanguard, accused the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) of carrying out the attack. The military vowed a fierce response to the killing of […]
Read MoreSanwo-Olu Promises Robust Support for IT Industry Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fostering policies that drive economic growth and expand job opportunities, particularly within the information technology (IT) and e-commerce sectors. During the recent unveiling of the Jumia Integrated Warehouse located along the Oshodi-Apapa Motorway in Lagos, Governor Sanwo-Olu, […]
Read MoreThe management of National Medical Services Laboratories (NMS Labs) in Pennsylvania, United States, has refuted the Lagos State Government’s claim that a toxicology test was conducted at their facility to determine the cause of singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad’s, death. NMS Labs’ response came after inquiries from our correspondent, who embarked on a fact-finding mission […]
Read MoreThe government’s decision to revert to Nigeria’s old national anthem has sparked a range of reactions among Nigerians. President Bola Tinubu signed the National Anthem Bill 2024 on Wednesday, reinstating the old anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee,” and replacing “Arise, O Compatriots.” The former anthem was used from 1960, when Nigeria gained independence until it […]
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