Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed skepticism about some reported kidnapping incidents in Abuja, suggesting that they may be fabricated. Wike, accompanied by the FCT Commissioner of Police, Benneth Igweh, was summoned by senators to discuss security measures in the FCT. He assured the lawmakers of enhanced security and infrastructure…
The United States House of Representatives has overwhelmingly approved a bill that could potentially lead to the banning of the social media giant TikTok within the country, marking a significant move against both China and big tech. The bipartisan-supported bill garnered a resounding vote of 352 to 65 in favor, signaling widespread concern over TikTok’s…
Reports from local news sources indicate that a Zimbabwean man tragically set himself on fire due to suspicions of his wife’s alleged extramarital affair with their landlord. The incident, confirmed by Member of Parliament for Silobela, Jonah Nyevera, involved the deceased, Onias Mangena, who harbored long-standing suspicions regarding his wife’s relationship with their landlord, Wilberforce…
Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing the Abia South Senatorial District, has refuted claims that some senior senators received N500 million from the 2024 budget. He clarified that he personally received N266 million and not the alleged amount. The assertion emerged after Senator Agom Jarigbe from Cross River North disclosed on Tuesday, March 12, that senior ranking…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Dayo Mobereola to serve as the Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for a renewable term of four years. The appointment follows the exit of Mr. Bashir Jamoh, whose tenure recently expired. Dr. Mobereola holds a Ph.D, and an M.Sc in Transport…
