Remove Petrol, Electricity Subsidies After Taming Inflation, IMF Tells Tinubu Govt
The Federal Government of Nigeria has been urged by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to remove the fuel and electricity subsidies when the rising inflation has been addressed. The IMF in a report titled ‘Nigeria: 2024 Article IV Consultation’ said…
Unimaginable Economic Importance of Bitter Kola in West and Central Africa
Bitter kola, also known as Garcinia kola, holds significant economic importance in West and Central Africa. Here are some key points highlighting its economic value: In conclusion, bitter kola plays a significant role in the economy of West and Central…
ECOWAS To Suppress Illicit Maritime Activities In West Africa
Experts from ECOWAS member states met in Lomé, Togo, precisely between May 6 and 8, 2024, to examine in detail the draft supplementary Act relating to cooperation in suppressing illicit maritime activities in the ECOWAS region. Leadership reports that the…
Ikpokpo Appointed ALGON Director General
The National President Of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Hon Aminu Mu’azu Maifata, has on Behalf of the Executive Council (NEC) of the Association announced the appointment of Sir Itiako Ikpokpo (KSM) as the NEW ALGON Director…
Court Adjourns Cubana Chief Priest’s Naira Abuse Trial Till June 5
Justice Kehinde Ogundare of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Thursday, May 2, 2024 adjourned further hearing in the trial of Pascal Okechukwu, a.k.a. Cubana Chief till June 5, 2024.Okejukwu was arraigned on Wednesday, April 17, 2024…
FCTA Disburses N6.3bn in One Month To Six Area Councils in FCT
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has disbursed a total of N6,316,621,045.37 billion to the six area councils and other stakeholders as statutory allocation for the month of March 2024. This amount represents a significant increase of approximately 40 percent…
Abuja American School Returns Yahaya Bello’s $760,000 to EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the receipt of the refund of $760,000 paid as advanced school fees by a former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Adoza Bello for his kids at the American International School, Abuja. The…
ALGON Leadership Tussle: Kolade Alabi’s Leadership Affirmed As Court Dismisses Plantiffs’ Suit
Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has dismissed a case seeking a declaration that Kolade David Alabi is not qualified to be the national president of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON). In the Suit…
10 Compelling Reasons to Embrace Insurance for a Secure Future
Introduction:Insurance is often seen as an unnecessary expense, but the reality is that it provides a safety net for unexpected events that can have a significant impact on your finances and well-being. From protecting your assets to providing peace of…
Bandits Attacks: 23 Villagers Killed In Kaduna, Abduct others, Kill Student And 2 Others In Plateau
Suspected bandits have attacked Anguwar Danko village under the Kakangi constituency of Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna and killed 23 persons, just as gunmen on Thursday night, reportedly killed three persons, including a Bokkos University student, in a…
