Edo guber poll: PDP’s Asue Ighodalo unveils manifesto, “Pathway to Prosperity for All

The manifesto, presented to journalists in Benin, outlines their plans to improve various sectors in Edo State. Key areas of focus in the manifesto include: SecurityWomen and Youth DevelopmentEducationAgriculture and Food SecurityRural and Community DevelopmentCare for the ElderlyRespect for Traditional and Religious InstitutionsIndustrializationCare for Children and the VulnerableHarnessing the Diaspora for DevelopmentThe manifesto emphasizes creating…

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Fathimath Shamnaz Ali Saleem, State Minister for Environment, Climate Change, and Energy in Maldives

She has been remanded in custody for a week pending investigations, though specific details regarding her arrest have not been disclosed by the police. Local media outlet, the Sun, reported that Shamnaz was arrested for allegedly performing black magic on President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, but this claim has neither been confirmed nor denied by the…

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Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has uncovered another 165 illegal refineries in Niger Delta

According to a documentary recorded between June 15 and 21, about 400 incidents of oil theft and vandalism were reported by both government and private security agencies. Key findings include: Illegal Connections: 69 illegal connections were discovered and disconnected in Bayelsa and Rivers States.Oil Spills: Eight cases of oil spills due to vandalism or illegal…

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Dangote Headquarters Gutted By Fire

The incident was swiftly managed, with firefighters and first responders quickly extinguishing the flames. Viral videos captured the thick smoke billowing from the facility. In response, Anthony Chiejina, a spokesman for the Dangote Group, reassured the public that refinery operations were not affected and there were no injuries or harm reported among the staff. The…

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Nigeria recorded $24 billion in foreign Central Bank of Nigeria CBN

Cardoso emphasized that the CBN’s monetary policy tools have significantly reduced naira volatility, stabilizing the forex market. He noted that inflationary pressures are starting to decrease, with the current inflation rate at 33.69 percent. Cardoso mentioned a positive deceleration in month-on-month inflation rates and assured that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) remains vigilant in monitoring…

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Breaking: Federal Government, of Nigeria has anounced, ban on single-use plastics inministrie, other government establishments

This decision aligns with the National Policy on Plastic Waste Management adopted in 2020, which aims to ban certain categories of plastics by January 2025, including plastic spoons, straws, PET bottles, and water sachets. Minister of State for Environment, Iziaq Salako, shared this update during a briefing at the Presidential Villa after a Federal Executive…

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Fidelity Bank has reaffirmed its strong commitment to supporting digital innovation in Africa

Fidelity Bank has reinforced its commitment to advancing digital innovation across Africa, as highlighted during a significant event held at the Landmark Event Center in Victoria Island, Lagos. Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc, articulated the bank’s strategic initiatives aimed at driving digital-based retail banking. Central to their strategy…

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Biden to Pardon US Military Personnel Convicted of Homosexuality

US President Joe Biden announced Wednesday that he is “righting an historic wrong” by pardoning military personnel convicted under a law that banned homosexuality in the armed forces for decades. “Despite their courage and great sacrifice, thousands of LGBTQI+ service members were forced out of the military because of their sexual orientation or gender identity….

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