April 2024
Jigawa gov suspends commissioner over alleged misuse of ramadan feeding funds
Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has promptly suspended Commissioner for Commerce, Aminu Kanta, amid allegations of misusing funds earmarked for Ramadan feeding. The suspension, effective immediately, stems from accusations of financial misconduct related to the Ramadan Iftar feeding program in Babura Local Government Area. Secretary to the State Government, Bala Ibrahim, conveyed this decision in […]
Federal Government to Unveil Enhanced National Identity Card with Payment, Social Service Features
The National Identity Management Commission, representing the Federal Government, is poised to introduce an upgraded National Identity card with advanced payment functionalities and social service features. Developed in collaboration with the Central Bank of Nigeria and the Nigeria Inter-bank Settlement System, this new card will operate on the AfriGO national domestic card scheme. Kayode Adegoke, […]
Just In: Tinubu appoints management team for education loan fund
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of three qualified Nigerians to serve on the management team of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). This is stated in a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, special adviser to the President on media and publicity, on Friday in Abuja. Mr Ngelale said that this was in line with […]
BREAKING: EFCC To Arraign CBN Ex-Governor Emefiele In Lagos Monday
The Economic and Finnacial Crimes Commission, EFCC, will arraign embattled former Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Godwin Emefiele at the Ikeja State High Court in Lagos for alleged abuse of office over allocation of billions of United States dollars. Emefiele, alongside his co-defendant, one Henry Isioma Omole, will be arraigned on 26-count before Justice Rahman […]
Akeredolu’s Widow, Betty Remarries Younger Brother In Line With Igbo Tradition
In line with the traditional Igbo culture and tradition, the family of Mrs. Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, widow of the former Governor of Ondo State, Gov. Rotimi Akeredolu, has performed Mgbafu Mkpe on her, and she was repossessed by the younger brother of the former governor, Prof. Wole Akeredolu. Mgbafu Mkpe is a traditional Igbo ceremony performed […]
CCT suspends Kano anti-corruption agency boss
The Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) suspended the Chairman, Kano State Anti-corruption and Public Complaints Commission Muhuyi Magaji, on Thursday. Mr Magaji’s suspension from office was contained in a statement sent to PREMIUM TIMES by the spokesperson for the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), Veronica Kato. The CCB is prosecuting Mr Magaji at the CCT […]
University of Offa Holds Second Matriculation Ceremony
• It’s a rare opportunity to have university education – Founder In a momentous event marked by grandeur and scholarly aspirations, The University of Offa, Kwara State, celebrated its Second Matriculation Ceremony, Thursday, April 4, 2024. The ceremony, held on the university premises, welcomed a new cohort of students into the academic fraternity amidst heartfelt […]
Family, community grieve over missing Delta varsity student
The community of Iru Egbede in the Orhionmwon Local Government Area of Edo State is reeling from the disappearance of Faith Omodon, a 19-year-old 200-level student of Delta State University, studying Business Administration. Faith was last seen on March 30 when she left home to accompany her father to the farm. Edward Omodon, Faith’s father, […]
Gov Election: Group plans digital training for Edo voters
As the Edo State gubernatorial election approaches, Muyicx’s Human Capacity Development Academy Limited will kick off a Digital Campaign Education initiative on April 11, providing free training for selected party officials and voters. Ugiagbe Osamuyime, CEO of MHCD Academy, emphasized the need for this training to address low voter turnout and educate political parties on […]
UK increases minimum wage of immigrants by 48 per cent
The United Kingdom government has raised the general salary threshold for Skilled Worker visa holders from £26,200 to £38,700, aiming to reduce migration and prioritize British workers. According to Home Secretary James Cleverly, the minimum wage has surged by 48%, intending to curb migration and prioritize British workers. The changes, now effective, are aimed at […]