November 20, 2024
Ortom sues Gov Alia’s aide for defamation, demands N1bn damages
Former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom has demanded that the Special Adviser to Benue State Governor on Research and Documentation, Mkor Aondona, retract the allegations of financial irregularities he recently levelled against him or be prepared to prove the claims before a court of competent jurisdiction. A demand notice issued by Ortom’s counsel, Barr. S. […]
FCT: Wike approves N1.1bn for structures affected by construction of Highway
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike has said that the FCT Administration will pay a compensation package of N1.1 billion for the structures affected by the ongoing construction of the FCT Highway 105, from the Airport Expressway to Kuje township. The FCT Minister disclosed this in Abuja on Tuesday when he addressed journalists […]
Osun Govt accuses police of attempt to murder transport management chairman Alowonle
The Osun State Government has raised alarm over the alleged shooting to near death in police custody of the Chairman of Osun Transport Management System, Iyanda Alowonle, over a domestic matter. This is as the state government also sought the arrest, transfer and prosecution of Moses Lohor, the Head of the Anti-Kidnapping Squad of the […]
North vs South: Showdown looms over Tinubu’s tax bills as lawmakers return from recess
After a two-week break, National Assembly members are set to resume duties in Abuja, and the tax bills by President Bola Tinubu appear to be their priority. The four tax reform bills are before the National Assembly. However, the discourse over them appears to be divided between the North and the South. The four bills, […]
