FG To Launch New National ID With Payment, Social Capabilities
The Federal Government, through the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), will launch an upgraded national identity card with payment functionality for all types of social and financial services. The innovative card made in collaboration with the Central Bank of Nigeria…
JUST-IN: Tinubu Arrives Lagos Ahead Eid-El-Fitr Celebrations
President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday evening, arrived Lagos State for the Eid- El-Fitr celebrations. The President was received at the Presidential Wing of Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) on arrival by the Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in company top…
Transfer: Napoli reject Chelsea’s offer for Osimhen
Napoli have reportedly rejected an offer from Chelsea for Victor Osimhen. The offer include a player, in the person of Romelu Lukaku, plus cash. II Matino via Napoli Magazine, reports that the Blues tried to persuade Napoli to part ways…
FG declares Tuesday, Wednesday public holidays
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday. April 9, and Wednesday, April 10, 2024, as public holidays to mark the Eid-el-Fitr celebration. According to a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Interior, Aishetu Ndayako, on Sunday, April 7,…
Fresh Tragedy Hits Nigerian Army As Terrorists Kill Lt Colonel, Six Soldiers In Ambush
A Lieutenant Colonel in the Nigerian Army and six soldiers have lost their lives in an ambush by the Boko Haram terrorists along Biu-Buni Yadi road, Borno State. The soldiers died exactly a week after the military personnel who were…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…