The House of Representatives at the resumption of plenary on Tuesday after a five week recess, ordered the Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to suspend implementation of the new electricity tariff. This followed a matter of urgent public importance moved by Rep. Nkemkanma Kama. The lower chamber resolved to set up an ad hoc committee […]
NASS resumes plenary in renovated chambers after 40 days recess
The National Assembly on Tuesday, resumed plenary in renovated chambers of the Senate and House of Representatives, after returning from a 40 day recess, which they embarked upon on March 20. The legislature had embarked on the renovation of the Upper and Lower chambers in April 2022, as part of effort to meet international standard. […]
Prince Harry, Meghan, set to visit Nigeria
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan are set to visit Nigeria. This is contained in a statement by the Director, Defence Information, Brig.-General Tukur Gusau on Sunday in Abuja. Gusau said Harry and his wife had accepted to visit Nigeria in May. He said the duo would be meeting with service members during their stay […]
Customs reaffirms commitment to gender equality
The Nigeria Customs Service has reiterated its dedication to promoting gender equality in decision-making processes. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Wale Adeniyi in a statement in Abuja, said the move was part of efforts to tackle gender discrimination and gender-based violence. The Customs boss made this known at a capacity-building workshop on gender inclusivity, co-organised by […]
Security: The Military is open to professional advice-CDS
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa has reassured that the Military would continue to seek advice from veterans for the advancement of the Armed Forces. The CDS made this known in a statement by Brig.- Gen. Tukur Gusau, Acting Director of Defence Information in Abuja. According to the statement, Musa made this […]
Tinubu to depart for Netherlands
Tinubu to depart for NetherlandsPresident Bola Tinubu is expected to depart Abuja for the Kingdom of the Netherlands on an official visit on Tuesday, April 23 This is contained in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale. He said the visit, which was on the invitation of […]
FCCPC seals off Chinese supermarket over discrimination against Nigerians
The Federal Competition and Consumer and Protection Commission (FCCPC), on Monday, sealed off a Chinese supermarket in Abuja over allegations of discrimination against Nigerians. Officials of the commission, had stormed the supermarket, located at the China General Chamber of Commerce, to ascertain the authenticity of the allegation, which went viral on social media on Sunday, […]
Customs Staff College graduates 50 officers of Junior Course 18
The Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College, Gwagwalada, has graduated 50 officers from Junior Course 18. The Comptroller-General of Customs Wale Adeniyi, commended the directing staff and instructors for their exceptional input throughout the training session. Adeniyi, who was represented by Deputy Comptroller-General in charge of Human Resources and Development, Greg Itotoh, also commended the […]
Shettima optimistic on sustained Naira appreciation
Vice President Kashim Shettima says he is optimistic that the Naira would continue to appreciate against the Dollar. This is contained in a statement by the vice president’s Spokesperson, Mr Stanley Nkwocha, on Saturday. Nkwocha said the vice president made this known at a meeting with officials of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry […]
Army releases Monarch detained over Okuama killing
The Nigerian Army has released King of Ewu Kingdom, Clement Ikolo, who was detained over the murder of 17 soldiers in Okuama, Delta on March 14. He was released to Sen. Ede Dafinone(Delta Central), by the Director of Army Public Relations, Onyema Nwachukwu. Mr Nwachukwu while addressing newsmen after the release, said the monarch was […]