Author: Abimbola Ogunnaike

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has vowed to take tough measures against airlines that delay passengers’ luggage, saying it will impose fines of $170 and N10,000 on foreign and local airlines, respectively for delayed passengers’ luggage as a first measure to guide against such an act. In October in Abuja, the NCAA stated that passengers could claim up to $1,000 for missing luggage on domestic flights as well as $1,288 Special Drawing Rights for international flights. Speaking on Monday, 18 November, 2024 during a roadshow organised by NCAA at the Lagos airport to sensitise passengers who will be travelling…

The Senate, on Tuesday, dedicated its plenary session to honour the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, who represented Anambra South in the National Assembly. The casket bearing the remains of the senator lay in state at the foyer of the White House wing, directly in front of the Senate Chamber. The day’s order paper featured only one item: “Valedictory Session.” In a show of respect, Senate President Godswill Akpabio donned traditional Isi-Enyi attire, paired with a matching red cap and dark sunglasses. Similarly, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele wore Isi-Agwu attire. Ubah’s seat in the chamber was adorned with flowers and draped…

Paraguayan President Santiago Peña was hospitalised on Monday, 18 November, 2024 after falling ill while attending the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. “We inform you that the President of the Republic, Santiago Peña, was treated today at the Samaritano Hospital (Botafogo) in Rio de Janeiro due to an indisposition,” Paraguayan authorities said in a statement on the evening of Monday, 18 November, 2024 Peña, 46, was taken to the Samaritano Hospital in the Botafogo neighbourhood for treatment after experiencing what officials described as a “malaise” in the afternoon, according to AFP. In a medical bulletin, the hospital stated…

Arsenal’s €90 million offer to Spanish giants Barclona for Brazilian winger Raphinha, has been rejected by the Catalan club, maintaining that they would only consider a transfer for a nine-figure sum. The 27-year-old, who has been in exceptional form this season, is seen as an irreplaceable asset by the Catalan giants. Raphinha has had an outstanding campaign, contributing 12 goals and 10 assists in just 17 appearances. His performances have cemented his status as a key player under manager Hansi Flick, who has even entrusted him with the captaincy. Arsenal, who previously attempted to sign Raphinha from Leeds United in 2022 before his…

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree permitting his country to use nuclear weapons against non-nuclear states if they receive support from nuclear powers. The announcement, made on Tuesday,19 November, 2024 coincided with the 1,000th day of Russia’s military offensive in Ukraine. It follows the recent decision by the United States to allow Kyiv to deploy long-range missiles targeting military sites within Russia. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov clarified that the new policy treats aggression from a non-nuclear state supported by a nuclear power as a joint attack. “Aggression by a non-nuclear state with the participation of a nuclear state…

The Yola Electricity Distribution Company has announced the commencement of the deployment of 1,880 prepaid meters to Band A customers under the Meter Asset Funds Scheme. The initiative targets Band A customers who ceased receiving electricity subsidies in April and aims to ensure accurate billing and improved customer satisfaction. “Yola Electricity Distribution Company is pleased to announce the commencement of providing meters under the Meter Acquisition Funds programme. This initiative, targeting unmetered Band A customers within YEDC’s franchise area, is part of our ongoing efforts to provide accurate billing and improve customer satisfaction,” read a statement signed by the company’s…

Acting Chairman of the Senate Committee on Sports, Senator Ned Nwoko, has rewarded the semi-finalists at the just concluded 10th Senate President’s U-18 boys football competition with N10 million. In the final played on Sunday, 17 November, 2024 at the Old Parade Ground Sports Complex, Area 10, Abuja, Greatness Sporting Club of Ebonyi State edged Qatar Academy of Borno State 7-6 on penalties after a goalless draw in regulation time to emerge champions. Meanwhile, Kebbi Selected came third after defeating Tanko Baba Academy of Nasarawa State 5-4 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in regulation time. Speaking in his capacity…

The National Judicial Council (NJC) has constituted a committee to investigate multiple allegations of misconduct against Osun State Chief Judge, Hon. Justice Adepele Ojo. The allegations against Justice Ojo claimed that he had repeatedly failed to adhere to legal and ethical standards expected of her position. She was also accused of corruption, disobedience to court orders, abuse of office, and neglecting the core principles of justice. These actions are believed to have severely undermined the credibility of the judiciary in the state. A petition submitted to the NJC by the Concerned Citizens of Nigeria, Osun State chapter, further outlined the…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved the immediate payment of N70,000 new national minimum wage for staff of the Administration. Wike stated this through a statement issued on Monday, 18 November, 2024 by the Ag. Head of Civil Service of the FCT, Grace Adayilo. According to the statement, the approval was in a bid to ameliorate the plight of workers under the employ of the FCTA. The head of the service disclosed that the minister also granted approval for payment of 3]three months arrears for all staff of the administration with effect from November…

Gunmen invaded Garbatau, a village in Bali local government area of Taraba State, killed a farmer and abducted six others The deceased, identified as Alhaji Mai Wanda Maibultu, was reportedly attacked and killed on his farm by the bandits. A source said that Maibultu, a prominent large-scale farmer, resided in a village a few kilometres from Garba Chede town, while the six abducted farmers were seized along Garbatau village, a farming settlement situated between two mountains. The source further explained that a resident of Maihula town, Adamu Dauda, disclosed that the kidnappers had contacted the families of the victims, demanding…

The Anambra State Police Command has vowed to bring to book the criminals that killed four vigilante operatives and left two others seriously injured in the state. In a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Tochukwu Ikenga, the Commissioner of Police, Nnaghe Itam, made the vow on Monday, 18 November, 2024. According to Ikenga, the armed men operating in unregistered Lexus 330 SUV and Honda FJ Cruiser SUV at Ekeagu Abatete, murdered three members of the vigilantes and injured another unsuspecting member of the public. The police image maker said also at Ukpo junction, Dunkunofia Local Government Area, while…

The Nigerian Senate has expressed disappointment and sternly warned Ministries, Agencies and Departments of sanction against the backdrop of the Auditor-General’s report that revealed a massive financial misappropriation to the tune of N105.6 billion. The warning was conveyed by the Chairman of Senate Committee on Legislative Compliance, Senator Garba Maidoki at a workshop on legislative oversight organised by the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, NILDS, in partnership with the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, KAS on Monday, 18 Noveber, 2024 in Abuja. Maidoki insisted that the upper legislative chamber cannot condone a humongous misappropriation at a time so critical for…

Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has expressed displeasure over the current situation in Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camps in the state, where some individuals have taken multiple wives despite being unable to adequately provide for their families. In a viral video shared on social media, particularly on TikTok by Kawu Garba, Zulum criticized politicians at both the state and national levels for hesitating to address the issue due to fears of losing votes during elections. “The question is, which Islamic teacher has spoken out against this? Which member has kicked against this situation?” the Governor asked. “All they (politicians) say…

Famous Nigerian music executive, Don Jazzy, has lamented his that it hurts him that he doesn’t has a parner. Don Jazzy expressed his desire to participate in a trend ‘suspect challenge’ on his Instagram page on Monday, 18 November, 2024 The ‘suspect challenge’ is a new online trend in which couples take turns to playfully tease themselves. The 41-year-old Mavins record label boss stated that he would like to join the trend but has no partner. “Suspect wants to do a suspect challenge but no suspect partner.” Accompanying the post Don Jazzy wrote “it hurts”. This is not the first…

The Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service(FIRS), Zacch Adedeji, has said the current tax law benefits only three states, which receive more than 70 percent of the Value Added Tax, VAT\, leaving others with a margin percentage. Adedeji made this disclosure on Monday, 18 November, 2024 during the public hearing on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s tax reform bills held at the House of Representatives in Abuja The FIRS boss was speaking on the back of the controversy surrounding the tax reform bills passed to the National Assembly in early October 2024. Thegazellenews.com reports that the Northern Governors and National Economic…

The former governorship candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) in Ogun State, Ladi Adebutu has been released from the custody of the Department of State Services, DSS. Adebutu’s media aide, Afolabi Orekoya, confirmed the release to Channels Television on the morning of Tuesday, 19 November, 2024. Adebutu’s arrest was initially confirmed by Kayode Adebayo, the PDP Publicity Secretary in Ogun State, on Monday, 18 November, 2024. Adebayo stated that Adebutu was invited for questioning concerning alleged disturbances during the local government elections held on November 16, 2024, in which the All Progressives Congress, APC, won all seats. Adebutu, who was…

Oyo State Government has assured residents of the state that the 2025 Budget, when passed into law and approved, will cater to the improvement of their welfare and ensure the economic stability of the state. The state Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Professor Musibau Babatunde, gave this assurance on Tuesday while giving a breakdown and analysis of the proposed 2025 budget of N678,086,767,332.18 tagged “Budget of Economic Stabilisation,” at a media parley held at the Conference Room of the Ministry of Finance. Babatunde said that the highlights of the budget are testament to the fiscal transparency and accountability of…

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum has received two awards for his exemplary leadership in providing security and public service to the people of Borno State. The award, tagged “Nigeria’s Pride Award,” was jointly organised by Beauty of Nigeria TV, Africa Leadership Scorecard, and the Nationwide Reporters. Zulum, who doubled as the special guest of honour at the Award Ceremony, was represented by his Special Adviser on Media, Alhaji Dauda Iliya. Iliya, accompanied to the Award Ceremony, Best Governor on Security and Most People Oriented Governor presented by the former Presidential aspirant in the 2011 general election, Dr Sarah Jibril.,…

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum has said last weekend’s attack on Kareto will not deter the government from carrying out its constitutional duty of providing the dividends of democracy to the people of the state in collaboration with federal agencies. Zulum, while condemning in strong terms the atrocious attack and reaffirmed the loyalty, commitment and support of the people and Government of Borno State to the military who were targeted by the Boko Haram insurgents in the attack, commiserated with the armed forces and the families of the victims. He said: “On behalf of the government and good people…

Wife of the Oyo State Governor, Engr Mrs Tamunomini Makinde, has charged women in the state to keep breaking barriers, building bridges, and creating a world where women are empowered in every sense of the word. She stated this on Monday, 18 November, 2024, at an event held to commemorate the 2024 International Women’s Day, held at Daylan Events Centre, Sango-Eleyele Road, Ibadan. Delivering her address on the theme: “Invest in Women; Accelerate Progress,” Mrs Makinde noted that women must be committed to a future where women’s rights, equality, and leadership are fully prioritised in every sphere of life. She…