The All Progressives Congress (APC) has appointed Governor Simon Lalong, as the Director General of its presidential campaign council. The National Chairman of the party, Senator Abdullahi Adamu, announced this on Thursday while speaking with journalists after a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari. The APC Presidential flag bearer, Bola Tinubu and his running mate, were…
Kenyan President, William Ruto, withdraws bill on tax increase after violent protests Kenyan President, William Ruto says he will withdraw a finance bill containing controversial tax hikes after deadly protests which saw parliament set ablaze on Tuesday. In an address to the nation, he said it was clear that Kenyans “want nothing” to do with…
By Joseph Kwewum A few years ago, Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, abandoned plans to enter Nigeria’s steel sector, citing concerns over allegations of monopolistic practices that have trailed his dominance in cement, sugar and other key industries. His withdrawal once again spotlighted the troubled state of Nigeria’s steel ambition. In September 2022, the Federal…
The catholic priest, Rev. Fr. who was abducted by gunmen in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State Monday by terrorists have been released by his captors. He was abducted at his residence at the parish rectory at St. Charles Catholic Church, Zambina, Kauru LGA. However, in a statement on Tuesday, the Chancellor of the…
The Senate has passed a bill that prohibits employers in the country from discriminating between first degree and Higher National Diploma (HND) holders. The passage of the bill on Tuesday, was followed the consideration of a report by the Joint Committee on Establishment and Public Service Matters; and Tertiary Institutions and TETFUND. The Chairman of…
Mikel Obi, former Super Eagles captain, on Sunday, visited Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi states at the Government House, Lokoja. The governor disclosed this on Facebook page on Sunday. “Earlier today, I received in audience my dear brother and friend, Mikel John Obi, Ex super Eagles International player, UEFA Champions League winner, English Premier League…
