A new exit benefit plan that will give departing federal government officials a gratuity equal to 100% of their total yearly salary has been authorized by the Federal Executive Council (FEC). The federation’s head of civil service office in Abuja released a statement on Thursday. It announced the decision. The decision will go into effect…
Abba Kyari, a suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, was exonerated by a Federal High Court in Abuja from a 23-count allegation of allegedly failing to declare assets that the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) had brought against him. Justice James Omotosho ruled on Thursday that Kyari was not connected to the properties mentioned in…
In his ruling, Justice James Omotosho concluded that the anti-drug organization had not produced enough proof to support the accusations made against Kyari and his two brothers, who were also charged with making fake affidavits to hide the provenance of specific properties. According to the judge, the prosecution failed to present reliable evidence connecting Kyari…
A significant judicial chapter has come to an end when a Federal High Court cleared suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Abba Kyari of all charges. The prosecution was unable to provide enough proof to support the accusations made against the former leader of the Intelligence Response Team, the court decided. Following investigations connected to…
On March 27, Nigeria will introduce the much-awaited National Single Window (NSW) platform, which Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila called a “monumental” step in changing the nation’s trade ecology. During a stakeholders’ meeting at the State House in Abuja, which was attended by ministers, agency heads, and important government officials, Gbajabiamila made…
In an attempt to improve the nation’s security framework, Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, established a seven-person committee on state police on Wednesday. The incident happened at the Peacekeeping Conference Center, Force Headquarters, in Abuja, during his first meeting with senior police officers. Disu called the assignment “both significant and timely,” pointing out…
A six-year ban on the creation of new postsecondary institutions was imposed by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday. Additionally, it reinstated the National Commission for Mass Literacy, Adult and Non-Formal Education as an independent organization and recognized medical fellowships as being on par with PhD degrees. These are a part of the Council-approved…
The Digest: After claiming that President Bola Tinubu is the most powerful president in the world—even more powerful than US President Donald Trump—a prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) provoked outrage. The PDP mainstay claimed on Headline Hub News that Nigeria’s president has more constitutional authority than other international leaders. The most powerful…
Drama recently erupted in Abuja as Kaduna North congressman Mohammed Bello El-Rufai attacked the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offenses Commission (ICPC) over its recent raid on the home of his father, former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai. See what transpired. As part of its ongoing investigation into alleged malfeasance, the ICPC said that it…
Alhaji Abubakar Bawa, who recently resigned from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has been confirmed as the new State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The governor was present at a party congress on Tuesday in Jalingo, the state capital, where the new Exco was chosen. Additionally, the party elected Hon. The State Publicity…
According to Genius Media Nigeria, Tunji Alausa, the minister of education, is expected to step down and run for Lagos state governor under the All Progressive Congress. Confusion has increased as a result of the uncertainty surrounding Lagos State’s next governor. Babajide Sanwoolu, the governor, is nearing the end of his second tenure. Another person…
Popular Nigerian social media streamer, Carter Efe, has publicly apologised to music star Wizkid and his loyal fan base. The apology followed days of online tension after comments he made about the singer sparked outrage among fans. Carter Efe Kneels to Beg Wizkid. In a viral video circulating online, Carter Efe went on his knees….
Egbetokun’s tenure as IGP was marked by many controversies. His prolonged stay in office, despite clear retirement rules, became a central point of criticism. Despite his forced retirement, former Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has remained at the police IG house. He is reportedly plotting to be allowed to contest as the senatorial candidate…
Legendary Dutch captain Ruud Gullit has launched a scathing attack on the state of modern football. He said that he has decided to stop watching the game he once played so well. The 1987 Ballon d’Or winner talked about his feelings on Ziggo Sport’s Rondo show. He used Arsenal’s 2-1 Premier League win over Chelsea…
