The Central Bank of Nigeria has imposed a daily withdrawal limit of N100,000 on Nigerians using the point-of-sale service to withdraw cash. The bank also restricted PoS to cash-out of N1.2 million daily. The latest CBN directive, a repeat of its draconian 2022 policy during a nationwide cash scarcity, is worsening the plight of millions of Nigerians who need cash daily to buy food and everyday necessities. Across Nigeria, banks’ ATMs are often empty, subjecting millions of Nigerians to pay a higher charge to obtain a small amount of cash…
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Goddy Esom Obodo’s Mother Goes Home Dec. 20
The former House of Assembly Member for Ohaji/ Egbema in the Imo State and l one time Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Hon. Goddy Esom Obodo , regrets to announce the death of his mother,Mrs Nwanyiego Loveth Chukwuma Obodo, (Omenanwayo). The ex-Imo lawmaker noted in a release that his mother’s body will be committed to mother earth on Friday, December 20 , at her husband’s compound in Obogwu Amafor ,Ohaji/ Egbema LGA in Imo State. The release also notes that here will be an interdenominational burial service at her Family…
Read MoreAffiong Umoh Asuquo For Burial ,Dec 21 In Akwa Ibom
The remains of Mrs. Affiong Umoh Asuquo, (aka, Eka Akam) will be committed to mother earth on Saturday, December 21 at her family compound, Ifiayong Obot Uruan LGA in Akwa Ibom State. A release from the family informs that, the funeral service will be conducted by the Apostolic Church Nigeria Ifiayong Obot District Ifiayong Obot Uruan.
Read MoreBurkina Faso, Mali, Niger Offer Visa-Free Travel to ECOWAS Citizens
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have made a surprise move by announcing visa-free travel and residency rights for citizens of the 15-member ECOWAS bloc, despite their impending withdrawal from the regional organization. This decision is seen as a gesture of “friendship” and an effort to “strengthen centuries-old ties between the people of Africa”. The three countries had announced their withdrawal from ECOWAS in January, citing the bloc’s “inhumane and irresponsible” coup sanctions and its failure to address their internal security challenges. ECOWAS has been pushing for a return to democratic…
Read MorePSC approves promotion of 11 AIGs, 16 commissioners of police
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of 27 senior police officers, including 11 Commissioners of Police elevated to Assistant Inspectors General (AIGs) and 16 Deputy Commissioners of Police promoted to substantive Commissioners of Police. The 11 Commissioners of Police promoted to the rank of AIGs are: Umar Shehu Nadada – Commissioner of Police, Nasarawa State Mustapha Mohammed Bala – Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Abayomi Peter Oladipo – Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Taiwo Olatunde Adeleke – Commissioner of Police, SWAT, FCID, Abuja Ibrahim Abdullahi – Commissioner…
Read MoreAbia State’s 2025 Budget: Sustaining Momentum, Driving Progress
Ebere Uzoukwa. Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR has once again demonstrated his commitment to advancing Abia’s development with the presentation of the 2025 Budget to the Abia State House of Assembly. The proposed budget, titled “Budget of Sustained Momentum,” amounts to ₦750,282,200,000, representing a 30% increase from the 2024 budget. This significant increase reflects the administration’s ambitious goals, despite the economic challenges posed by inflation and exchange rate volatility. The budget allocates ₦611.7 billion (82% of the total budget) to capital projects, aiming to drive long-term socioeconomic transformation in the…
Read MoreSamdaddy’s Media Aide-Ikenna Buries Mother Dec.19.
The Media Aide to Senator Samuel Anyanwu( Samdaddy), Ikenna Onuoha will bid final good bye to his late dear mother, Lolo Regina Uwaozuruleonye Onuoha whose passed on , June 23. A release from the family informed that her remains will leave Divine Mortuary Umundugba, Thursday December 19 to her husband’s compound in Umuezealaji Ezisu Ndugba Autonomous Community in Isu LGA, Imo State. The release also informed that on Wednesday, December, 18, there will a Christian wake keep at her family compound before her interrement the next day.
Read MoreDo You Think If You Join Tinubu’s Party, Tinubu Will Encourage You To Do Illègality? – Ugochinyere
A federal legislator has emerged as a vocal advocate for ethical political conduct, challenging recent legislative maneuvers while invoking the principles of party unity and democratic integrity. Imo Ikenga Ugochinyere, speaking on an interview on Symfoni TV from 8:01, offered a nuanced critique of recent political developments, directly appealing to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s historical commitment to party principles. “Do you think that if you (27 Lawmakers) join Mr. President’s (Tinubu) party, the president will encourage you to be doing illegality?” Ugochinyere challenged, rhetorically highlighting the expectation of principled conduct. The lawmaker…
Read MoreDo You Think If You Join Tinubu’s Party, Tinubu Will Encourage You To Do Illègality? – Ugochinyere
A federal legislator has emerged as a vocal advocate for ethical political conduct, challenging recent legislative maneuvers while invoking the principles of party unity and democratic integrity. Imo Ikenga Ugochinyere, speaking on an interview on Symfoni TV from 8:01, offered a nuanced critique of recent political developments, directly appealing to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s historical commitment to party principles. “Do you think that if you (27 Lawmakers) join Mr. President’s (Tinubu) party, the president will encourage you to be doing illegality?” Ugochinyere challenged, rhetorically highlighting the expectation of principled conduct. The lawmaker drew attention…
Read MorePresident Tinubu Appoints Nwakuche Ndidi As New Controller-General For Correctional Service
President Bola Tinubu has named Nwakuche Ndidi as the Acting Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service. The appointment of the Controller-General for the service follows the expiration of the tenure of the current CG, Haliru Nababa. Nababa was appointed by former President Muhammadu Buhari on February 18, 2021. Confirming the development, the Secretary of the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Board, Ja’afaru Ahmed, said Ndidi’s appointment takes effect from December 15, 2024. Ahmed stated, “The President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has graciously approved…
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