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Enugu gov visits Tinubu, pledges to implement N521bn budget

President Bola Tinubu, on Saturday, received in audience the Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mbah, who paid him a Christmas homage at his Ikoyi residence in Lagos. Governor Mbah, who addressed journalists after the closed-door talks late Saturday assured citizens of his state that his administration would pursue and deliver on its N300bn target for Read More source https://punchng.com/enugu-gov-visits-tinubu-pledges-to-implement-n521bn-budget/

Gunmen kill six party guests in Mexico

Gunmen killed six people at a party in Northwestern Mexico on Friday, including an alleged criminal believed to have been targeted in the attack, authorities said. “Initial investigations indicate that it was a direct attack against the leader of a criminal group who had arrest warrants for attempted femicide, homicide, illegal deprivation of liberty and Read More source https://punchng.com/gunmen-kill-six-party-guests-in-mexico/

Investors acquire N14bn worth of Geregu shares

In three cross-deals involving Amperion Power Distribution Company Limited, the majority shareholder of Geregu Power Plc, 40 million units of the power company’s shares valued at about N14.57bn were traded in three trading sessions this December. According to notices on insider trading filed with the Nigerian Exchange Limited on Thursday, it was revealed that the Read More source https://punchng.com/investors-acquire-n14bn-worth-of-geregu-shares/

Senate leader, Bamidele, mourns Akeredolu, Na’Abba

Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, on Wednesday, mourned the passing of Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, and the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ghali Umar Na’Abba, who died at 67 and 65 respectively. Bamidele lamented that Nigeria lost two patriotic sons to the cold hands of death at the time the country Read More source https://punchng.com/senate-leader-bamidele-mourns-akeredolu-naabba/

Yuletide: First Bank issues scam alert to customers

One of the largest private-sector financial services providers in Africa, First Bank of Nigeria, has warned their numerous customers against scam. The commercial bank issued the warning on its X, formerly Twitter handle on Wednesday, adding that being scam conscious cannot be over emphasized. It urged the general public to be alert and conscious noting Read More source https://punchng.com/yuletide-first-bank-issues-scam-alert-to-customers/

LIVE UPDATE: Portable vs Okocha celebrity boxing fight

Nigerian street-pop artist Habeeb Badmus, aka Portable, and Nollywood actor Charles Okocha, are set to clash in the ring tonight at the Landmark Beach in Victoria Island, Lagos State. The pair look to resolve their alleged contractual issues with their fists after they have been engaged in an online feud over an alleged N40m rip-off. Read More source https://punchng.com/live-update-portable-vs-okocha-celebrity-boxing-fight/

Hojlund ends goal drought as United fight back to beat Villa

Rasmus Hojlund capped Manchester United’s thrilling fightback from two goals down as the Denmark striker netted for the first time in the Premier League to seal a dramatic 3-2 win against Aston Villa on Tuesday. Erik ten Hag’s side were in danger of another damaging defeat when goals from John McGinn and Leander Dendoncker put Read More source https://punchng.com/hojlund-ends-goal-drought-as-united-fight-back-to-beat-villa/

Christmas: Transcorp, Dangote, UBA top best performing stock

On Christmas day, investors in the Nigerian Stock Exchange have navigated an economic landscape rife with challenges and opportunities to gain on the stocks they acquired. These top ten best-performing stocks, characterized by stability and excluding the usual volatility associated with penny stocks, have acted as guiding stars, leading investors to lucrative havens. Presented by Read More source https://punchng.com/christmas-transcorp-dangote-uba-top-best-performing-stock/

Many will celebrate Christmas on empty stomach, says LP

The leadership of Labour Party said it was certain the majority of Nigerians would celebrate the festive season on an empty stomach. This was disclosed on Sunday, in a Christmas message issued in Abuja by the party’s National Chairman, Julius Abure, as the world prepares to mark Christmas on Monday, Abure also mocked the Federal Read More source https://punchng.com/many-will-celebrate-christmas-on-empty-stomach-says-lp/

I’ll assess Tinubu’s administration after one year, says Soyinka

Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, on Sunday said he would reserve all his observations about President Bola Tinubu’s administration until one year into his tenure in May 2024. Soyinka described this as a personal policy of his, saying this one-year delay gives the President enough time to “make up” for lost grounds. He said this Read More source https://punchng.com/wole-soyinka-visits-tinubu-with-seven-point-agenda-reserves-presidents-assessment/

Lagos releases impounded trucks

The Lagos State Government has released trucks impounded by the Traffic Management Authority during a special operation on Friday to their owners. The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, made this known in a statement in Lagos on Saturday. Osiyemi said that the trucks were seized for impeding traffic flow on the Cele-Apapa/Tincan axis. He Read More source https://punchng.com/lagos-releases-impounded-trucks/

Soun promises to collaborate with other Oyo monarchs

The Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Ghandi Olaoye, on Friday, promised to collaborate with other traditional rulers in the state, especially the Olubadan, himself and the Alaafin of Oyo to advance the cause of the state in all ramifications. The PUNCH reports that Oba Olaoye was, on Tuesday, presented with Instrument of Office and Staff of Read More source https://punchng.com/soun-promises-to-collaborate-with-other-oyo-monarchs/

[NEW MUSIC] Benji shoro – OMO NO SALARY (ONS) EP

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Enugu police arrest seven suspects, vow more crackdown on criminals 

The Enugu State Police Command has reiterated its commitment to clamping down on criminal activities across the state, following the recent arrest of seven suspects for armed robbery, cultism, and firearms possession. Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, Enugu Police Commissioner CP Kanayo Uzuegbu said the suspects included a former local government councillor for Read More source https://punchng.com/enugu-police-arrest-seven-suspects-vow-more-crackdown-on-criminals/

CBN, NIMC, others to create consumer credit framework in Nigeria

The Presidential Council on Industrial Revitalization has formed a Technical Working Group comprised of representatives from the Central Bank of Nigeria, the National Identity Management Commission, and the Federal Competition and Consumer Commission to develop a framework to improve consumer credit in Nigeria. According to Nairametrics, the National Insurance Commission, the National Institute of Credit Read More source https://punchng.com/cbn-nimc-others-to-create-consumer-credit-framework-in-nigeria/

Terzic’s woes deepen as Dortmund held by Mainz

Borussia Dortmund were held to a 1-1 home draw with lowly Mainz in the Bundesliga on Tuesday, continuing their struggles and deepening coach Edin Terzic’s woes. Dortmund impressed early and grabbed the lead thanks to a brilliant free-kick from Julian Brandt but Mainz hit back late in the first half, Sepp van den Berg heading Read More source https://punchng.com/terzics-woes-deepen-as-dortmund-held-by-mainz/

Fake Products: We lost our mother for nothing, son of late NAFDAC boss, Akunyili, laments 

Edozie  Akunyili, son of a former Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, late Dora Akunyili, has expressed concerns about the sacrifices his family made for Nigeria, questioning their worth.   Edozie made his position  known while reacting to discussions on X following outrage over the growing prevalence of counterfeit Read More source https://punchng.com/fake-products-we-lost-our-mother-for-nothing-son-of-late-nafdac-boss-akunyili-laments/

US urges transparency as elections begin in DR Congo

The United States on Tuesday called on the Democratic Republic of Congo’s electoral authorities to be transparent in announcing the results of the presidential vote, after a delay last time fuelled allegations of rigging. AFP reports that the State Department commended the election commission for working to ensure timely voting, amid guarded hope that Wednesday’s Read More source https://punchng.com/us-urges-transparency-as-elections-begin-in-dr-congo/

GDP growth in Q3 not sufficient, says Statistician-General

The Statistician-General of the federation, Adewale Adeniran, on Tuesday, said the Gross Domestic Product growth recorded by the country was not sufficient to boost the economy. This is as he called on the nation’s security chiefs to tackle insecurity so that there will be an increase in the supply chain of the economy. The Statistician-General Read More source https://punchng.com/gdp-growth-in-q3-not-sufficient-says-statistician-general/

Plateau hat-trick hero Hilary eyes NPFL Golden Boot

Plateau United forward Albert Hilary is confident he can still catch up in the Nigeria Premier Football League golden boot race after reaching his fifth goal of the season with a hat-trick during their 5-1 win over Bayelsa United on Sunday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Hilary gave the Jos side a two-goal lead inside the Read More source https://punchng.com/plateau-hat-trick-hero-hilary-eyes-npfl-golden-boot/

Marvel drops Jonathan Majors after actor was convicted of assault

  Rising Hollywood star, Jonathan Majors, was convicted on Monday for assaulting and harassing his ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari, prompting Marvel to drop him from a prime role in its superhero blockbusters.   Majors’s conviction could see the actor facing up to one-year imprisonment and has upended Marvel’s plans for the franchise, which had his character Read More source https://punchng.com/marvel-drops-jonathan-majors-after-actor-was-convicted-of-assault/

Tinubu’s gesture made 27 Rivers lawmakers dump PDP, says factional Speaker

A factional Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, has rejected the 2024 Appropriation Bill signed into law by Governor Siminalayi Fubara. This is as he explained that the 27 lawmakers that defected to the All Progressives Progress from the Peoples Democratic Party did so because  President Bola Tinubu had fulfilled the Read More source https://punchng.com/tinubus-gesture-made-27-rivers-lawmakers-dump-pdp-says-factional-speaker/

First Lady gives rescued Katsina varsity students scholarship, laptops

The First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, on Sunday, received four of the five students of Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State, rescued from kidnappers at the State House. This was as she described learning and education as veritable weapons in the fight against terrorism and criminality by individuals and communities. Each girl also received a scholarship grant Read More source https://punchng.com/first-lady-gives-rescued-katsina-varsity-students-scholarship-laptops/

12 die, 12 injured in Mexico party attack- Official

At least 12 people have lost their lives while another dozen were injured in an attack on a pre-Christmas party in central Mexico on Sunday. Authorities in the state of Guanajuato made this known on Sunday. The attack occurred in the town of Salvatierra, reportedly at a hacienda, or ranch, that can be rented out Read More source https://punchng.com/12-die-12-injured-in-mexico-party-attack-official/

Firm shortlists 12 startups for accelerator programme

Techstars has announced its second cohort of 12 companies to participate in its accelerator programme in partnership with Lagos-based innovation programme, ARM Labs. It stated that its 2023 cohort were selected from over a thousand applications. It noted that the 14-week immersive programme will see it invest up to $120,000 in funding in each startup Read More source https://punchng.com/firm-shortlists-12-startups-for-accelerator-programme/

La Liga champions Barca held at Valencia

La Liga champions Barcelona dropped more points in the Spanish title race in a tense 1-1 draw at Valencia on Saturday. Xavi Hernandez’s side moved third, a point clear of Atletico Madrid, but trail Real Madrid by four and shock leaders Girona by six, having played one game more than all three sides.Atletico fell 2-0 Read More source https://punchng.com/la-liga-champions-barca-held-at-valencia/

NSCDC officer famous for ‘oga at the top’ phrase promoted to deputy CG 

An official of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps , Shem Obafiaye, who became popular because of the ‘Oga At The Top’ phrase in 2013, has attained the rank of Deputy Commandant General.     A decade after the  Channels Television interview where Obafiaye playfully struggled to disclose the NSCDC website, he, and two Read More source https://punchng.com/nscdc-officer-famous-for-oga-at-the-top-phrase-promoted-to-deputy-cg/

189 bag NDDC foreign postgraduate scholarship

The Niger Delta Development Commission has presented award letters to 189 successful candidates under its Foreign Postgraduate Scholarship Programme for scholars. The Chairman of the NDDC Governing Board, Mr Chiedu Ebie,  presented the letters to the prospective scholars at a pre-departure and award ceremony in Port Harcourt on Thursday. A  statement by the NDDC’s Director Read More source https://punchng.com/189-bag-nddc-foreign-postgraduate-scholarship/

Ijaw youths condemn killings of soldiers, others in Rivers

The Ijaw Youth Council Worldwide has condemned the killing of four soldiers and two drivers by yet-to-be-identified gunmen in Abua-Odual Local Government Area of Rivers State. This was contained in a statement issued by the spokesman for IYC Worldwide, Binebai  Princewill, and made available to journalists in Warri, Delta State, on Thursday evening. “We also Read More source https://punchng.com/ijaw-youths-condemn-killings-of-soldiers-others-in-rivers/

PHOTOS: Woman marries her physically challenged lover in Akwa Ibom

One Emem Effiong and her physically challenged lover, Innocent Ntia, have  married in Uyo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The bride who goes by the name Uyai Innocent on Facebook shared pictures of the wedding late Wednesday with the caption, “Thank God it ended in praise🙏💃. “Our deepest appreciation to Her Excellency, the Read More source https://punchng.com/woman-marries-her-physically-challenged-lover-in-akwa-ibom/

Akpabio did not collapse at his birthday event, says Senate

The spokesperson of the Senate, Yemi Adaramodu, on Thursday, said there was no truth in the reports that the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, collapsed at an event held in Abuja earlier in the day to mark his 61st birthday. There were reports earlier in the day that Akpabio collapsed after seeing President Bola Read More source https://punchng.com/akpabio-did-not-collapse-at-his-birthday-event-says-senate/

Milan end Newcastle dreams but fall short of Champions League last 16

Samuel Chukwueze’s late winner sent Newcastle crashing out of Europe after a 2-1 defeat by AC Milan on Wednesday. Victory was not enough for last season’s semi-finalists to progress as Paris Saint-Germain’s 1-1 draw away to Borussia Dortmund was enough for the French champions to secure second place in Group F. But Milan did snatch Read More source https://punchng.com/milan-end-newcastle-dreams-but-fall-short-of-champions-league-last-16/

Kebbi gov signs 2024 budget into law

The Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has assented to the N250.1 billion budget for the 2024 fiscal year, which gave priority to the education, infrastructure, and health sectors. Signing the bill into law at the Government House, Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday, the governor lauded the atate House of Assembly for what he described as a Read More source https://punchng.com/kebbi-gov-signs-2024-budget-into-law/

PSG, Porto into Champions League last 16 as Newcastle exit

Paris Saint-Germain and Porto qualified for the Champions League last 16 on Wednesday as Newcastle bowed out of Europe after losing 2-1 at home to AC Milan. PSG drew 1-1 away to Group F winners Borussia Dortmund to go through as runners-up after Milan came from behind to beat Newcastle at St James’ Park and Read More source https://punchng.com/psg-porto-into-champions-league-last-16-as-newcastle-exit/

We have enough cash in circulation, says CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria has assured Nigerians that it has enough cash in circulation. This assurance is coming amid cash scarcity being experienced in some parts of the country. The CBN had earlier attributed the scarcity to the hoarding of the naira noted by some persons due to challenges experienced during the naira redesign Read More source https://punchng.com/we-have-enough-cash-in-circulation-says-cbn/

Lagos royal family promises to name monarch for vacant stool

The Dosumu family of Onikoyi in Lagos State has disclosed that the next traditional ruler will be announced soon because their lineage is next in line to ascend the throne. This was disclosed at a press briefing hosted by the family on Tuesday, where they gave detailed accounts and court evidence granting them bonafide rights Read More source https://punchng.com/lagos-royal-family-promises-to-name-monarch-for-vacant-stool/

Man Utd crash out of UCL after 1-0 defeat to Bayern

Manchester United crashed out of Europe as a 1-0 home defeat to Bayern Munich on Tuesday rounded off a miserable Champions League campaign for the Red Devils. Kingsley Coman scored the only goal for the Bundesliga champions, who had long since secured their place in the last 16, to leave United without even the consolation Read More source https://punchng.com/man-utd-crash-out-of-ucl-after-1-0-defeat-to-bayern/

Zamfara bandits kill one, abduct 15

The bandits who invaded Zurmi town the headquarters of Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State on Tuesday killed one, injured two and abducted 15 persons. The bandits who were still in the town as of the time of filing this report were exchanging fire with the security personnel, according to an indigene of the Read More source https://punchng.com/zamfara-bandits-kill-one-abduct-15/

NUPRC asks Chevron, host communities to settle dispute in two weeks

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission has issued a two-week ultimatum to Chevron Nigeria Limited and the oil-rich Ugborodo communities in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State within which to resolve their dispute on the establishment of Host Community Development Trust. This was contained in a letter with Reference Number: NUPRC/WZO/HSEC.004/15/2023/39,  dated  December Read More source https://punchng.com/nuprc-asks-chevron-host-communities-to-settle-dispute-in-two-weeks/

FG unveils administration’s foreign policy directions

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, on Monday, inaugurated the administration’s foreign policies. Tuggar, in his opening remarks at the launching of the President Bola Tinubu 4Ds Foreign Policy Exhibition in Abuja, stated that policy doctrine provides a dynamic and unique concept that is anchored on “Democracy, Development, Demography and Diaspora”, noting that the Read More source https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-administrations-foreign-policy-directions/

External reserves fall by $520m in five weeks – CBN

The country’s external reserves fell by $520.22 in five weeks, figures obtained from the Central Bank of Nigeria revealed. According to CBN’s data on movement in reserves, the figures which stood at $33.396bn as of October 31, 2023 fell to $33.004bn as of December 7, 2023. The CBN had earlier revealed that the reserves which Read More source https://punchng.com/external-reserves-fall-by-520m-in-five-weeks-cbn/

Popular Yoruba poet, Olanrewaju Adepoju, dies at 83

A Yoruba poet, writer, artiste and religious leader, Alhaji Olanrewaju Adepoju, is dead. Adepoju died on Sunday at his Idi Orogbo off Ring Ring Road, Ibadan, Oyo State residence around 7 pm. He was aged 83. His son, Adejare Adepoju, broke the news in a brief announcement on Sunday, saying “Baba has gone to rest. Read More source https://punchng.com/popular-yoruba-poet-olanrewaju-adepoju-dies-at-83/

Some natural sources of beta blockers

Beta blockers are a type of drug that act to reduce stress on the heart. They work by blocking the release and activity of heart muscle drivers like adrenaline and noradrenaline, which can also place increased pressure on the nervous system by causing its agitation. Beta blockers act to slow the heart rate and thus Read More source https://punchng.com/some-natural-sources-of-beta-blockers/

Hypertension patients may resort to concoctions over drug cost – Hypertension society president

President of the Nigerian Hypertension Society and physician cardiologist at University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Kwara State, Prof Ayodele Omotoso, tells LARA ADEJORO why hypertension is increasing in the country What is hypertension? Hypertension is basically when the blood pressure is persistently above the designated upper limit of normal. To give a specific definition for Read More source https://punchng.com/hypertension-patients-may-resort-to-concoctions-over-drug-cost-hypertension-society-president/

President, governors, senators celebrate Akpabio at 61

The President, Bola Tinubu, was joined by several governors and senators to celebrate the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, as he turned 61 years old on Saturday, December 9, 2023. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the President, Ajuri Ngelale, Tinubu commended Akpabio on his commitment, loyalty and dedication. Read More source https://punchng.com/president-governors-senators-celebrate-akpabio-at-61/

Calhanoglu guides Inter to Serie A top spot with Udinese win

Turkey playmaker Hakan Calhanoglu set up a goal and scored another as Inter Milan moved back to the summit of Serie A with Saturday’s comfortable 4-0 home win over Udinese. Inter had dropped to second in the table on Friday after Juventus’ 1-0 victory over champions Napoli. At the San Siro, attacking midfielder Calhanoglu converted Read More source https://punchng.com/calhanoglu-guides-inter-to-serie-a-top-spot-with-udinese-win/

BREAKING: Jatau regains freedom after 18 months in detention

After 18 months in prison, Rhoda Jatau, a Bauchi woman who condemned the alleged killing of Samuel Deborah in Sokoto State, has regained her freedom, The PUNCH learnt. A reliable source who spoke on condition of anonymity told our correspondent that Jatau was released on bail on Friday following interventions by the Christian Association of Read More source https://punchng.com/breaking-jatau-regains-freedom-after-18-months-in-detention/

Osunbor declares interest in Edo gov race

A former governor of Edo State, Prof. Oserheimen Osunbor, on Thursday, said he has the capacity to lead the state to enviable heights if given the opportunity. He also pledged to address the issue of failed roads in the state, among other developmental projects that the state lacks, noting that the state is retrogressing under Read More source https://punchng.com/osunbor-declares-interest-in-edo-gov-race/

EFCC arraigns man for $63,590 fraud 

The Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, on Wednesday, arraigned one Abdulhamid Isah before Justice I.O. Ijelu of the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja. This was disclosed in a post on the official X handle of the EFCC on Wednesday. The defendant is facing three counts of false pretences, stealing, Read More source https://punchng.com/efcc-arraigns-man-for-63590-fraud/

South East insecurity can end through negotiation, says Shettima 

Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, said on Tuesday that he supported the adoption of non-kinetic mechanisms to tackle insecurity in Nigeria’s South East. “The approach is the most beautiful I have seen so far. We need to build bridges; there is a need for a handshake; that way, those that have not been radicalised can Read More source https://punchng.com/south-east-insecurity-can-end-through-negotiation-says-shettima/

FG promises support for ‘entrepreneurship village’ project

The Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology has announced its willingness to support the Entrepreneurship Village (E-Village) project, which is being planned for Akure, Ondo State. The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji, disclosed this during a meeting with the stakeholders of the E-Village in Abuja on Tuesday. The minister, who Read More source https://punchng.com/fg-promises-support-for-entrepreneurship-village-project/

APC condemns attack on Kogi REC’s residence, demands probe

The All Progressives Congress on Monday condemned the attack on the residence of the Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission for Kogi State, Dr. Gabriel Longpet. Longpet’s residence in Lokoja, the state capital, was invaded by some yet-to-be-identified gunmen in the early hours of Friday. The news was announced by the Chief Read More source https://punchng.com/apc-condemns-attack-on-kogi-recs-residence-demands-probe/

Nigeria, 117 countries support clean energy adoption

Nigeria has joined 117 other countries of the world in a pledge to shift the attainment of renewable energy adoption. The announcement was made on Saturday at the ongoing United Nations’ two-week climate summit, COP28 in Dubai. According to reports, the move was for the countries to “triple efforts” to bolster clean energy and to Read More source https://punchng.com/nigeria-117-countries-support-clean-energy-adoption/

INEC directors retire, ask commission to tap from ex-workers’ experience

Retired directors of the Independent National Electoral Commission have called for the development of an institutional knowledge repository in the commission to preserve the wealth of knowledge and experience possessed by the retiring staff. They made this call at a send-off ceremony organised in their honour by the commission. According to a statement posted on Read More source https://punchng.com/inec-directors-retire-ask-commission-to-tap-from-ex-workers-experience/

APC crisis has stagnated Ondo – PDP spokesman

Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ondo State, Kennedy Peretei, speaks to PETER DADA about the current political crisis in the state The All Progressives Congress has alleged that your party is responsible for the crisis in the ruling Ondo State APC and in the state in general. What is your reaction? They Read More source https://punchng.com/apc-crisis-has-stagnated-ondo-pdp-spokesman/

5G subscriptions to exceed expectations

The number of 5G mobile subscriptions globally will reach 1.6 billion by the end of this year, according to new data from Ericsson. According to Telecoms.com, that is more than the Swedish equipment maker and font of industry knowledge predicted just a few short months ago. The latest edition of Ericsson’s Mobility Report opens with Read More source https://punchng.com/5g-subscriptions-to-exceed-expectations/

FG may raise workers’ pensions in 2024 – Wages Commission

Pensioners in the federal civil service may get a raise in their pension stipends next year based on details contained in the report on the harmonisation of pensions submitted to the Federal Government by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission. It was gathered that the raise would be for Federal Government pensioners under the Read More source https://punchng.com/fg-may-raise-workers-pensions-in-2024-wages-commission/

Protester in Atlanta sets self on fire outside Israeli consulate

A protester outside the Israeli consulate in Atlanta was in critical condition Friday after setting themself on fire, in what police said was likely an “extreme” political statement. “A Palestinian flag was reported at the location and was part of the protest,” said Darin Schierbaum, police chief of the southern US city. He said the Read More source https://punchng.com/protester-in-atlanta-sets-self-on-fire-outside-israeli-consulate/

NCAA lifts United Nigeria aircraft’s suspension

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has lifted the suspension placed on one of United Nigeria Airlines’ aircraft, a wet-leased Airbus A320. This was contained in a statement made available to The PUNCH late Friday. The statement reads, “We are pleased to announce the lifting of the suspension placed on our ‘Part G’ operations specifications which Read More source https://punchng.com/ncaa-lifts-united-nigeria-aircrafts-suspension/

Works, defence ministries get lion’s share as Senate releases budget details

The Ministries of Works, Finance, Education and Defence and others, got the lion’s share of the N8.7tn capital component of the N27.5tn 2024 budget as contained in sectoral allocation details released by the Chairman, Senate Committee on Appropriation, Solomon Adeola, on Friday. According to Adeola, the details of the budget have been released to allay Read More source https://punchng.com/works-defence-ministries-get-lions-share-as-senate-releases-budget-details/

EFCC withdraws money laundering charges against ex-Lagos AG, Shasore

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has discontinued its money laundering case against a former Lagos State Attorney-General, Olasupo Shasore. The EFCC withdrew the 14-count charge it filed against Shasore and his firm, Middlesex Investments Limited, before an Abuja Federal High Court on Thursday. According to EFCC counsel, Bala Sanga, the discontinuation follows a directive Read More source https://punchng.com/efcc-withdraws-money-laundering-charges-against-ex-lagos-ag-shasore/

New wage begins April, FG votes N24tn for salaries

The Federal Government on Thursday said a new minimum wage regime would come into effect on April 1, 2024. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Idris Mohammed, who disclosed this in an interview with The PUNCH in Abuja, said the current N30,000 minimum wage would expire at the end of March 2024. Mohammed said Read More source https://punchng.com/new-wage-begins-april-fg-votes-n24tn-for-salaries/

FG pays N585m fines, begins nationwide prisoners’ release

The Federal Government, on Thursday, said it had raised N585m towards the settlement of fines for inmates in a bid to decongest correctional centres across the country. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, represented by an Assistant Director in the ministry, Dr Anayo Romanus-Nzekwe, disclosed this on Thursday in Kano, during the release of Read More source https://punchng.com/fg-pays-n585m-fines-begins-nationwide-prisoners-release/

Japa: FG urges varsities to produce more doctors

The Federal Government has directed universities to begin to admit more students into Medicine and Surgery as a strategy to address the shortage of manpower in the health sector occasioned by the relentless exodus of health workers abroad in what has been termed japa. The Vice Chancellor, Nile University, Prof. Dili Dogo, revealed the Federal Read More source https://punchng.com/japa-fg-urges-varsities-to-produce-more-doctors/