Nigeria: FG Asks Immigration Boss Hand Over to Most Senior Deputy
The CG who was due for retirement last year’s April 24 had gotten an extension for a year and is presently alleged to be plotting another year extension.
Sudanese Cease-Fire Fails, Rivals Battle, Death Toll Climbs Past 250
As the conflict enters its fifth day, gunmen allegedly invaded the residences of persons who work for the United Nations and other international organizations.
Sudanese Army, Rival Forces Agree to 24-Hour Ceasefire
Over the past day, fighters in Khartoum attacked a U.S. Embassy convoy and stormed the home of the EU envoy to Sudan.
Court Overturns Ararume’s Dismissal as NNPC Chairman, Awards N5bn in Damages against Buhari
Ararume has described his removal from office as “unlawful” and “wrongful”.
Nigeria Confirms 79 Dead from Cholera in 2023, Many More In Danger
The disease has affected 12 states across the country, with over 1,300 suspected cases.
Nigeria: JAMB Extends 2023 Direct Entry Registration
The extension was designed to accommodate others, who wished to register but were unable to do so within the stipulated time.
Nigeria Approves Clinical Malaria Vaccine for Children
NAFDAC boss Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, who addressed journalists in Abuja, on Monday, said the vaccine was for prevention of clinical malaria in children from five months to 36 months of age.
Buhari Recounts Achievements in Oil, Gas Sector, Lists PIA as Biggest Accomplishment
He said N200bn, $7m raked in from sale of marginal fields.
Nigeria Aviation Workers’ Strike Forces Passengers to Trek to Airport, Unions Block Access Roads
The ninistry expressed displeasure and urged unions to sheath sword.
US Diplomatic Convoy Attacked in Sudan Amid New Truce Appeal
The convoy of clearly marked embassy vehicles was attacked on Monday, and reports link the assailants to the RSF, the paramilitary group battling Sudan’s military.
Osinbajo Condemns Exploitation of Ethnic and Religious Prejudices During Elections
“Any attempts to deny people the right to vote in any locality on the basis that they do not belong in that place is condemnable in the strongest possible terms,” he said.
China Denies Funding Terrorism in Nigeria, Says Times of UK Report Unethical
“It is based on unverified, unclear and unproven information, to which we have to express our strong dissatisfaction and objection.”
Nigerian Flights Disrupted, Passengers Stranded As Aviation Unions Commence Two-Day Strike
The entrance to the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Lagos was blocked as aviation workers urged passengers to make alternative plans.
Nigerian Soldiers Hold Rivers Community Hostage, Burn Houses as Residents Flee for Safety
It was precipitated by an altercation between some soldiers deployed to guard crude oil pipelines in the area and local vigilantes.
Sanwo-Olu in America Tells Investors Lagos Right Place for Investments
He said Lagos is “the crown sub-national jewel of the African economy.”
$800m World Bank Post-Petrol Subsidy Removal Facility: Nigeria Awaiting Parliament’s Approval for Disbursement
Africa’s most populous country ssys 50 million vulnerable citizens identified and registered to receive N5,000 cash each.
Sudan: Violence Spreads in Khartoum as Fighting Enters Third Day
Nearly 100 people have been killed, a doctors’ union said, and one estimate put the number of injured at 1,100.
Nigerian Immigration Officers May Protest Tenure Extension for CG, Concerned Stakeholders Write Buhari
Isah had his retirement extended from last year to April 24, 2023 but there are allegations he has started lobbying for another extension.
‘Unwelcome’: Nigeria President Buhari Condemns Ongoing Crisis In Sudan
He along with his Chadian counterpart called for a ceasefire to give room for negotiations.
Osinbajo: Informed Leadership Committed To Good Governance, Key To Africa’s Growth
He identified terrorism in the Sahel as a common global challenge.
