Nigeria’s Power Subsidy Projected To Hit N2.4 Trillion As Infrastructure Woes Persist
Nigeria’s power subsidy has been projected to hit N2.4tn by the end of 2024 as the sector grapples with ageing infrastructure
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Senate Passes Landmark Tax Reform Bills For Second Reading Despite Stakeholder Concerns
The Senate has passed Tinubu’s tax reform bills for second reading, addressing fiscal federalism and economic growth amid debates.
Zenith Bank Unveils Paris Branch to Bolster Euro-African Trade Relations
Zenith Bank Plc launches its Paris branch, strengthening trade and financial ties between Europe and Africa.
Tinubu Urges French Investors to Boost Cooperation in Food Security, Solid Minerals, Education, Energy
Tinubu has called for strengthened Nigeria-France ties, urging investment in food security, education, energy, and solid minerals development.
UK Commits £1.98 Billion to World Bank’s IDA Fund to Support Low-Income Nations
The UK has pledged £1.98bn over three years to the World Bank’s IDA fund, targeting poverty, economic growth, and climate change.
Israel Strikes Hezbollah Facility in Southern Lebanon as Both Sides Exchange Ceasefire Violations Allegations
Israel has launched an airstrike on a Hezbollah facility in southern Lebanon as both sides are accusing each other of violations.
Amnesty International: At Least 24 Protesters Killed, Over 1,200 Arrested During #EndBadGovernance Demonstrations
Amnesty International has reported 24 deaths and over 1,200 arrests during Nigeria’s #EndBadGovernance protests, demanding justice for victims.
Putin Threatens Kyiv’s Decision Making Centres Amid Escalating Missile And Drone Strikes
Russia has targeted Ukraine’s power grid in response, threatened decision making centres in response to Kyiv’s use of long-range weapons
House of Representatives Confirms Olufemi Oluyede as Chief of Army Staff
The House of Representatives has confirmed Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede as Nigeria’s new Chief of Army Staff.
Climate Change Needs Bold Leadership, Abu Dhabi Holds the Key – Opinion
UAE showed with its hosting of COP28 that it’s ready to be a voice for climate change, writes Peter Burdin
Senate Approves Landmark Law Banning Under-16s from Social Media in Australia
Australia’s Senate has passed a law banning under-16s from social media, with heavy fines for non-compliant platforms.
Ex-British Soldier Daniel Khalife Found Guilty of Spying for Iran
Former British soldier Daniel Khalife has been found guilty of spying for Iran, facing long prison sentence after dramatic escape.
Heavy Rains Trigger Deadly Landslides in Bulambuli District, Uganda
Landslides in eastern Uganda have buried 40 homes, killing at least 13. Rescue efforts continue amid ongoing heavy rains.
Finnish Court Sets May 2025 Trial Date for Biafra Agitator Simon Ekpa
A Finnish court has scheduled Simon Ekpa’s trial for May 2025 on charges tied to alleged terrorism-related activities.
Mgbere: NNPC’s Production Claims at Port Harcourt Refinery ‘Not True’
Alesa Stakeholders Secretary Timothy Mgbere criticised the portrayal of Port Harcourt refinery’s operations, calling recent media portrayals a “mere show.”
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Denied $50 Million Bail Request After Third Try
A federal judge has yet again,denied Sean “Diddy’s” bail request, citing concerns about alleged history of violence and witness tampering.
Three Americans Released in China-US Prisoner Swap
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung, have returned to the US after a successful prisoner exchange.
Ukraine Faces Massive Strikes on Energy Facilities, Says Energy Minister
Ukraine’s Energy Minister has confirmed Russia’s massive strikes on the energy infrastructure, causing widespread blackouts and air raid alerts.
Trump Cabinet Picks Targeted by Bomb Threats
Several of Donald Trump’s Cabinet nominees and White House picks has received bomb threats and hoax calls this week.
Tesla Cybertruck Blaze Claims Three Lives in Northern California
Three dead, and one injured as a Tesla Cybertruck crashed and ignited in Northern California.
