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President (Asíwájú) Bọ́lá Ahmed Tinúbú – GCFR has held event organizers responsible for the fatal stampedes that occurred during the distribution of food palliatives and relief materials in Ìbàdàn, Okija, and Abuja. The tragic incidents, which took place last week, resulted in the deaths of over 70 people, including children, as crowds scrambled for food items. Related || FG hasn’t depended on NNPCL for three months – Tinúbú During a Presidential Media Chat on Monday, President Tinúbú described the events as a critical failure in planning and execution. He stated, “I see this as a very grave error on the…

President (Asíwájú) Bọ́lá Ahmed Tinúbú – GCFR has announced that his government has not depended on the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) for the past three months. Related || Tax Reform is Here to Stay – Tinúbú Speaking during a press conference on Monday, Tinúbú emphasized that this shift marks a significant step towards economic independence and sustainability. Tinúbú stated, “For the past three months, our government has not relied on NNPCL for our financial needs. This is a testament to our commitment to diversifying our economy and reducing our dependence on oil revenue.” Related || Tinubu rules out price…

President (Asíwájú) Bọ́lá Ahmed Tinúbú – GCFR has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to tax reforms, stating that they are essential for modernizing Nigeria’s tax system and ensuring economic progress. Related || Tinubu rules out price control to reduce food costs Speaking during his first Presidential Media Chat on Monday, Tinubu emphasized that the reforms are designed to address outdated practices and foster a fair and sustainable tax environment. “Tax reform is here to stay. In today’s economy, we cannot continue to do what we were doing in the past. We can’t retool with old and broken folks,” the president said.…

President (Asíwájú) Bọ́lá Ahmed Tinúbú – GCFR has expressed his disapproval of controlling prices to reduce food costs. Related || I have no regret removing fuel subsidy – Tinúbú Speaking during his first Presidential Media Chat on Monday, Tinubu emphasized that his government would not embark on price control as a means to address the cost-of-living crisis. Tinubu stated, “I don’t believe in price control. What we have to do is to keep supplying the market. Market forces will naturally bring prices down.” He added that his focus is on ensuring the market is well-supplied to meet demand. The President…

Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has achieved a remarkable milestone with her latest film, “Everybody Loves Jenifa.” The comedy blockbuster has officially become the highest-grossing Nollywood movie of 2024, raking in an impressive N511 million in just 12 days. In a celebratory post on Instagram, Akindele expressed her gratitude to her fans and supporters, acknowledging their love and support as the driving force behind this success. She also noted that the film was the quickest Nollywood title to hit N500 million and the highest-grossing title of the weekend. “Everybody Loves Jenifa” follows Jenifa as she faces challenges to her popularity, navigates…

President (Asíwájú) Bọ́lá Ahmed Tinúbú – GCFR has reiterated his stance on the removal of the fuel subsidy, stating that he has no regrets about the decision. Speaking to reporters on Monday, Tinúbú emphasized that the removal of the subsidy was necessary to address the economic challenges facing Nigeria. Tinúbú explained that the subsidy had become an unsustainable burden on the nation’s finances, consuming a significant portion of the budget that could be better spent on critical infrastructure and social services. He noted that the funds previously allocated to the subsidy would now be redirected towards improving public infrastructure, education,…

A devastating fire outbreak occurred on Monday at a BOVAS petrol station located at Olukunle, Olodo in Ìbàdàn, Oyo State, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos. The fire caused significant damage to the station and nearby properties. As of the time of filing this report, the cause of the fire has not been ascertained. Eyewitnesses reported that the fire started in the early hours of the morning and quickly spread, engulfing the entire station. Firefighters from the Oyo State Fire Service were quickly mobilized to the scene and worked tirelessly to contain the blaze. Despite their efforts, the fire…

A severe gridlock has crippled traffic flow along major expressways in Niger and Kaduna States, leaving thousands of motorists and passengers stranded on the highways. The traffic congestion, which has persisted for four days, has affected the Minna-Suleja, Maje-Jere, and Abuja-Kaduna expressways. Eyewitnesses report that a massive buildup of trailer trucks has caused the gridlock, stretching from Maje in Suleja to Izom in Gurara Local Government Area of Niger State. Although four trailers were involved in accidents, they did not completely block the road, but the sheer volume of traffic hindered the free flow of vehicles. The gridlock has also…

The Federal Ministry of Education has announced the opening of applications for the 2025/2026 Federal Government Scholarship under the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA). This scholarship aims to support Nigerian students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies abroad. Eligibility Criteria: Bilateral Education Agreement Field of Study Application Process: Important Deadlines: Additional Requirements for Selected Candidates: Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

The Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) in the Federal Capital Territory has issued an ultimatum to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, demanding that their outstanding issues be resolved within 14 days or they will embark on what they describe as the “deadliest shutdown” of hospitals in the capital. Dr. George Ebong, the President of ARD, made the announcement during a press conference at Wuse District Hospital in Abuja. While he commended the minister for his infrastructural projects in Abuja, he emphasized the urgent need to address the well-being of doctors who are facing economic hardship. Dr. Ebong stated, “First we have…