Author: Akintayo Adams

President Bola Tinubu has written to the National Assembly, seeking approval for a new external borrowing plan amounting to N1.767 trillion (approximately $2.209 billion). This request is part of the 2024 appropriation act and aims to address the budget deficit of N9.7 trillion for the 2024 fiscal year. The president’s letter, read during a plenary session, also included the submission of the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) for 2025-2027. These documents outline the fiscal parameters and assumptions for the upcoming budget and emphasize the need for swift legislative action. If approved, the loan will be used…

Donald Trump is set to recognize Somaliland, a former British protectorate, as an official country, according to former UK Defence Secretary Sir Gavin Williamson. Williamson, who has been lobbying the president-elect, revealed that he has held talks with Trump’s team about the recognition of Somaliland, which holds a crucial strategic position on the Red Sea. Williamson expressed confidence that the new president would address the issue once he assumes office in January. The former Tory cabinet minister has been a leading advocate for the official recognition of Somaliland, which has effectively been independent from Somalia since 1991. Get instant and…

Ukraine has launched its first American-supplied long-range missile strike against Russian forces, as confirmed by Moscow. According to Russia’s Defense Ministry, Ukraine fired six U.S.-made ATACMs missiles at Russia’s Bryansk region. The ministry reported that it successfully shot down five of the missiles and damaged one. While the use of the missiles was also mentioned in Ukrainian media, Ukraine has not officially commented on the strike. This development follows President Joe Biden’s authorization for Ukraine to use long-range missiles to strike targets hundreds of miles inside Russia for the first time. In a related move, President Vladimir Putin has signed…

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree expanding the conditions under which Moscow can use nuclear weapons. Related || Biden approves Ukraine’s use of Long-Range Missiles for strikes inside Russia This move comes on the 1,000th day of Russia’s offensive on Ukraine and follows the United States’ decision to allow Kyiv to use long-range missiles to strike military targets inside Russia. The new doctrine states that Russia will consider using nuclear weapons against a non-nuclear state if they are supported by nuclear powers. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov explained that “aggression by a non-nuclear state with the participation of a…

Nigerian music executive Don Jazzy has shared his feelings about his current relationship status. On Monday, Don Jazzy revealed his wish to join in on the ‘suspect challenge’ trend on his Instagram page. The ‘suspect challenge’ is a popular new online trend where couples humorously tease each other by taking turns. The 41-year-old Mavins record label boss stated that he would like to join the trend but has no partner. He said; “Suspect wants to do a suspect challenge but no suspect partner.” Accompanying the post Don Jazzy wrote “it hurts”. Get instant and latest news updates via our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter, or Google…

The Nigerian naira has experienced significant depreciation against the dollar in the foreign exchange market as the supply of foreign exchange (FX) dropped at the start of the week. According to data from the FMDQ, the naira fell sharply to N1690.37 per dollar on Monday, down from N1652.25 per dollar last Friday. This marks a depreciation of N38.12 against the dollar. In the black market, the naira remained stable at N1740 per dollar on Monday, the same rate as at the close of last week. This stability comes as FX transaction turnover dropped to $173.14 million on Monday from $296.63…

The Executive Chairman of Igbo Etiti Local Government Area of Enugu State, Hon. Dr. Eric Ogbonna Odo has appointed a Senior Special Assistant on Garden Egg and Pepper. He also appointed a Senior Special Assistant, Yam and Pepper. The appointment letters signed by the chairman, stating that both Nwodo and Ezeugwu should report to the office of the executive chairman Igbo Etiti LGA, Ogbede, read: “I am pleased to inform you that the executive chairman Igbo Etiti LGA has approved your appointment as SENIOR SPECIAL ASSISTANT to the Local Government chairman on AGRICULTURE (GARDEN EGG & PEPPER),” Nwodo’s appointment letter…

A popular cleric and General Overseer of The God’s Anointed And Blessed Church International, Pastor Toye Ebijomore, has urged President Bola Tinubu to convene a national prayer to address the series of challenges facing Nigeria. According to Pastor Ebijomore, who is based in Akure, the Ondo State capital, this national prayer is crucial for the survival of the country as it will enable Nigerians to seek divine guidance. Speaking to newsmen, Pastor Ebijomore revealed that some individuals are planning sinister disasters across the country. He emphasized the need for the federal government to empower security forces to forestall potential breaches.…

The Oyo State Government, through the Civil Service Commission, has finalized arrangements for conducting computer-based tests (CBT) for those seeking employment in the state civil service. This was contained in a Wednesday press release by Chairman of the Oyo State Civil Service Commission, Alh. Chief Kamoru Abiodun Aderibigbe JP. The tests are scheduled to take place on Monday, 25th, and Tuesday, 26th November, as well as Thursday, 28th November 2024, and will be held at the following locations: Applicants who applied according to the parameters stated in the Civil Service Commission advertisement of 7 October 2024 and submitted applications appropriately…

President-elect Donald Trump has confirmed his intention to declare a national emergency and use the military to carry out mass deportations of illegal immigrants. This announcement came in response to a social media post by conservative activist Tom Fitton, who mentioned that the incoming Trump administration is prepared to use military assets for this purpose. Trump affirmed this by stating “TRUE!!!” on his Truth Social platform. Trump has pledged to launch the largest deportation program in American history, targeting undocumented immigrants with ties to criminal gangs and other security threats. He plans to invoke the Alien Enemies Act of 1798…