Kidnapping Now Terrorism, Death Sentence Awaits Offenders – Akpabio Declares
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has openly endorsed the death penalty as a necessary response to the growing menace of kidnapping in Nigeria, arguing that only the toughest punishment can effectively deter violent criminals. Akpabio made the remarks on Thursday while addressing delegates at the 14th National Caucus meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC), held […]
‘Ignore the Distractions’: Fani-Kayode Backs Matawalle Amid Criticism
Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has condemned what he describes as a calculated media onslaught against the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, alleging that political detractors are behind the smear campaign. In a statement shared Thursday on his official 𝕏 (formerly Twitter) account, Fani-Kayode said the recent wave of criticism directed at […]
Wike Blames Opposition for False Claims of Christian Killings in Nigeria
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has accused opposition politicians of promoting what he described as a “false and divisive narrative” that Christians are being systematically targeted and killed in Nigeria. Speaking at a public engagement in Abuja, Wike said the claims were politically motivated and designed to undermine the federal government. […]
Presidency Says 15% Import Duty on Petrol, Diesel Won’t Burden Nigerians
The Presidency has defended the Federal Government’s decision to impose a 15 percent import duty on petrol and diesel, insisting that the measure will not constitute a burden on Nigerians. According to a statement issued on Thursday night, the policy is part of the administration’s strategy to encourage local refining, stabilise the market, and promote […]
Nigerians Owe President Tinubu Gratitude, Says FCT Minister Wike
In a recent address at the commissioning of newly completed access roads in Sector Centre B, Dakibiyu District, Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, emphasized the pivotal role of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership in driving infrastructural advancements across the capital. Acknowledging Presidential Leadership Minister Wike attributed the accelerated pace of road […]
Tinubu Seeks NASS Approval to Borrow $2.35bn, Issue $500m Sovereign Sukuk for 2025 Budget
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has requested the approval of the National Assembly to borrow a total of $2.347 billion to finance part of the 2025 national budget and refinance existing debt. The president is also seeking legislative backing to issue Nigeria’s first $500 million sovereign Sukuk on the international market. The requests were contained in […]