Environment CS Nominee Declares Corruption Greater Threat than Al-Shabaab
Aden Duale, the nominated Environment Cabinet Secretary of Kenya, has asserted that corruption poses a graver challenge to the country’s development agenda than the threat of the Al-Shabaab terror group. Duale made these remarks during his vetting before the Parliament’s Committee on Appointments on Friday. The comments came in response to a question posed by […]
Education Cabinet Nominee Declares his Net Worth as 790 million during Vetting
Education Cabinet Secretary (CS) nominee Julius Migos Ogamba has declared a personal net worth of Ksh.790 million during his vetting before the National Assembly Committee on Appointments. Speaking on Thursday, the Senior Advocate attributed his immense wealth to a diverse portfolio, including a tea farm, farm equipment, motor vehicles, and his successful law firm business. […]
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has confirmed the grounding of Arik Air (W3, Lagos) aircraft based on a Federal Supreme Court order regarding a $2.5 million debt the airline owes to Atlas Petroleum International, the country’s largest privately owned petroleum exploration and production company.
“Based on the order of court over debt issues, their aircraft have been grounded,” Michael Achimugu, NCAA director for consumer protection and public affairs announced. The authority stated it was “well aware of the grounding of Arik Air aircraft over legal issues” and that it was monitoring the situation and engaging with Arik Air on […]
Former Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose has identified the practice of multiple marriages and indiscriminate childbearing in Northern Nigeria as a significant contributor to the country’s population crisis.
Fayose made the disclosure in an interview on Channels TV. He said the trend poses a substantial burden on the government and exacerbates the sufferings of millions of Nigerians. Mr Fayose said, “Let me say this. I went to one state in the North. I don’t want to mention the name of the state. I […]
Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, has cautioned LP members and supporters against attacking the party’s ex-Presidential Campaign Council spokesman, Kenneth Okonkwo, for leaving the party.
Okonkwo dumped LP on Sunday citing internal strife and leadership crisis within the party. A few hours after Okonkwo announced his resignation from LP, the party’s leadership described him as one of the moles in their camp. However, in a post on his X page, Obi stated that despite Okonkwo’s defection, the Nollywood veteran actor […]
President Ruto Challenges Gen Z Protesters to Present Alternative Plan
In a speech delivered in Taita Taveta, President William Ruto has called on the youthful protesters, popularly known as Gen Zs, to come forward and present their alternative plan as they push for change in the government through street demonstrations. Ruto stated that demonstrations and anarchy will not solve Kenya’s problems. “They should give us […]
Kenyan Immigration Simplifies Passport Collection Process
The Directorate of Immigration Services in Kenya has announced the simplification of the passport collection process. In a statement , the Department said that applicants no longer need to book appointments to pick up their passports. “Further, we have simplified the process of passport delivery: applicants are no longer required to book for appointment to […]
Kenyan Government Bolsters National Security as Mudavadi Welcomes New Deputy Inspector General of Police
Musalia Mudavadi, the Acting Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration, welcomed the new Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of the Administration Police Service, Gilbert Masengeli, MBS, OGW, SS. During the courtesy visit, Mudavadi expressed his best wishes to the new DIG, underscoring the critical role the National Police Service plays in ensuring […]
Protest: Education Minister urges students to remain on campus
The Honourable Minister of Education, Prof Tahir Mamman, has directed the vice chancellors of all Nigerian Universities to ensure the security and safety of staff and students. This was made known in a statement signed by the Acting Executive Secretary National Universities Commission, Chris Maiyaki, on Monday. According to the statement, students are mandated to […]
Nigeria Senate Mourns the Demise of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah
It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that the Nigeria Senate announces the passing of our esteemed colleague, Senator Ifeanyi Uba, who until his passing represented the Anambra South Senatorial District. Senator Uba was an exemplary leader, a committed public servant, and an indefatigable advocate for his constituents. His untimely departure represents a significant […]