Politics

During a press briefing held in Akure over the weekend, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Mrs. Oluwatoyin Babalola, provided updates on the preparations for the upcoming election

The airline had suspended its services to Nigeria due to unresolved issues, primarily involving trapped funds in the country, a consequence of foreign exchange restrictions that rendered the airline's earnings inaccessible

The demonstration was sparked by the removal of fuel subsidies, a decision made by President Bola Tinubu’s administration that has contributed to soaring food prices and an overall increase in the cost of living

Olatunji criticized President Bola Tinubu's removal of the petrol subsidy, stating it significantly contributes to Nigeria's economic challenges. He described the decision as hasty and poorly planned, lacking sufficient consideration of its impact on the population and their livelihoods

Aliyu's administration has pledged to maintain a strict anti-corruption stance. "This administration operates on a zero-tolerance level for corruption," he reiterated, emphasizing that integrity must be at the forefront of their work

Atus stated that the high tax rates imposed by both levels of government are escalating operational costs and creating a burden that many businesses struggle to bear

According to the statement, the water release will commence at a flow rate of 100 cubic meters per second (100m³/s), which translates to approximately 8.64 million cubic meters per day

According to a statement posted on NEMA’s social media platforms, the returnees included 41 adult women, 115 adult men, one female child, six male children, four female infants, and four male infants

The new protest, dubbed the "Fearless in October Protest," aims to reiterate the protesters' demands and address the deteriorating state of governance in Nigeria