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FG has launched an investigation against Azman Air over a serious allegation. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that following reports that a Nigerian airline, Azman Air, helped the Iranian Aviation Industries to avoid sanctions imposed on it by the United States government, the Federal Government has said relevant directorates will commence an investigation into the issue.This Nigerian news platform understands that the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, however, noted that matters of smuggling were within the purview of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS. Spokesperson for the NCAA, Mr Mike Achimugu, in a chat with Vanguard, said: “Is the NCAA mentioned (in the report)? Smuggling…
President Tinubu Government has released ₦85 billion to ECOWAS. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Nigerian government has released the sum of ₦85 billion (equivalent to $54 million) as a community levy to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).This Nigeria news platform understands that the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Omar Touray, confirmed this payment on Sunday during his introductory remarks at the 66th Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS, which is taking place at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja. The released fund represents its levy obligations from January 2023 through July…
Kemi Badenoch has blasted the Nigerian Police for robbing those they should protect in a fresh outburst. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Leader of the UK Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch, has accused the Nigeria Police of robbing citizens instead of protecting them. This Nigeria news platform understands that Badenoch, who has been trolling Nigeria prior to becoming leader of the UK opposition Conservative Party, made the comment during an interview with a UK journalist.The British journalist asked her if she trusted the UK police. In response, she said: “I do. My experience with the Nigeria Police was very negative. Coming to the…
President Tinubu has been sued for his failure to probe the Betta Edu and Sadiya Umar Farouq scandal at the Humanitarian Affairs Ministry. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has initiated legal action against President Bola Tinubu for allegedly failing to direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) to collaborate with anti-corruption agencies to investigate claims of over 57 billion naira in public funds being mismanaged, diverted, or stolen from the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation in 2021.This Nigeria news platform understands that the allegations stem…
NNPCL has crashed petrol price. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, has reduced the price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) across its retail outlets in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. According to a reporter from Dailypost who visited NNPCL retail outlets observed that the petrol pump price was reduced from N1,060 to N1,040 per litre. This represents a reduction of N20. “The price was reduced to N1,040 per litre from N1,060 on Saturday morning,” a filling station attendant at the NNPCL retail outlet along Kubwa expressway said. A motorist, Ezekiel Njoku, confirmed the development.“The reduction of N20 is significant.…
Shehu Sani has claimed that he saw INEC Chairman Yakubu on white yesterday in swift response to his death rumours. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that Senator Shehu Sani, a former senator who represented Kaduna Central Senatorial District, has reacted to rumours of the demise of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman Mahmood Yakubu.Recall that some online news blogs had claimed Yakubu died in London after a brief illness, stating he went to bed in good health but woke up with a serious medical emergency. The platforms claim that despite his family’s efforts to secure the best care, he was reportedly pronounced dead. However,…
PDP has begged Goodluck Jonathan to contest the 2027 Presidential Election under its platform. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has asked former President, Goodluck Jonathan, to run for president in the 2027 presidential election on its platform.This Nigeria news platform understands that follows the recent sighting of Jonathan’s presidential posters for the 2027 elections across major streets in Kano, which sparked speculation about his possible return to the politicalSome political elites said that the move is based on the belief that Jonathan is eligible to serve another four-year term, having already served as president from 2011 to…
The Central Bank of Nigeria has reiterated that the old N1000, N500, and N200 denominations remain valid and legal tender nationwide. The spokesperson of the apex bank, Hakama Sidi Ali, disclosed this in a statement on Friday. CBN’s comments come as cash scarcity worsened nationwide despite the apex banks’ directive to Nigerian banks to ensure the availability of cash in Automated Teller Machines. Reacting, CBN clarified that all its banknotes are valid, contrary to the claims making the rounds. “CBN has observed the misinformation regarding the validity of the old N1000, N500, and A200 banknotes currently in circulation. “In line…
Watch the moment the court granted Yahaya Bello N500m bail and ordered him back to Kuje prison. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Friday, granted the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, bail in the sum of N500 million with two sureties in like sum. This was after the former governor had pleaded not guilty to the 19-count charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. He is facing an alleged money laundering trial to the tune of N80bn but pleaded not guilty to all the charges. …
INEC is reportedly planning to phase out PVCs and plans Diaspora Voting in a major reform move. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC) has proposed sweeping reforms to improve the country’s electoral system, following lessons learnt from the 2023 general elections and subsequent off-cycle polls. Among the reforms being proposed are diaspora voting and phasing out of the use of Permanent Voter Card during elections. The INEC Chairman, Prof, Mahmood Yakubu, disclosed these on Thursday in Abuja during a meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners. He stated that INEC would soon present these…