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President Tinubu Government has moved to reduce electricity costs. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has assured Nigerians that there may be a reduction in electricity costs in the coming months. This comes amid ongoing efforts to improve power generation and distribution across the country.Adelabu highlighted that, despite concerns about rising electricity tariffs, electricity remains a more affordable option compared to running generators on petrol or diesel, given current fuel prices.  The minister provided these remarks on Thursday, October 5, during a courtesy visit by Mr. Tosin Adeyanju, Executive Secretary of the National Lottery Trust Fund, who led the…

APC Chairman has been murdered in cold blood. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that armed men on Wednesday abducted and fatally shot Alhaji Bako Bala, the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Suru Local Government Area, Kebbi State. Reports reveal that Bala was kidnapped in his hometown, where he was later found seriously injured. He was promptly transported to the Federal Medical Centre in Birnin Kebbi, but die due to severe injuries later that day.  He has been buried according to Islamic rites. In April, gunmen suspected to be bandits killed two persons, including Saidu Basa, Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Mai…

Ali Ndume has urged President Tinubu to engage Military Contractors to wipe out Boko Haram in Nigeria. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that as the security situation continues to deteriorate in the North-east and North-west, the senator for Borno South Senatorial District, Ali Ndume, has advised President Bola Tinubu to employ the services of military contractors to wipe out Boko Haram terrorists in Borno State, who continue to pose a threat to the region. Ndume hailed the gallant performance of the military and Civilian JTF, but said they were ill-equipped to carry out the task of eliminating the remaining insurgents operating within the region.  The…

Also, see what color sunglasses you should use, what habits might damage your vision and six common eye conditions you might face as you age. The best vitamins and supplements for eye health Regularly eating the best foods for healthy eyes is a great way to nourish them. Sounds easy, right? The reality is that it can be difficult to ensure your diet consistently has the essential vitamins and nutrients they need. That’s where supplements come in. You can use vitamins and supplements to help you cover any holes in your diet while working to strengthen your vision…

The Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) Southwest has voiced opposition, criticizing the Federal Government’s handling of the situation and expressing concerns about the recent hike in fuel prices. The private sector has also raised issues regarding compliance with the new wage and the potential strain on businesses. The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially begun disbursing the newly established minimum wage of N70,000 to more than 1.2 million civil servants. This development comes after seven months of negotiations, during which adjustments to salaries across various levels of the federal civil service were discussed. However, not all parties are in…

FG has announced VAT exemptions on cooking gas and CNG among others. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Federal Government has announced value-added tax (VAT) exemptions for various energy products, including diesel, Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), also known as cooking gas, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and electric vehicles, among others. This is contained in a statement by The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Mr. Wale Edun, on Wednesday. According to Edun, these measures aim to reduce the cost of living, enhance energy security, and speed up Nigeria’s shift to cleaner energy sources.“The VAT Modification Order 2024 introduces exemptions on a…

The 2024 African Nations Championship qualifiers draw will hold on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. The draw ceremony will hold at the headquarters of the Confederation of African Football, CAF, in Cairo, Egypt. The two rounds of qualifiers will take place on a home and away basis. The first round of qualifiers will be played on the weekend of 25–27 October and 01–03 November 2024. The second round was confirmed for 20–22 December and 27–29 December 2024. Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania will host the tournament between 01–28 February 2025.

FG has secured a $200m investment from Afreximbank to strengthen the creative industry in Nigeria. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Ministry of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy has secured a $200 million investment from the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to strengthen Nigeria’s creative industry. In a statement on Tuesday, the ministry said the investment was announced at an event organised by Nigeria titled “Destination 2030: Nigeria Everywhere,” during the just-concluded United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, United States. “It would be noted that central to the “Destination 2030” initiative is Nigeria’s ambition to assert itself as a global soft power leader…

As the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, continues to linger, judges’ withdrawal from his case is raising concerns. The Nigerian Government has been prosecuting Kanu since 2015. He is standing trial for several charges ranging from treasonable felony to terrorism. In 2017, Justice Binta Nyako of an Abuja Federal High Court granted him bail in the sum of N100 million, but the IPOB leader absconded from Nigeria after the military allegedly invaded his residence in Afaraukwu, Abia State. Kanu was, however, rearrested in July 2021 in Kenya and subjected to extraordinary rendition back…

President Biden has given marching orders to the US Military against Iran. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that President Joe Biden has ordered the U.S. military to support Israel’s defence and intercept Iranian missiles targeting the country, following a significant escalation in the Middle East conflict. The White House confirmed that Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris monitored the situation from the White House situation room. “President Biden directed the U.S. military to aid Israel’s defence against Iranian attacks and shoot down missiles that are targeting Israel,” the White House said in a statement. The crisis escalated on Tuesday when the Israeli military and Iranian state…