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Akpabio and Abbas have been dragged to court over unlawful practice in the NASS.NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas. This Nigeria news platform understands that the lawsuit, filed against the Senate President and Speaker of the House of Representatives, challenges the alleged unlawful practice of the National Assembly setting its own allowances and running costs without transparency or accountability. The lawsuit follows allegations made by former President Olusegun Obasanjo that lawmakers have been fixing their own salaries and allowances, disregarding…
Austin Nwachukwu has emerged the State Chairman of People Democratic Party, PDP, Imo State chapter. His emergence followed by the party’s state congress which was held on Saturday, at the Kanu Nwankwo Sports Center in Owerri. The Congress witnessed significant participation from delegates and members across all the 27 LGAs in the State. The newly elected Chairman before now, was a former Federal House of Representatives member, who represented Ehime-Mbano/Ihitte-Uboma/Obowo Okigwe South Federal Constituency between 2007 to 2011. Announcing the results, the Chairman of the electoral panel, Odion Agweh said that a total of 2,916 delegates participated in the exercise…
Chidinma Adetshina has won Miss Universe Nigeria 2024. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that Ms. Chidimma Adetshina has emerged Miss Universe Nigeria 2024. Tjis Nigeria news platform understands that Chidimma was announced winner at the grand finale in Lagos on Saturday, August 31. The 23-year-old law student defeated 24 other contestants. After the contestants showcased their elegance in evening gowns, the top five finalists were announced.They included Miss Taraba Chidimma Adetshina, Miss Anambra Paula Ezendu, Miss Edo Edeifo Brittany, Miss Ondo Ayegbidun Peace Olamide, and Miss Rivers Nyekachi Douglas.The top three winners were announced with Miss Ondo named Miss Lush, Miss Anambra as the first runner-up…
Apply For UN Vacancies & Recruitment (September 2024): Open Jobs/Online application below. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945, after World War II, with the aim of promoting peace, security, and cooperation among countries. It was established to prevent future conflicts and to foster international collaboration on issues such as human rights, economic development, and humanitarian assistance. The UN currently has 193 member states and operates through a complex system of specialized agencies, programs, and bodies. Open Jobs at the United NationsThe United Nations (UN) is a global organization that offers a wide range of career…
Olayemi Cardoso has sacked all CBN Directors under NIRSAL. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has sacked all directors under the Executive management of the Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agriculture Lending (NIRSAL). According to THEWILL, one of the affected personnel said the apex bank Governor, Mr Olayemi Cardoso, approved the sack on Friday. The NIRSAL executive management are: Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Abbas Umar Masanawa; Kennedy Nwaruh, Executive Director, Operations; and Olatunde Akande, NIRSAL Plc’s Executive Director, Technical. This is one in series of sacks at the CBN since Yemi Cardoso, assumed office last year. The layoff of the…
Two major reasons Victor Osimhen could not join Chelsea on summer transfer window deadline day have been revealed. The Nigeria international remains a Napoli player after the European transfer window closed on Friday night. Chelsea failed to secure a deal for the striker who has been their long-term target. Osimhen has scored 76 goals in 133 appearances for Napoli and helped the Italian side lift the Serie A title two years ago. The Blues were keen to sign Osimhen to help improve their attack, with Nicolas Jackson’s first season at the club following his £32m move. Osimhen, somewhat surprisingly, remains…
On Saturday, August 31, concerned activists and community members from around the U.S. and the African world will gather outside the Uhuru House – one of 7 Uhuru properties raided in 2022 by the FBI – at 11am for a national rally declaring “Not One Step Backwards; Hands Off Chairman Omali Yeshitela!” The rally takes place a few days before Chairman Omali Yeshitela will be in federal court on September 3 in Tampa, along with Penny Hess and Jesse Nevel, facing baseless charges that he is a secret pawn in a Russian government conspiracy to “sow discord” and “interfere in elections”.…
DSS has secured a court order to freeze 20 bank accounts of a female suspected terrorist. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Department of State Services (DSS) has secured an order from the Federal High Court in Abuja to freeze 20 different bank accounts linked to a suspected female terrorist, Aisha Abdulkarim. The accounts, domiciled in eight different banks, are to remain frozen for a period of 60 days to enable the secret police to carry out forensic investigations into the alleged acts of terrorism by the bank account operator. Justice Peter Lifu issued the order to freeze the accounts following an ex-parte application…
FG has announced a major increase in UBE matching grants. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Federal Government has increased the matching grants for state governments’ infrastructure projects under the Universal Basic Education (UBE) to N3.5 billion. This update, as reported by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), was announced by the Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, during a five-day financial training for State Universal Basic Education Boards (SUBEB) Chairmen and Board Secretaries in Ibadan. “The grant complies with Section 11 (2) of the UBE Act, 2004,” He said. “The 2024 Federal Government Statutory Allocation of the UBE…
Did you know that pineapple, everyone’s favourite tropical fruit, can be your secret ingredient for healthy hair? The sweet and tangy fruit contains nutrients that might benefit your hair. From encouraging hair growth to boosting scalp health, pineapple is a natural and effective remedy that can improve your hair health. It is high in enzymes, including bromelain, which has been shown to break down proteins, exfoliate the scalp, and stimulate hair growth. Pineapple also contains vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, manganese, and copper, which are required for healthy hair follicles and may help to prevent hair loss. Try…