Hunger Protest: Federal Government Begins Sale of 50kg Rice Bags for N40,000
Minister Idris highlighted that this measure is part of a broader effort by the Tinubu administration to alleviate the living conditions of Nigerians.
Category: Politics
Tinubu Orders NNPC to Supply Crude Oil to Dangote Refinery in Naira
President Bola Tinubu has directed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) to sell crude oil to Dangote Refinery and other upcoming refineries in Naira. This directive was announced by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, through an official post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Monday. Onanuga…
Wike Rallies Abuja Youths Against Nationwide Hunger Protests
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, is actively engaging with Abuja youths and other stakeholders to dissuade them from participating in the planned nationwide protests scheduled for August 1 to 10, which are intended to address issues of hunger and hardship. During a ministerial engagement with youths from the Abuja South Federal…
US Counters TikTok’s Lawsuit Over Forced Sale Law
Late Friday, the Justice Department submitted its response to TikTok’s civil lawsuit challenging a new law that could compel the app to be sold or face a ban in the United States. TikTok’s lawsuit, filed in a federal court in Washington, argues that the law infringes on First Amendment rights, claiming it restricts free speech….
Kamala Harris Applauds Biden’s “Unparalleled Legacy” as She Steps Into 2024 Presidential Race
On Monday, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris lauded President Joe Biden’s legacy as “unmatched in modern history” during her first public address since Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race, subsequently endorsing her candidacy. Speaking at an event held at the White House, Harris declared, “In one term, he has already surpassed the…
FCCPC Levies $220 Million Fine on Meta Platforms
On Friday, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) imposed a hefty $220 million fine on Meta, the parent company of Facebook and WhatsApp, citing alleged violations of consumer rights. Dr. Adamu Abdullahi, the acting Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive of the FCCPC, issued a statement accusing these social media platforms of infringing…
Federal Government Allocates ₦3 Trillion for New Minimum Wage, Pensions, and Gratuities
The Senate, in response, expedited the readings and referred the bills to the committees on Appropriations and Finance for further legislative input, with a report expected within a week.
Federal High Court Dismisses Nigeria’s N30 Billion Illegal Ads Lawsuit Against Meta
The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed the N30 billion lawsuit against Meta Platforms Incorporated (the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp) and its agent, AT3 Resources Limited. This lawsuit was brought by the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON). The case, identified by suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/1701/2022, was dismissed by Justice Peter Lifu…
Nigerian House of Representatives Pledges 50% Salary Donation to Combat Hunger Crisis
In a significant and unprecedented move, the Nigerian House of Representatives has committed to donating 50% of their salaries for the next six months to help alleviate the widespread hunger crisis affecting the country. This decision was made during a plenary session on Thursday, which was presided over by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas. Deputy Speaker Benjamin…
President Tinubu Approves N70,000 Minimum Wage, Pledges Regular Reviews
In a significant move, President Bola Tinubu has officially approved a new minimum wage of N70,000 for Nigerian workers. This decision was reached following a crucial meeting between the President and leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday. The announcement was…
