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Why Nigerians Are Skeptical About Fresh Loans

December 21, 2019 3:44 am

Fellow Nigerians, I have a plea to make very humbly today. But before I do so, allow me to offer some explanations. I have no problems with the government of President Muhammadu Buhari seeking and accepting loans from anywhere on planet earth. I’m a realist and I know Nigeria needs all the grants, aid, loans and whatever financial benevolence it can get to eliminate the atrocious infrastructure deficits currently plaguing our dear beloved country. There is no miracle that can change our squalid state in the shortest possible time. Nigeria is not alone in trying to use loans to rescue …

Nigerians Don’t Value Democracy – Sen. Abdullahi

December 20, 2019 4:44 am

Senator Sabi Abdullahi, the Niger state lawmaker behind the controversial hate speech bill, has stated that renovation of the National Assembly complex which was built in 1999 is long overdue.

Abdullahi, reacting to the outcry from Nigerians, said that the N37bn project is not on the high side as the NASS complex was bigger inside than what it looks like on the outside.

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The senator stressed that the renovation of the building has been delayed for 20 years, adding that Nigerians do not value democracy in the country.…

FG Plans Return Of Nigerians Detained In Bosnia Herzegovina

December 15, 2019 8:54 am

The Federal Government has disclosed that the two Nigerians in Bosnia Camps are hale and hearty and are expected to return to Nigeria any moment from now.

The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, (NIDCOM) Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa explained that this followed series of diplomatic interventions from the Nigerian Mission in Hungary and, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyema, who directed for full investigations to be carried out.

Recalled that the two students of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), Abia Alexandro Uchenna and Eboh Kenneth Chinedu, who attended an international table tennis competition in Croatia, ended up in a …

Christmas: Police Warn Nigerians, List Safety Tips

December 12, 2019 11:34 am

We are in the festive period, this is the time people travel most to see their loved ones, time to bound and keep up with friends and families. As significant as this period is, it is important to note that not only will the road be busy especially those coming from Lagos, Abuja and other urban places, this is also when we record high cases of accident and kidnapping on the highway.

The Nigeria Police Public Relations Department in its bid to inform and sensitize the public has come out to list ways to have a safe trip, especially …

168 Stranded Nigerians Return From Libya

December 6, 2019 9:17 am

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Friday received another batch of 168 stranded Nigerian returnees from Libya.

The Acting Coordinator, NEMA Lagos Territorial Office, Mr Ibrahim Farinloye, received the returnees on behalf of the Director-General of NEMA at the cargo wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos.

Farinloye told newsmen that the returnees arrived in the country aboard a chartered Al Buraq airline with flight number UZ289/190 at 5:42 a.m after 12 hours delay.

He said that 38 female adults, five female children were returned with 109 adult males, six male children and 10 infants, among others.

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Osinbajo Task Nigerians On Selfless Service To Humanity

December 1, 2019 5:01 pm
The Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo; Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola; former Heads of State, General Yakubu Gowon and General Abdulsalami Abubakir, have charged Nigerians on selfless service to humanity, describing it as ultimate to national development and nation building.
They called on Nigerians to imbibe philanthropic spirit by dedicating their wealth and resources to serve God and to impact positively on the lives of others.
The four eminent Nigerians stated this on Saturday during the unveiling and dedication of Owa Ofokutu (Memorial) Ecumenical Centre (OOFEC), in Ilesa, Osun State.
Owa Ofokutu, was the Paramount Ruler of Ijesa land from
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Stop Using 12.5kg Cylinders As Camp Gas – Nigerians Warned

November 30, 2019 8:11 am

The Standards Organisation of Nigeria has cautioned Nigerians to stay away from used gas cylinders because they are potential bombs waiting to explode.

The standard agency issued the warning following the seizure of five thousand imported LPG Cylinders that failed standards specifications.

Describing the cylinders as highly dangerous to use, it was noted that higher cylinder capacities like 12.5 kg and above can not be used as camp gas.

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The continued usage of imported used gas cylinders is said to be responsible for the many avoidable cylinder explosions across the …

Hate Speech Bill: Buhari Wants To Gag Nigerians – CAN

November 29, 2019 9:16 am

The  Christain Association of Nigeria (CAN) has raised the alarm over the controversial Hate Speech Bill, which it claimed is a ploy by the Buhari-led administration to gag Nigerians.

CAN said the bill is meant to distract Nigerians from discussing topical issues that have direct effect on their survival and wellbeing such as poverty, corruption and the provision of good health facilities, among others.

CAN Director of Legal and Public Affairs, Kwamkur Samuel Vondip, said in a statement that the body was concerned about ongoing national debates and outcry over the proposed bill.

He encouraged governments at all levels and …

Why Nigerians Are Not Connecting With Political Leaders

November 27, 2019 12:23 pm

GOING by the wisdom of the sage, great leaders are characterized by their ability to create positive impacts on the lives of their subjects. They achieve this feat by placing heavy emphasis on the understanding that the economy would look after itself if democracy is protected; human rights adequately taken care of, and the rule of law strictly adhered to.

In effect, their nation’s affairs are centrally planned over a period of time with their actions spelt out for both normal and contingency conditions. By contrast, for Nigeria, like other nations with not-too-impressive leadership, in addition to non-possession of …

Nigerians React To The Social Media Bill

November 23, 2019 1:41 pm
Earlier today, the hashtag trending on twitter was #saynotosocialmediabill#. The bill, ‘Protection from Internet Falsehood and Manipulations Bill, 2019’ was introduced on Tuesday, November 5 and according to the sponsor of the legislation, it will curb fake news on the internet.

However, Nigerians are not ready to have this bill and there have been different reactions and actions taken to end this bill. Below are some of these reactions:

Comrade Deji Adeyanju@adeyanjudeji

Every Senator that endorses the Social Media or Hate Speech Bill should receive VISA BAN.

Join us as we next week.

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Accepting Hate Speech Bill Will Make Nigerians Slaves – FFK

November 22, 2019 9:13 am

Former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani Kayode writes:

 

The Social Media Bill and the Hate Speech Bill are the greatest threats to democracy and freedom of expression in the history of Nigeria.

If the National Assembly makes the mistake of passing either or both of these two Bills Nigerians will suffer the consequences for many generations to come and human rights, liberty and freedom will be a thing of the past in our country.

I would urge Nigerians not to view this matter with their usual indifference, complacency, docility, stoicism and lily-livered cowardice because the whole thing is …

Nigerians To Pay More Tax As Senate Approves 7.5% VAT Hike

November 21, 2019 11:57 am

The  Nigerian Senate on Thursday passed the Finance Bill which seeks to amend seven acts of the National Assembly related to taxes payable in the country.

The bill titled ‘Nigeria Tax And Fiscal Law (Amendment) Bill (Finance Bill) 2019’, sought the increment of the Value Added Tax (VAT) payable by Nigerians from 5 percent to 7.5 percent. Other amended Tax Acts as contained in the finance bill include: Company Income Tax, Personal Income Tax, Custom and Excise Tax, Stamp Duties Act and the Capital Gains Tax.

A majority of Senators expressed their opinions before voting commenced on the Finance Bill.…

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