The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Financial Derivatives Company Limited, Bismarck Rewane, has projected that the Nigerian economy would grow by 3.5 per cent by 2026, pushing the country’s gross domestic product to approximately $400bn. He disclosed this at the Access Bank Customer Forum held in Lagos on Thursday. “The Nigerian economy will…
The Presidential Livestock Reform Committee on Thursday proposed that a combination of ranching and open grazing could be the most viable solution to the farmer-herder crisis in Nigeria. Co-chairman of the committee, Prof. Attahiru Jega, disclosed this to State House Correspondents after presenting a 152-page inception report on livestock reforms. Jega emphasised that while the…
In a significant move aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of policing across the nation, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate redeployment of the Commissioners of Police (CPs) for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Rivers State, and Delta State. This strategic reshuffle reflects the IGP’s commitment to optimising police operations and…
By Idowu Bankole The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has called on political parties to suspend all campaign activities ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Edo State. The Commission made this known In a statement signed by Sam Olumekun, National Commissioner & Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, saying all campaigns by political parties must…
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has been arrested following a midnight sting operation conducted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The arrest comes amidst ongoing investigations into allegations of money laundering and fraud involving a staggering ₦80.2 billion. Details of the Arrest Bello’s arrest was executed after months of evasion, during which…
In the wake of a tragic road accident in Kaduna State that resulted in the deaths of at least 40 Muslim worshippers, President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) to improve monitoring on highways and implement measures to reduce road accidents nationwide. The directive comes as the nation mourns the loss…
A tragic road accident in Kaduna State has claimed the lives of at least 40 Muslim worshippers who were travelling to celebrate Eid-el-Maulud, marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad. The incident occurred on September 15, 2024, near the town of Lere, when an overcrowded bus collided with an oncoming truck. Details of the Incident The…
In response to concerns over the security of the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System (IPPIS) database, the Federal Government of Nigeria has issued a strong assurance that the system remains secure and has not been compromised. This statement comes from the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF), addressing recent allegations of potential…
The decision by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) to sell petrol from the Dangote Refinery at prices higher than imported fuel has raised eyebrows among oil marketers in Nigeria. The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has questioned the logic behind this pricing strategy, arguing that it defeats the purpose of having…
Egogonewshub.com: Many people say you have been running away from being interviewed. How do you respond to that? Akpakomiza: I have been all over the State campaigning. I spoke myself.I talked about my manifesto, and granted interviews to Pressmen. No. I am not running away from anybody. I am actually a quiet person.I prefer to…
