Author: David Great

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno, on Wednesday, signed the state’s N358.7 billion 2024 budget into law. Speaking at the ceremony, Professor Zulum said that the budget was made up of N208.4 billion capital expenditure and N150.4 billion recurrent expenditure. He charged heads of government ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) and members of the state executive council to ensure compliance with the budget in all their official engagements. The governor also commended the state House of Assembly for approving the budget on time. “We have to commend the leadership of the House of Assembly; we also have to commend the maturity…

The presidency has debunked reports that the duo of Mr. Babatunde Irukera and Alexander Okoh were dismissed from their duty posts as heads of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) and Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE), respectively, stating they were relieved of their duties instead. In a statement by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Tinubu, Bayo Onanuga, the exit of duo of Irukera and Okoh was not a dismissal but a relief of their duties. “I have followed the concerns in the media on the report that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu dismissed Babatunde Irukera EVC/CEO,…

In the ever-evolving world of betting and gambling, where players seek both excitement and financial gains, the interplay between luck and skill has always been a central topic of discussion. Whether you’re a seasoned bettor or someone considering dipping their toes into the world of wagering, understanding the dynamics of luck and skill is essential. Moreover, as technological advancements have paved the way for online betting platforms like 1xbet to flourish, the choice of deposit methods can also influence the balance between luck and skill in your betting journey. In this article, we will delve into the intriguing relationship between…

The Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) said on Wednesday that it would broadcast all 52 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) matches from January 13 to February 11, 2024, in Ivory Coast. Following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Afro Sports, Africa’s leading television network announced this on its X account. “NTA signs Memorandum of Understanding with Afro Sports for transmission of 52 matches of Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire.” the broadcaster announced on its X handle. Chronicle NG earlier reported that Multichoice, the parent firm of DStv, said last Wednesday that the 2023 African Cup of Nations…

By Vitalis Obidiaghaa Yesterday evening, I went to the barber’s shop to have my hair cut. There, I met two elderly gentlemen who also came for the same purpose. As we sat down at the lounge, waiting for our turns to be attended to by the barbers, there was a programme on Channels Television, focusing on the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who was live on Channel’s Politics Today, setting the records straight on the consultancy contract between New Planet Project Limited and the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. According to the report, New Planet Project Limited was…

Chelsea suffered an embarrassing 1-0 defeat at Middlesbrough in the first leg of their League Cup semi-final on Tuesday with Hayden Hackney’s goal giving host something to hold onto before the second leg. The 21-year-old Hackney’s silky finish from an Isaiah Jones pass stunned the visitors in the 37th minute at the Riverside Stadium and the hosts defended superbly to take a slender advantage to Stamford Bridge. Chelsea only had themselves to blame though as they dominated possession but squandered a host of chances — the biggest culprit being Cole Palmer who failed to hit the target twice in the…

NNPC Limited is expected to supply four crude cargoes from its February programme to the $20 billion Dangote refinery, which is poised to begin operations after years of construction delays, three sources with direct knowledge of the matter told the news agency, Reuters. What will be Africa’s biggest refinery has said it could begin test runs as early as this week, adding that it has received six initial crude cargoes. OPEC member Nigeria currently relies on imports for most of the fuel it consumes. Still, the Dangote refinery is expected to make it self-sufficient and able to export fuel to…

The Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON) has called on Lagosride (LagRide) management to urgently adopt a worker-friendly policy for the safety of its members and their property. The union made the call in a statement by its spokesperson, Jossy Olawale, on Tuesday in Lagos. It said the call was necessitated by the loss of its first national deputy president, Padmore Adebayo, on Monday while carrying out his duty. “As a union, our demand for adequate regulation and welfare of platform workers remains unflinching and relentless until ‘Victoria ascerta’. “Our call to the Lagosride management is to render…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State on Tuesday approved the payment of N1.2 billion to fully offset the gratuities of the state’s civil servants who retired in 2014. Aiyedatiwa also approved N320 million for payment of monthly pensions. Sina Adeyeye, the press officer at the Office of the Head of Service, stated in Akure that cheques would be presented to the retirees on Thursday. “As part of efforts to settle the backlog of gratuity of state retirees, the governor, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has approved N1.2 billion to fully offset gratuity of the 2014 set of retirees. “Gratuities of those who…

Lt Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, Chief of Army Staff, has stated that the Nigerian Army has detained the soldier who chastised Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for ordering the arrest of his colleague and three other motorcyclists for driving against traffic on the Lagos-Badagry expressway. Lagbaja stated that the Army is dissatisfied with the soldier’s actions, which violate the force’s discipline. While speaking to the media in Enugu on Tuesday about the troops’ actions, Lagbaja stated that the soldiers in question had been detained and that an investigation into others who had done similarly was proceeding. “The Army has investigated, and…