By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter NIGERIANS WILL observe a public holiday on Tuesday, October 1, to commemorate the country’s 64th Independence anniversary. The announcement was made by the federal government, reflecting on the significance of the day amidst the ongoing economic difficulties. The minister of interior, Olubunmi Tunji-...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter OVER 30 MEMBERS of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have resigned from Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU) in Bauchi State, citing poor management and unfavorable working conditions. Namo Timothy, ASUU’s Zonal Coordinator for Bauchi, disclosed the mass resignation during a press conf...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter CHIEF JUSTICE Kudirat Kekere-Ekun will officiate the swearing-in of 87 new Senior Advocates of Nigeria on Monday, September 30, 2024. The ceremony will take place at 10:00 a.m. in the main courtroom of the Supreme Court, marking the formal commencement of the 2024/2025 legal year. During this special...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia GOVERNOR UMO Eno of Akwa Ibom State has received heartfelt condolences from President Bola Tinubu following the passing of his wife, Pastor Patience Umo Eno. Extending his sympathy on behalf of the Federal Government, Tinubu expressed solidarity with the Eno family, the state, and its people, describing the l...
By Joke Kujenya NIGERIANS WOKE up Friday to the sad news of the passing away of the First Lady of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno. She passed on to glory following a brief illness. Her death occurred on Thursday, September 26, 2024, in a hospital where she was surrounded by her family. […]
By Joke Kujenya, Nigeria THOUSANDS OF women gathered in St. Petersburg, Russia, not just to attend a conference but to make their voices heard. From every corner of the globe, the women from 126 countries, brought their diverse experiences, hopes, and concerns to the 4th Eurasian Women’s Forum. It was organized by the Federation Council [&hell...
By Helen Okechukwu, JKNewsMedia Reporter A FORMER Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, faces charges of money laundering in a case involving N33.8 billion linked to Nigeria’s power projects. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said it began proceedings on July 11, 2024, with a 12-count charge against the ex-minister for consp...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter NIGERIA’s ECONOMY is receiving significant boosts from two major investments in the oil and maritime sectors. This is reflecting growing international confidence in the country’s reforms. ExxonMobil has announced its intention to invest $10 billion into Nigeria’s deep-water oil projects, ...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter AFRICA’s LONGSTANDING reliance on exporting raw minerals has trapped the continent in a cycle of poverty and underdevelopment. Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu warned that Africa’s vast resources, including platinum, cobalt, and manganese, have primarily served foreign markets, leavi...
By Joke Kujenya NIGERIA’s SENATE has confirmed Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). This confirmation follows a thorough screening process, aligning with President Bola Tinubu’s recommendation. Justice Kekere-Ekun pledged to strengthen the judiciary by enforcing a zero-tolerance policy against corruption and ens...
