By Joke Kujenya THE HOUSE of Representatives, in a decisive move, under the leadership of Tajudeen Abbas, has directed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to cease the implementation of the cybercrime levy with immediate effect. This directive, issued on Thursday, comes in response to concerns raised regarding the compatibility of the CBN’...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNMedia Reporter MICROSOFT Corporation (MSFT.O) has confirmed its decision to close the Africa Development Centre located in Nigeria’s commercial capital, Lagos. The company said this move, regrettably, is expected to result in job losses for employees based in the country. The centre, which was established in 202...
By Joke Kujenya THE LATEST findings from the Cadre Harmonisé (CH) report, a collaborative effort involving the International Rescue Committee (IRC) and multiple international organizations, paint a dire picture for millions across West and Central Africa. With 52 million individuals at risk of food insecurity during the upcoming lean season fr...
By Joke Kujenya THE Presidency has quashed rumours surrounding the absence of President Bola Tinubu from the country, asserting that his whereabouts are not due to medical reasons. Following his non-return to Nigeria after World Economic Forum (WEF) in Saudi Arabia, concerns emerged about Tinubu’s location. However, reacting to these speculati...
By Joke Kujenya FOLLOWING A federal trial in Camden, New Jersey, Isiaka and Bolaji Bolarinwa, a Nigerian couple residing in Burlington country, have been found guilty of coercing individuals into forced labour and related crimes. The verdict carries a potential sentence of 20 years in prison. The couple are aged 67 and 50 respectively. Evidenc...
By Blessing Obam, JKNMedia Reporter WORLD Press Freedom Day (WPFD), observed on May 3, usually honours the essential tenets of press freedom, advocates for journalists’ rights, and highlights the significance of an unfettered media in democratic settings. This year’s focus, “A Press for the Planet: Journalism in the Face of the Environmental C...
By Helen Okechukwu, JKNMedia Reporter CELEBRATING Labour Day, First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has extended appreciation to Nigerian workers for their unwavering commitment to national advancement. In her address, she praised Nigerian workforce, describing them as dedicated, resilient and innovative individuals. She expressed profound grati...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNMedia Reporter THE Federal Government of Nigeria has officially declared Wednesday, May 1, as a public holiday in commemoration of this year’s Workers’ Day celebration. This announcement came through the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tuni0Ojo, representing the FG on Tuesday, April 30. In his declaration, Tunji-Oj...
By Joke Kujenya CHAOS reportedly erupted in the Senate chamber as senators returned from their Easter and Sallah break on Tuesday, April 30. The plenary session, which commenced at approximately 11.00am, was immediately fraught with tension as lawmakers engaged in a heated dispute over seating arrangements. Senate President, Godswill Akpabio i...
By Joke Kujenya THE Federal Government of Nigeria has issued a directive for the resale of electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) currently managed by banks and the Asset Management Company of Nigeria (AMCON) within three months to reputable power operators. Currently, five DisCos are under the management of AMCON and bank leaders. These ...
