Direct CBN to suspend ATM fee hike pending court verdict, SERAP tells Tinubu
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to “direct Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to suspend the implementation of the increase in Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction fees, pending the hearing and determination of the lawsuit before the Federal High Court…NGO tasks FG, South-East govs on development of region
Tribune Online NGO tasks FG, South-East govs on development of region The Federal Government, national assembly, and the South-East Governors have been charged to develop and implement programmes and policies that would drive human capital development in the region. The Executive Director of the Orlu Progressive Initiative and Convener of South-East Peace &…
Tinubu committed to boosting Nigeria’s Food Security, warns against land grabbing ~Amb. Tuggar
Tinubu committed to boosting Nigeria’s Food Security, warns against land grabbing ~Amb. Tuggar Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, on Sunday, 1st March, 2025 assured farmers and pastoralists in Udobo, Gamawa , Bauchi State, of the Federal Government’s commitment to safeguarding land rights while boosting agricultural productivity…
“No vacancy in Aso Rock in 2027” – APC national secretary declares
The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Bashir Ajibola, has declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will seek re-election in 2027, stating emphatically that there is “no vacancy in Aso Rock.” Ajibola made the statement over the weekend in Ilorin, Kwara State, during a multi-billion naira agriculture and human capital development empowerment…
Even in Saudi Arabia, UAE where Ramadan is deeply revered schools remain open — CAN tells northern states
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has criticized the directive to close all schools in Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi States for up to five weeks during Ramadan, calling it a violation of students’ rights. CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, expressed concerns over the decision, stating that it disrupts education and worsens the already high…
Arab world, aid groups slam Israel’s block on Gaza aid
Israel stopped the entry of essential aid into the Gaza Strip on Sunday, following a decision by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, drawing a strong rebuke from the United Nations, regional powers Egypt and Saudi Arabia, and humanitarian organizations. The move is in response to what Netanyahu’s office called “Hamas’ refusal” to accept an outline for…
KZN floods | Mop-up operations continue after flooding, mudslides
Sunday 02 March 2025 – 09:15am DURBAN – As mop-up operations continue, the KwaZulu-Natal Human Settlements Department is relocating flood victims to temporary accommodation. Communities are rebuilding after severe weather conditions claimed 11 lives in the past week. eNCA reporter Nkosikhona Malinga-Mnisi is on the ground.
Elon Musk slams Ukrainian President Zelensky of prolonging war: ‘Cruel and inhumane’
Elon Musk criticised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on X, calling his decision to continue the war with Russia “cruel and inhumane.” Musk also highlighted declining US support for Zelensky, citing a report showing a drop in public confidence…
Ministers expected to axe ‘right to switch off’ in coming week
Ministers are expected to axe plans to give people a right to “switch off” outside work hours, reports have suggested. The policy was a central part of Sir Keir Starmer’s manifesto promise of a “New Deal for Working People” aimed at strengthening employment rights. It did not appear in the Employment Bill which is currently…