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Group Demands Probe Into ₦700.7m Public Funds Spent on First Lady’s Foreign Trips 0
- NEWS, SLIDE
- August 31, 2026
The Transparency and Accountability Group has called for an investigation into the use of public funds to finance the foreign travels of First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, following records indicating that $553,884 was released for five overseas trips between 2023 and 2024. The group’s convener, Comrade Ayo Ologun, raised the demand after records obtained from GovSpend
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Where Are The Benefits? – Falana Tackles FG Over Subsidy Savings Account 0
- NEWS, SLIDE
- August 31, 2026
Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has challenged the Federal Government to explain how Nigerians are benefiting from the funds saved following the removal of the petrol subsidy. Falana made the call during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, arguing that despite increased revenue available to the Federal, state
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‘That’s Not Me’ – Adeleke Speaks On Delivering Osun For Tinubu In 2027 Elections 0
- NEWS, SLIDE
- August 31, 2026
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has reaffirmed his commitment to delivering the state’s votes to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the forthcoming election, saying his fear of God prevents him from making promises he does not intend to keep. Adeleke spoke on Sunday while receiving the National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ajibola
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Dangote Refinery May Restrict Petrol Supply to Importing Marketers 0
- BUSINESS, SLIDE
- August 31, 2026
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals may restrict the supply of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to major oil marketers that continue to import petrol into Nigeria, amid concerns over product quality, blending and market transparency. A source familiar with the refinery’s position said the proposed measure could take effect as early as this week, subject
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FG Targets 20,000 Medical Students Annually, Plans Simulation Centres Across Nigeria 0
- HEALTH, SLIDE
- August 31, 2026
The Federal Government has set a target of admitting 20,000 students into Nigerian medical schools annually within the next three years, while planning to establish medical simulation centres across the country’s six geopolitical zones. The initiative is aimed at expanding Nigeria’s healthcare workforce and improving practical training for medical professionals amid concerns over the continued
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US Resumes Strikes On Iran Over Strait Of Hormuz 1
- NEWS, SLIDE
- August 31, 2026
The United States has carried out air strikes against two Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first US attacks on Iran since late July. US Navy Captain Tim Hawkins, a spokesman for US Central Command (CENTCOM), said the strikes were conducted on Sunday after American forces observed members
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