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The lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, failed to appear before the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions on Wednesday, which is investigating her conduct during last week’s plenary session. The female lawmaker had previously engaged in a heated exchange with Senate President Godswill Akpabio over seat allocation. Akpoti-Uduaghan also accused Akpabio of publicly humiliating her and obstructing her motions and bills on the Senate floor. Her refusal to accept the new seating arrangement led to the Senate President denying her the opportunity to speak during the session.In response, the Senate referred the matter to its…

The Rivers State Government says it is yet to receive the resolutions of the State House of Assembly regarding the Supreme Court’s judgment delivered on February 28, 2025. On Monday, the Rt. Hon. Martins Amaewhule-led assembly had during its sitting issued Governor Siminalayi Fubara a 48-hour ultimatum to present the 2025 budget of the State before it. In a letter addressed to the Speaker of the House and signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Tammy Danagogo, the government clarified that as of close of work on March 4, neither the governor’s office, the deputy Governor, nor the…

President Bola Tinubu has described former President Olusegun Obasanjo on his 88th birthday as “controversial” while eulogising the latter’s contributions to nation-building. Tinubu in a statement signed on Wednesday, also described the former statesman as an “extraordinary leader ” whose contributions to Nigeria’s development remain indelible. According to Tinubu, Obasanjo’s regular interventions in national affairs, although sometimes controversial, have helped shape public policies and put leaders in check. “Sometimes controversial, former President Obasanjo’s regular interventions in national affairs have helped shape public policies and acted as a check on leadership. “At 88, the former president is still gaining strength. I…

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle made a big splash on Monday when he released the squad list for Nigeria’s games against Rwanda and Zimbabwe this March, Soccernet.ng reports. The Malian tactician, appointed in January, cast a wide net with a 39-man provisional list ahead of Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. It was a squad that ticked several boxes — combining the experience of established stars with the promise of fresh faces. The inclusion of Nigerian league players and the recall of long-forgotten names signalled a new era of meritocracy and open-door policy. Eric Chelle after the Nigeria Football…

The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has presented a certificate of approval to FirstBank Group to commence construction of its eco-friendly headquarters in Eko Atlantic City. Sanwo-Olu made the presentation during his speech at the ground-breaking ceremony held on Wednesday. The bank has announced that it is constructing a 40-storey edifice, set to be the tallest building in Nigeria. It described the project as an engineering and environmental marvel, featuring technologically advanced, eco-friendly, and sophisticated construction that will set a new standard for the financial services sector in Africa. He said, “FirstBank, as always, has taken the lead. I…

In Summary:According to UNCTAD data, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) flows to Africa declined to around $45 billion, representing only roughly 3.5% of global FDI.In Africa, Egypt leads the list of countries with the highest FDI due to mergers and acquisitions. As of 2024, Egypt has received over $35 billion in FDI, which was one-third of Africa’s total FDI.China is currently considered the largest foreign investor in Africa, contributing significantly to the overall FDI figures. This article highlights how much each country has received in FDI, their key sectors that attract the investment and their projected rank due to the FDI they stand…

Idowu Abdullahi The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that the United States’ temporary halt in healthcare funding will not hinder malaria elimination efforts in the country. The Minister of State for Health, Dr Iziaq Salako, disclosed that the apex government was working on a policy to ensure the funding gap was bridged by the President Bola Tinubu-led administration. PUNCH Healthwise reports that after his inauguration, US President, Donald Trump, signed an executive order to immediately pause the country’s foreign aid to ensure they are efficient and consistent with US foreign policy under the ‘America First agenda.’ The aid is funded…

Fresh off the release of his two-track drop, Lojay returns with a brand-new single, ‘Somebody Like You‘—a reflective and emotional song about longing for love, navigating past heartbreak, and searching for a connection that fills the void. The track opens with a nostalgic memory of Summertime in Abuja, where Lojay recalls moments of closeness with someone he once loved. He reminisces about the simplicity of their bond before things grew complicated (Reliving the simpler days when we had no shame in abundance), setting the tone for a song filled with yearning and introspection. Somebody Like You carries a melancholic yet…

The Lakers’ 40-year-old superstar, LeBron James, became the NBA’s first 50,000-point man Tuesday night. James came into the Lakers’ game against the New Orleans Pelicans needing a point to reach 50,000 combined points for his career in the regular season and postseason. He reached the milestone on his first shot, connecting on a 3-pointer from the left wing off a Luka Doncic feed to put the Lakers up 13-6 with 8:34 remaining in the first quarter. During an ensuing timeout, Lakers public address announcer Lawrence Tanter called out the accomplishment, telling the crowd, “Ladies and gentlemen, we all have just…

A 22-year-old apprentice, Amos Dauda, appeared before a Kaduna Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday for allegedly stealing his employer’s industrial sewing machines. The defendant, who lives in Goni-gora Kaduna, is standing trial for theft. The prosecutor, Insp Chidi Leo, told the court that Samson Williams, of Federal Housing Goni-gora, reported the case at the Police station on Feb. 28. READ ALSO:Police disperse Senator Natasha’s supporters with teargas He alleged that the defendant, in conspiracy with two others still at large, burgled his employer’s shop and stole two industrial sewing machines along with various customer fabrics, with the total value yet…