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Outrage as FCT Minister impose ‘radio permit’ tax on motorists
By Gbenga Odunsi, Abuja A new move by the Minister of the federal capital territory to shore up its declining revenue through the collection of radio license fees from vehicles and business owners has been roundly criticized by many residents. In the
Read MoreFACT CHECK: Is the Nigerian Army responsible for the outbreak of monkey pox in Nigeria?
By Gbenga Odunsi, Abuja A free medical outreach organized by the Nigerian army in the southeast has been described by residents as a ploy to depopulate the region. Schools in various states in the region including Imo, Anambra, and Enugu
Read MoreGbenga Daniel declares ambition for PDP National chairmanship
By Gbenga Odunsi, Abuja The former governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel has declared his ambition for the chairmanship position of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. He disclosed this on Wednesday at the Transcorp Hilton in Abuja. Mr. Daniel is
Read More40 years old, 20 years experience in banking…meet Aishah Ahmad, new CBN deputy governor
By Gbenga Odunsi, Abuja President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Aishah Ahmad as the new deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), subject to confirmation by the Senate. In a letter to the Senate, the president
Read MoreMass sack looms as FG moves to shutdown NERFUND
By Gbenga Odunsi, Abuja The federal government has made drastic move to shut down National Economic Reconstruction Fund (NERFUND) to establish a new Development Bank (DBN). AljazirahNigeria investigation reveals. NERFUND was established by Decree No. 2 of 1989 to act as a
Read MoreYouth Inclusion in Governance: Way forward for the giant of Africa at 57
By Gbenga Odunsi Nigeria attained the age 57 with a low-key independence celebration in all parts of the country. Interestingly, Nigeria remains the most populous country in Africa, and the 7th most populous country in the world. The UN Department of
Read MoreMinister of Niger Delta blast Buhari, Military at the ongoing National Security Summit
By Gbenga Odunsi, Abuja Minister of Niger Delta, Usani Ugugu Usani has condemned the actions of president Buhari, and the military on the manner it handled Biafra agitations. The Minister, in an on-going National Security Summit in Uyo, stressed that
Read MoreHas fuel, gas price come down to N87 – FCT civil servants reject NBS report on recession
By Gbenga Odunsi, Abuja The news of Nigeria’s exit from recession did not only come as a shock but also generated much controversy. While many are of the opinion that the recession is still hitting hard in the economy, others
Read MoreOoni of Ife: AljazirahNigeria has been vindicated over collapsed marriage
By Gbenga Odunsi, Abuja AljazirahNigeria has been vindicated over the failed marriage of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi and his wife, Olori Wuraola Ogunwusi. AljazirahNigeria had published a report on a failed marriage of the Ooni of
Read MoreREVEALED: APC gov’ship candidate set to mortgage Anambra if elected as Governor (See Documents)
By Gbenga Odunsi, Abuja Tony Nwoye, controversial APC Governorship candidate is set to mortgage Anambra state if elected as Governor. According to a document revealed to AljazirahNigeria by a source who does not want his name on print, Mr Nwoye
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