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Harsher Times Ahead for Nigeria as NNPC Says ‘Zero Remittance to Federation’ in May Due to $275m Spent on Subsidy
The three tiers of government, federal, states and local governments, are in for tough times next month as they may get less from the Federation Account, no thanks to the
Boardroom Drama: Nigeria’s Central Bank Queries First Bank for Replacing CEO Without Approval
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Wednesday queried the board of First Bank Nigeria Limited over the removal of the Managing Director/Chief Executive of the bank, Dr. Adesola Adeduntan,
In Foreign Policy Shift, Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Seeks Good Relations with Iran
Saudi Arabia’s crown prince has struck a conciliatory tone towards the kingdom’s arch-nemesis, Iran, saying he sought “good” relations after reports the rivals held secret talks recently in Baghdad. The
India’s Coronavirus Death Toll Surpasses 200,000 after Record Case Surge
India’s COVID-19 death toll surged past 200,000 on Wednesday as shortages of oxygen, medical supplies and hospital staff compounded a record number of new cases of the virus. India’s second
US to Allow Fully Vaccinated People Unmask Outdoors in Some Cases
Fully vaccinated people can safely engage in outdoor activities like walking and hiking without wearing masks but should continue to use face-coverings in public spaces where they are required, U.S.
Abuja Not Safe, Niger Governor Warns After Boko Haram Hoists Flag ‘Two Hours Drive’ from Nigeria’s Capital
A dangerous dimension has been introduced to the bandit attacks in Niger State as Governor Abubakar Sani Bello on Monday said Boko Haram terrorists have hoisted the terror group’s flag
EU Launches Legal Action Against AstraZeneca Due to Vaccine Shortages
The European Union has launched legal action against AstraZeneca for not respecting its contract for the supply of Covid-19 vaccines and for not having a “reliable” plan to ensure timely deliveries.
India Sets New Covid World Record for 5th Straight Day
India has set a new global record for a rise in daily coronavirus cases for a fifth straight day, while deaths from Covid-19 also jumped by an all-time high over
Nomadland Wins Best Picture at Oscars, Hopkins Wins over Chadwick Boseman
Nomadland won best picture while its star Frances McDormand took home the lead actress Oscar on Sunday on a night of several firsts and a return to Hollywood glamour after
Sunken Indonesian Submarine Found Broken into Pieces, 53 Crew Declared Dead
A missing Indonesian submarine has been found, broken into at least three parts, at the bottom of the Bali Sea, army and navy officials said on Sunday, as the president
