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  The net worth of Africa’s richest man and President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, now stands at $30.2 billion, according to a report by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. This represented an increase of $2.25 billion year-to-date, which was supported by gains in his cement, oil, and fertiliser businesses, according to the report. The … Continue reading “Bloomberg Billionaire Index: Dangote’s Net Worth Hits $30.2b”

  Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi has directed that the Bodo-Bonny Road in Rivers State be opened to users by the end of November, with full completion and commissioning scheduled for December. Umahi gave the directive during an inspection tour of federal road projects across the South-South and South-East regions, where he assessed the … Continue reading “Umahi Directs Opening Of Bodo-Bonny Road”

  The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and the people of Nigeria on the country’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Grey List. “This milestone is a clear testament to Your Excellency’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to strengthening governance, transparency, and institutional integrity in our nation,” … Continue reading “NGF Congratulates Tinubu, Citizens On Nigeria’s Exit From FATF Grey List”

  Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed why he rejected a move to have a former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, as his successor. Obasanjo, who spoke in Abeokuta, the  Ogun State capital, revealed that the former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, had recommended El-Rufai as his successor, but he brushed it aside. The … Continue reading “Why I rejected El-Rufai As My Successor — Obasanjo”

  A senior researcher at the Bonn International Centre for Conflict Studies, Oyewole Oginni, has likened the reshuffling of service chiefs to an appraisal which he argues is normal.  President Bola Tinubu on Friday reshuffled the country’s military hierarchy, leading to claims that it was due to reports of an alleged coup. But Oginni has … Continue reading “Nigeria’s Military Shakeup A Case Of Performance Appraisal, Nothing New — Researcher”

  The Federal Government has raised healthcare insurance enrollment to cover about 20 million Nigerians, and is working to reach 44 million citizens by 2030. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, disclosed this in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, noting that the development reflects President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope … Continue reading “FG Raises Health Insurance Enrollment To 20m, Targets 44m By 2030”

  The Lagos State Government has rescued a mentally challenged woman accused of disturbing residents in a community in the Agege area of the state. The state Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, confirmed the development in a post via his verified X handle. According to him, officials from the ministry’s Rescue Team … Continue reading “Lagos Rescues Mentally Challenged Woman Accused Of Terrorising Ogba Community”

  US sports leagues rushed to get in on the multi-billion dollar bonanza of legalized betting, but the arrest of an NBA coach and player in two sprawling federal investigations show the potential cost of partnering with the gambling industry. Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, a former Detroit Pistons star and an NBA Hall … Continue reading “Gambling Scandal Shows Dangers Of NBA’s Embrace Of Betting”

  Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Radda, has approved a cabinet reshuffle involving commissioners and the appointment of two additional special advisers. The Governor expressed confidence that the reshuffle will enhance coordination, deepen sectoral expertise, and accelerate the delivery of critical programmes across education, health, agriculture, youth development, women empowerment, and social welfare. The reshuffle, … Continue reading “Gov Radda Reshuffles Cabinet”