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 Some northerners creating impression Tinubu hates north – Atiku’s ex-aide Bwala Daniel Bwala, ex-aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has suggested that some northerners in President Bola Tinubu’s government are creating the impression that the President hates the north. Bwala stated that Tinubu does not hate northern Nigeria neither does the zone hate him. The statement comes after the controversy surrounding the arraignment of the malnourished #EndBadGovernance protesters.  Uproar and public outcry greeted the arraignment of protesters, mostly minors, who participated during the recent #EndBadGovernance protest. Following the outcry, Tinubu on Monday directed the immediate release of all the detainees. However, Bwala urged the President to use unconventional approach in engaging with the northern elites. “The president @officialABAT does not hate the Northern Nigeria; neither does the North hate President Tinubu. It seems the northerners around the president are either crea

 PRESS RELEASE IGP RECEIVES REPORT ON CARE, WELFARE OF YOUNG DETAINEES; ASSURES OF FOLLOW THROUGH ON RECOMMENDATIONS Following the recent remand and subsequent arraignment of some young individuals on Friday, 1st November, the Inspector-General of Police while in Algiers, Algeria for the African Union Mechanism for Police Cooperation committee meeting directed investigation into the conditions surrounding the care and welfare of these young persons while in Police detention facilities.   Upon receiving the investigative report today in Glasgow, where the IGP is currently participating in Interpol General Assembly, the IGP vowed to thoroughly examine it and take necessary actions to address any procedural lapses or concerns.  To further ensure professionalism in investigation with emphasis on child-friendly investigation and care, the IGP has summoned all DCs CID and Heads of Investigation Units to a conference and workshop on November 7, 2024, at the Police Resource Center, Jabi. The N

 Former Delta Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa Arrested By EFCC Over Alleged Diversion Of N1.3trn By Freeborn Abraye Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested a former Governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, for alleged diversion of N1.3 trillion 13% derivation fund from the federation account between 2015 and 2023. Okowa was arrested on Monday, November 4, 2024, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, when he reported at the Port Harcourt Directorate of the EFCC on the invitation of investigators handling his matter. The former governor was alleged to have failed to render accounts of the funds as well as another N40 billion he allegedly claimed he used to acquire shares in UTM Floating Liquefied Natural Gas. Specifically, Okowa allegedly bought shares worth N40 billion in one of the major banks in the country representing 8% equity to float the offshore LNG. The funds were alleged to be used for other purposes. Investigators are also investigating the diversion o

 Before you come to my page to type nonsense check ur account balance - Bobrisky gives stern warning to Natizen Nigeria controversial cross dressers and influencer Okuneye Idris Olarewaju aka Bobrisky have send warning to Natizen who are fun of monkry and typing nonsense on her page. On the post via is verified Instagram handle Bobrisky lecture natizen to check their account balance before they typed nonsense on her or his page. Bobrisky also address his /her travel as she confirmed that he have jet out of the country because she need to attend to his health and sanity ( ability to think straight) He said view Nigeria security agent try to frustrated him but God pass them. He done Japa  Here is Bobrisky write up as she wrote  Yes I’m here to confirm I’m out of Nigeria temporarily… I need to attend to my sanity and my health. Few Nigeria security agencies try everything to frustrate me but naaa i gat God. Imagine !!! buying business class ticket 3 times. only 1 was successful. @klm I ho

 Why did you like fake life, Fans react as Nollywood Actress and Box office Funke Akindele aquire new car Many have been reacting to the post of the Nigeria film makers Funke Akindele as the actress  post a picture standing infront of brand new car on her social media. The actress via her verified social media handle make a caption along with the post which she wrote I beg no be my car oo na borrow post Fans and colleagues troops to her comment section to react on the Post More photos below. 

 We don't build players in ElKanaemi, We build Structure - Coach Zubair Coach Aliyu Zubair, Head Coach of Nigeria’s Flying Eagles and El-Kanemi Warriors, has credited the success of El-Kanemi Warriors' current unbeaten streak in the NPFL season to their strong team structure rather than individual player development. Speaking at the Kwara SWAN Sports Hard Talk, Coach Zubair emphasized that his focus is on building a robust, disciplined team framework where both regular starters and bench players receive the same training intensity and tactical preparation. This, he believes, is the key to El-Kanemi Warriors being the only unbeaten team after 10 games this season, despite his recent absence due to WAFU B National duties. He noted that the team’s philosophy centers around training and discipline for all players, ensuring readiness across the squad, regardless of starting status.  “We don’t build players; we build structure,” Coach Zubair stated, highlighting that such consistency

 Fuel Crisis: Kyari must go – Protesters storm NNPC towers in Abuja  Several Nigerians, especially youths have stormed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL towers in Abuja, demanding the immediate resignation of Group Chief Executive Officer of the company, Mele Kyari. The protesters, led by some Civil Society Organizations, CSO described Kyari’s leadership as incompetent, citing skyrocketing fuel prices, endless fuel queues, and economic hardship in Nigeria. The protesters carrying placards with different inscriptions such as “we demand the immediate resignation of Kyari”, amongst others, said the leadership of the NNPCL boss has failed. One of the conveners, Abdullahi Bilal who addressed journalists called for an end to “fraudulent fuel subsidy” and alleged importation of adulterated fuel, stating that it is a harmful practice that must stop immediately. “Today, we call for the immediate resignation of Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Na

 Spain rescuers search underground parking as fresh flooding hits Barcelona The Spanish city of Barcelona has been hit by flooding on Monday, as search and rescue efforts continue following devastating flooding around Valencia last week. Spain's state meteorological agency has placed parts of Catalonia on red alert for torrential rain, with local media showing footage of cars partially submerged on a highway. Parts of the Barcelona's El Prat airport, the second largest in the country, have been flooded. More than 80 flights have been cancelled or delayed, while rail services have been suspended. A similar weather event, which hit the Valencia region with a year's worth of rain last week, has caused at least 217 deaths. On Monday, rescuers focused their efforts on searching for missing people in underground car parks. The storm caught many victims in their vehicles on roads and in underground spaces, such as car parks, tunnels and garages, where rescue operations are particu

 The Plateau State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with international NGOs; Both Ends Believing (BEB) and Association of Orphanages and Homes operators in Nigeria to create digital identities for children in orphanages.  The MoU aims to find permanent, safe, and caring families for children in orphanages. Through the Children First Software, the MoU will help children living in institutions unite with loving families. Governor Caleb Mutfwang, represented by the State Commissioner for Women affairs, Caroline Panglang Dafur, said the state would support the initiative and also track fake orphanages operating in the state and prosecute anyone involved in child trafficking.

 Mrs. Bianca Ojukwu has officially assumed office as the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs.  Mrs Ojukwu was received by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, alongside top management and senior staff of the Ministry. She pledged her commitment to building on the Tinubu administration’s "4D" foreign policy framework, which focuses on Democracy, Development, Diplomacy, and Diaspora. The Minister emphasized the importance of strengthening diplomatic ties globally and promoting sustainable international relationships. One more photo below. 

 A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an arrest warrant for Dana Air Managing Director, Hathiramani Ranesh, after he failed to appear in court for trial.  Justice Obiora Egwuatu granted the order on Monday following an application from the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, who filed six charges against Ranesh and two others. The judge directed that Ranesh must appear in court on January 13, 2025, before any preliminary objections will be considered.

 Lost phone leads to CP charges for a Kentucky man. According to the Madisonville Kentucky Police, a citizen found a lost phone earlier this week. As the individual who discovered the phone began to look for clues as to its owner on the device, he came across disturbing content. After the phone was turned over to the police, authorities executed a search warrant for the device. They were then able to confirm the disturbing content and identify the owner of the phone.  Detectives brought 40-year-old William Mayes in for questioning and he admitted to downloading and viewing the CP found on the device. William Mayes was taken into custody at the Hopkins County, Kentucky jail and his bond has been set at $10,000.

 An off duty California deputy saves child from car stuck on railroad tracks with only seconds to spare. Michael Castaneda is a deputy with the San Bernardino Sheriff's Department, however his heroics on a September afternoon occurred when he was off duty and heading home. Castaneda was behind a car at a railroad crossing when the gate began to close. As the driver tried to get out of the predicament the situation only became even more dire when the vehicle became stuck in gravel. When Castaneda noticed that instead of running away, the female driver was frantically trying to remove something from the backseat, he realized there must be another passenger. Castaneda sprang into action jumping from his vehicle and barreling headlong into the life or death race. As he approached he saw the woman place one child on the ground as she climbed back in to retrieve a second child. Castaneda sprinted into the fray and scooped the child up from the ground and ran as the mother ran the opposit

 Texas man found guilty of taking the life of his stepdaughter's ex after he threatened to share her nude photos.  A Texas jury has found 42-year-old Jessie Brown guilty in the 2015 shooting death of John Franco. According to witnesses, Brown had become enraged with Franco after he had threatened to share indecent photos of Brown's stepdaughter.  Brown and 2 other individuals had driven around with the intention of assaulting Franco if they found him. However when their paths crossed with Franco, Brown exited the vehicle and discharged a firearm through the driver's side window of Franco's vehicle. The round fatally struck Franco in the upper left side of his head. Jessie Brown was sentenced to 40-years in prison.

 As political tensions rise in Assam ahead of the by-polls, another incident of pre-poll violence has been reported from the Samaguri Assembly constituency. The incident occurred in Juria, within the Samaguri Assembly seat, which is set to go to the polls on November 13. A BJP worker, identified as Akbar Ali, was allegedly attacked by unidentified miscreants while returning home from the Kesakhaiti market in Samaguri. Ali sustained serious injuries in the attack and was initially treated at the Kawoimari health center. Due to the severity of his injuries, he was later referred to a hospital in Nagaon for further medical attention. This attack follows a previous incident of pre-poll violence on October 15, where another BJP worker was killed in the Samaguri constituency, highlighting a concerning trend of escalating violence as the by-election approaches. Despite the rising tensions, election campaigning is in full swing across the constituency. The BJP candidate, Diplu Ranjan Sarma, is

 GOV. SANWO-OLU RECEIVES UK SECRETARY OF STATE FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS, COMMONWEALTH & DEVT. AFFAIRS, HON. DAVID LAMMY AT LAGOS HOUSE, MARINA, ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4TH, 2024  Today, I welcomed Rt. Hon. David Lammy, the UK Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Commonwealth, and Development Affairs, to Lagos House, Marina. Hon. Lammy praised our developmental progress in Lagos, particularly in transportation, the environment, and infrastructure. He also highlighted the need for increased collaboration between London and Lagos. I shared that our Greater Lagos vision aims to establish our city as a global economic hub, which drives our developmental strategy outlined in the THEMES+ agenda. I reaffirmed our commitment to nurturing the creative economy, advancing infrastructure development, and implementing sustainable environmental policies.   Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu and UK Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Commonwealth & Development Affairs, Hon. David La

 PRESS RELEASE IGP ARRIVES 92ND INTERPOL GENERAL ASSEMBLY IN UK WITH DELEGATES. Harps on Global Networking for Improved Policing  The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, and other delegates from Nigeria have joined other Heads of Police Agencies and Police Chiefs from the 196 INTERPOL member countries to attend the 92nd INTERPOL General Assembly at Glasgow, United Kingdom from today 4th to Thursday 7th November 2024. The Nigerian delegation, led by the Honorable Minister of Police Affairs, Sen. Dr. Ibrahim Gaidam, and the IGP accompanied by the Vice President INTERPOL Africa, AIG Garba Umar, mni (rtd), CP INTERPOL CP Olaolu Adegbite, the Principal Staff Officer to the IGP CP Johnson Adenola, and others, will also hold  bilateral meetings with members of Europol and delegates of other countries represented to discuss security issues as it pertains to global partnerships, governance and data processing in addition to general policing capabilities and org

 Israeli Army captures alleged Iranian intelligence operative in Syria The Israeli military said they have detained a man in Syria allegedly gathering intelligence on Israel’s army in the border area. In a statement, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) identified the man as Ali Soleiman al-Assi, a Syrian national, describing him as “an Iranian terror network operative.” The IDF said al-Assi was “detained” and transferred to Israel, and that the operation took place “in recent months.” “His activities included gathering intelligence on IDF troops in the border area for future terror activity of the network,” the IDF said. Video footage released by the IDF shows soldiers from the Egoz commando unit, along with field interrogators, conducting a nighttime raid on a one-story building. The footage later shows the arrest of a man inside the building, his hands cuffed behind his back. In another clip, the man is shown during one of his interrogations, saying he was approached by a person who he l

 Human Rights Radio goes off air in protest of detained minors Abuja-based Human Rights Radio has gone off air to protest the arrest of minors during the #EndBadGovernance protest. Ahmed Isah, owner of the station, announced this  while featuring on the Berekete family, a breakfast programme. Isah, who used to anchor the radio program every week day, was not in the studio in the morning, due to what he described as a shock he experienced since the condition of the children became known after they were arraigned on Friday. He called in through the phone around 8 20 am in the live program, where he expressed his anger about the development, and ordered the station to be shut down immediately. He said the radio station would remain shut till Tuesday when there would be  further discussion on the topic, before going off again, till Wednesday when the listeners views on the matter through phone calls, would be entertained. The Tinubu administration has been under pressure since images of th

 President Bola Tinubu has directed the Attorney General of the Federation to do everything possible to ensure the immediate release of minors detained by the Nigeria Police in connection with the recent protests without prejudice to whatever legal processes are ongoing. The Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs has also been directed to ensure the safe return of all the minors to their families while an investigation has been opened into the circumstances leading to their prolonged detention.

 Chad threatens to withdraw from multinational security force Chad's interim President Mahamat Idriss Deby has threatened to withdraw the Central African country from a multinational security force, which he said had failed in its task of tackling insurgent groups in the Lake Chad region, Reuters reported. Deby made the statement on Sunday during a visit to the region, which sits in part of western Chad and also Nigeria, Niger, and Cameroon. Around 40 Chadian soldiers were killed in an attack there by suspected Boko Haram militants in late October. Announcing the launch of an operation against the attackers, Deby said he was considering withdrawing from the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), made up of troops from the countries bordering Lake Chad. The joint force's work has been complicated by divisions and a lack of cooperation, but the withdrawal of Chad would represent a major blow as its armed forces are among the most respected in the region. Deby cited "the lac

 Equatorial Guinea official arrested over 400 sextapes with VIPs’ wives, sisters The Director General, National Financial Investigation Agency in Equatorial Guinea, Baltasar Engonga, has been arrested for allegedly recording over 400 sextapes of the wives of notable people in the country. The scandal emerged in the course of a fraud investigation against the 54-year-old Economist which resulted in the search of his house and office on impromptu notice by ANIF officials who came across several CDs that later revealed his sexcapades with different married women. The videos reportedly include encounters with high-profile individuals, such as his brother’s wife, his cousin, the sister of the President of Equatorial Guinea, the Director General of Police’s wife, and about 20 of the country’s ministers’ wives, among others. The footage, discovered in his personal office, was said to have been recorded with consent and has since been leaked online, causing a media uproar. In a report by a loc

 Terry Rosoman, 39, from south Wales, is planning to run 75 miles (120 km) over 24 hours to create a GPS drawing of male genitals.  His aim is to raise awareness for men’s mental health and fundraise for Movember, a charity focused on issues like mental health and prostate cancer. Rosoman, who overcame his own struggles with health and addiction, believes the bold shape will help reach a larger audience, particularly men. He will start his challenge at Abergavenny railway station on Friday at sunset and hopes to finish by the same time Saturday. Rosoman is experienced in endurance events, having previously climbed Pen Y Fan ten times in a day and completed a 50-mile ultramarathon with weights. However, he says this will be his longest and most unique challenge yet. Inspired by his personal transformation, Rosoman wants his efforts to encourage others, especially men, to set “grand goals” and find purpose beyond unhealthy habits. He hopes his journey from unhealthy living to resilience

  Minimum Wage: Gov Abdulrazaq approves bonus for Kwara workers to ease economic burden  Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has approved a financial bonus that is equivalent to the monthly PAYE obligation for every civil servant in the state, including local government workers. The emergency support measure will last for at least three months, according to a statement by the Commissioner for Finance Dr. Hauwa Nuru. "This bonus has been approved as a buffer to bridge the gap that the correct PAYE deduction may have wrought on the newly implemented mininum wage. It is meant to serve as a soothing balm as workers adjust to the PAYE that was just correctly implemented in line with the Personal Income Tax Act," she said.  "The payment of the bonus is effective from October and will run till December 2024. This is a significant step by His Excellency to support workers." The statement added that workers who have not registered with the Kwara State Residents'

 Nigeria Ranks Fifth in Global Daily Social Media Usage In 2024, Nigeria has been recognized as one of the leading countries for social media engagement worldwide. According to data from Cable.co.uk and We Are Social, shared by World of Statistics on X, Nigeria ranks fifth for average daily social media use, with residents spending an average of 3 hours and 23 minutes on these platforms. Kenya tops the list with an average of 3 hours and 43 minutes, followed closely by South Africa at 3 hours and 37 minutes. Here’s the full ranking: 1. Kenya – 3:43   2. South Africa – 3:37   3. Brazil – 3:34   4. Philippines – 3:33   5. Nigeria – 3:23   6. Colombia – 3:22   7. Chile – 3:11   8. Indonesia – 3:11   9. Saudi Arabia – 3:10   10. Argentina – 3:08   11. Mexico – 3:04   12. Malaysia – 2:48   13. Ghana – 2:43   14. Egypt – 2:41   15. Thailand – 2:30   16. Bulgaria – 2:26   17. Vietnam – 2:23   18. Portugal – 2:23   19. Romania – 2:20   20. Italy – 2:17

 Minister inaugurates builders’ disciplinary tribunal The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has inaugurated a seven-member Disciplinary Tribunal for Registered Builders of Nigeria. This was disclosed in a recent statement by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Salis Haiba. The statement noted that the disciplinary tribunal was charged with the duty of considering and determining any case of infraction by the members referred to it by the panel established by the Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria. In his inauguration speech, the minister was said to have expressed the ministry’s dedication to collaborating with professional bodies and regulatory agencies in the built environment, to ensure it meets global standards. While acknowledging the responsibility of builders to construct safe and reliable structures that protect lives, the minister emphasised the importance of adhering to regulations and standards in the profession.

 U-17 WWC: Flamingos win FIFA Fair Play award Nigeria’s Flamingos won the Fair Play award at the jut concluded FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Dominican Republic. Bankole Olowookere’s side were rewarded for their exemplary behavior in the tournament. The Flamingos picked the least number of bookings during the competition. The West Africans were eliminated by the United States of America in the quarterfinals, going down to a 2-0 loss. The Nigerian girls won all three group games before succumbing to the firepower of the Americans.

 FCCPC vows to protect rights of PWDs, Nigerians The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Council has promised to do all within its powers to ensure the rights and inclusiveness of all Nigerians. The council’s Deputy Director of Consumer and Business Education, Nwafor Anthony, stated this Monday in Abuja while speaking at a policy roundtable on financial inclusion for Persons with Disabilities, organised by the Consumer Advocacy and Empowerment Foundation. Nwafor also applauded the efforts of CADEF in ensuring the rights and inclusiveness of all Nigerians and pledged the council’s support for the foundation. He said, “The council is already engaging in several campaigns aimed at drawing the need to ensure inclusivity and also provide an adequate environment for persons with special needs to access all sorts of services without any form of discrimination. We will continue to fight for Nigerians’ rights to be respected.” CADEF Executive Director Professor, Chiso Ndukwe-Okafor, str

  Saraki congratulates Jagunmo on IEYDA appointment  The Waziri Ngeri of Ilorin Emirate, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has extended his warmest congratulations to Alhaji Jagunmo Muhammad Uthman on his emergence as the National President of Ilorin Emirate Youth Development Association (IEYDA).  Saraki in a statement signed by his Press Officer on Local Matters, Abdulganiyu Abdulqadir, described the appointment as a round peg in a round hole, considering Jagunmo's distinct qualities and passion for youth and community development. "Your dedication to youth empowerment, community development and unity has been exemplary, and your leadership qualities will undoubtedly steer IEYDA towards greater heights. "Your ability to foster progress and development in Ilorin Emirate is deeply appreciated, and your commitment to IEYDA's core values is truly inspiring," he said. In a press statement signed by Abdulganiyu Abdulqadir, Press Officer on Local Matters,  Abubakar Bukola Sar

 LG COMMISSIONER MOURNS EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN OF ONIGBONGBO LCDA The Lagos State Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Mr. Bolaji Kayode Robert (Bibiire) has expressed shock and sadness over the demise of the Executive Chairman, Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA) Hon. Dotun Olakanle passed on after a brief illness in the early hours of Saturday, 2nd November 2024. The Honourable Commissioner, while commiserating with the family and loved ones, said that the Chairman was a humanist and a leader dedicated to the development of his council after assuming office. Robert, stated this through the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry, Mrs. Kikelomo Bolarinwa who led the delegation of State Government officials on a condolence visit to the family of the deceased Chairman. According to him, "We lost a gem, an extraordinary Chairman who has dedicated his life to the development of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area and, by extension,

 In a tragic incident in Agartala, Tripura, a 65-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death by his 34-year-old son on Saturday. The deceased, identified as Kajal Das, was a retired official from the state Fisheries department. According to police reports, Das was fatally attacked with an iron rod by his son, Abhrajit, during an argument at their home in the College Tilla area of West Tripura district. Neighbors reported that the altercation began over a financial dispute, with Abhrajit allegedly demanding money from a recent land sale made by his father. Following the attack, police officials, including SDPO Sadar Deba Prasad Roy and teams from Agartala East police station, quickly arrived at the scene. However, the accused had already fled but was later apprehended by police that night. Residents of the neighborhood shared that Abhrajit had a history of violent behavior and addiction, and had reportedly assaulted his father on previous occasions. They noted that tensions between fathe

 LASG ANNOUNCES TRAFFIC DIVERSION AT MILE 2 FOR TRANSPORT INTERCHANGE CONSTRUCTION  The Lagos State Government has announced that traffic will be diverted at Loop 1 on the Apapa bound lane and Loop 4 on the Badagry bound lane at Mile 2 for a duration of 15 months for the construction work of the Transport Interchange Terminal that will integrate Rail, Bus, Water and Non–Motorised Transportation.  The commencement date for the construction is scheduled from Monday, 11th November, 2024, to Monday, 16th February 2026. Consequently, Motorists are hereby enjoined to use alternative routes as follows:   Motorists heading to Oshodi from Apapa will have through traffic and vice versa.    Motorists heading to Badagry from Apapa will continue their journey on the Apapa - Oshodi Expressway and take a turn into Akinwande Road to link Coker and access the Lagos - Badagry Expressway to continue their journeys.    Motorists heading to Lagos from Badagry will also have through traffic and vice versa. 

 The Court of Appeal has discharged and acquitted former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Walter Onnoghen. The appellate court in a judgment overturned the conviction of the Umar Danladi tribunal, which found Justice Walter Onnoghen, guilty of false asset declaration at the Code of Conduct Tribunal.                  Justice Abba Mohammed, who passed the judgment on the terms of settlement by the Federal Government and Justice Onnoghen, ordered that the four bank accounts previously ordered to be forfeited be returned to him.

  Tinubu Swears In Seven New Ministers President Bola Tinubu has sworn in seven newly-appointed ministers at the Council Chambers in Abuja.  Those sworn in include Nentawe Yilwatda as the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction; Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi as the Minister of Labour & Employment; Bianca Odinaka Odumegwu-Ojukwu as the Minister of State Foreign Affairs. Others are Jumoke Oduwole (Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment (Trade and Investment), Idi Mukhtar Maiha (Minister of Livestock Development), Yusuf Abdullahi Ata (Minister of State, Housing, and Urban Development), and Suwaiba Said Ahmad as the Minister of State Education. Monday’s swearing-in came days after their appointments by President Tinubu and subsequent confirmation by the Senate.

 Customs Facilitates First Shipment from Nigeria to Kenya Under AfCFTA The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has facilitated Nigeria's first shipment to Kenya, with Lucky Fibres, a subsidiary of the Tolaram Group, becoming one of the first companies to ship goods to Kenya under the African Continental Free Trade Area Agreement (AfCFTA). During a visit to the Apapa Area Command on Wednesday, 30 October 2024, to ensure proper documentation and verification of the shipment, Olusegun Olutayo, Senior Trade Expert and Lead of Trade Enablement at the Nigeria AfCFTA Coordination Office, noted that the shipment from Nigeria to Kenya, specifically to the port of Mombasa, demonstrates the collaborative spirit of AfCFTA. "It is not that we are doing it alone; I have already sent a message to the Secretariat in Ghana that there will be a shipment under AfCFTA to Kenya. I have also communicated with the AfCFTA implementation committee in Kenya. So this is the spirit we are building to ensure th