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•Adelabu: Nigeria needs about $262bn investments to meet 30,000MW power generation target by 2030 The federal government’s subsidy in the power sector hit N135.2 billion in the second quarter of 2023, from the N36 billion it paid in the first quarter, contradicting the last administration of Muhammadu Buhari that it ‘quietly’ removed the monthly payments. The development emerges, just as the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has stated that Nigeria would require investments worth about $262 billion to be able to achieve its ambitious target of expanding electricity generation capacity to about 30,000 megawatts (MW) by 2030. According to…

Introduction: Nigeria, often referred to as the “Giant of Africa,” is known for its vibrant political landscape. With a population exceeding 200 million, Nigerian politics play a crucial role in determining the country’s present and future direction. This article aims to shed light on democratic practices in Nigerian politics, focusing on key political parties, such as the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC), prominent political figures like Bola Tinubu, and the significance of elections within the Nigerian democratic framework. The Essence of Democracy in Nigeria: Democracy, as a system of governance, holds a prominent position in…

Faith has been a central concept in the lives of believers throughout history. It is deeply intertwined with religious teachings and plays a vital role in fostering a strong bond between individuals and their higher power. For Christians, faith centers around Jesus Christ, God, and the Holy Spirit, and is nurtured within the church community. At its core, faith can be defined as complete trust and confidence in something or someone, even in the absence of empirical evidence. In the context of Christianity, faith refers to the belief in the divinity of Jesus Christ and his teachings, as well as…

In what appears to spell more trouble for the suspended governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, President Bola Tinubu has appointed Jim Osayande Obazee as a special investigator to probe the apex bank. In a letter titled, ‘Appointment as a special investigator to probe CBN, others’, dated 28th July and personally signed by Tinubu, pinned Obazee’s appointment on the fight against corruption within the financial sector. The letter reads in part: “In accordance with the fundamental objective outlined in Section 15(5) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), this administration is,…

• Atiku kicks as Economic Intelligence Unit predicts victory for Tinubu The Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC), sitting in Abuja, is set to deliver its judgment on the three petitions seeking to nullify the election of President Bola Tinubu. As a precursor to the fixing of the judgment date, the Justice Haruna Tsammani-led five-member panel has directed all parties to appear before it tomorrow to adopt their final briefs of argument. The court, in a notice it sent to the parties, invited them to adopt their written address with respect to the petition that was lodged against President Tinubu by…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will today, Monday, address Nigerians in a media broadcast to the nation at 7 pm. Special Adviser on Special Duties, Communication and Strategy to Tinubu, Dele Alake, enjoined all media organisations to hook up to the President’s broadcast. “Television, radio stations and other electronic media outlets are enjoined to hook up to the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority and Radio Nigeria for the broadcast,” Alake said. [Article Source]

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana says the Nigeria Labour Congress and its affiliates can proceed on the Aug. 2 strike and protest as planned, saying the exercise does not translate to contempt of court. This is contained in a letter from the Falana Falana Chambers, solicitors to the NLC, by Sam Ogala, titled “Re- NLC in contemt of Court” and addressed to the Permanent Secretary/ Solicitor-General, Federal Ministry of Justice on July 28. According to the Senior Advocate of Nigeria, the decision of Nigerian workers to participate in peaceful rallies is for the interest of the masses and to protest…

• NECA urges govt to ease economic trauma Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has said it is fully prepared for Wednesday’s nationwide strike, even as all state councils and civil societies have been mobilised. A top official of the congress told The Guardian on condition of anonymity, ahead of a meeting with civil societies, yesterday, that finishing touches were being put to effective mobilisation. Another meeting is slated for today The official, however, said today’s meeting with the government may not hold, alleging that the government is not showing seriousness towards ongoing dialogue. He said whatever the outcome, “Nigerians are poised because the…

The Vice President of the United States (US), Kamala Harris said she spoke with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu about defending democracy in West Africa and other issues. Harris disclosed this in the early hours of Friday while she also tweeted that she and Tinubu discussed about the ties between Nigeria and the US. “Today, I spoke with President Tinubu of Nigeria about the strong ties between the Nigerian and American people and our shared work on global and regional issues,” she tweeted. “These issues are ranging from defending democracy in West Africa and the Sahel to promoting digital inclusion and…

Ohanaeze Ndigbo has suggested eight ways Governor Peter Mba of Enugu State can end the sit-at-home order in the State. Ohanaeze spoke while condemning the killing of traders protesting the sealing of their shops in Enugu State. The Igbo group also demanded unconditional reopening of all the shops sealed by the State Government. Okechukwu Isiguzoro, the Secretary-General of Ohanaeze faction, urged Mba to engage residents of the State in a fruitful discussion. In a statement he signed, Isiguzoro urged the Governor to dialogue with residents, address their grievances, engage the youths, create awareness, and empower the residents. According to Isiguzoro:…