FG Rules Out Immediate Electricity Tariff Hike, Focuses on Metering
The Federal Government has ruled out immediate electricity tariff hikes, prioritizing improved supply and universal metering across Nigeria, minister announces.
Category : Politics
Nigerians joke with Power Minister to slow down over 18-hour supply
Power Minister Joseph Tegbe says Nigerians jokingly ask him to slow down as some areas now enjoy up to 18 hours of electricity daily, making freezers freeze again.
Saudi Arabia Lists 9 Premium Residency Benefits for Foreigners
Saudi Arabia has outlined nine key benefits for foreigners with premium residency, including family inclusion, free employer changes, and real estate ownership rights.
Kano Lawmaker Warns APC Against Fighting Wike
APC lawmaker Abdulmumin Jibrin warns his party against clashing with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, saying it could cost the APC dearly ahead of the 2027 elections.
Saudi Arabia Sets 800,000 SAR Fee for Unlimited Residency
Saudi Arabia has confirmed the fee for unlimited-duration Premium Residency at 800,000 SAR, over N287 million for Nigerian applicants, aiming to attract long-term settlers.
US Denies Abbas UN Visa Again, Extends PA and PLO Restrictions
The US denied Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas a UN General Assembly visa for a second year, extending restrictions on PA and PLO officials under the 2002 Middle East Peace Commitments Act.
Australia Tightens Student and Working Holiday Visa Rules
Australia tightens student and working holiday visa rules, cutting family visas and capping second-year ballots to reduce net migration to 225,000 by 2028.
Canada Invites 250 Senior Managers for PR via Express Entry
Canada invited 250 senior managers with Canadian work experience to apply for permanent residence via Express Entry, with a minimum CRS score of 389 required.
FG plans national call centre for electricity outage complaints
The Federal Government plans a national call centre for Nigerians to report electricity outages and vandalism, Minister of Power Chief Joseph Tegbe announced.
Aisha Buhari Visits Atiku, Photos Emerge Amid Hardship
Former First Lady Aisha Buhari visited Atiku Abubakar, who used the occasion to address Nigeria's rising cost of living, calling for urgent action to ease household burdens.
2027: Utomi Leads Secret Opposition Candidate Talks
Pat Utomi's Political Commission will hold closed-door talks with eight opposition presidential candidates within two weeks to pick a single challenger to President Tinubu for the 2027 election.
APC Chieftain Warns Tinubu Against Dumping Wike Amid Governors' Feud
APC foundation member Osita Okechukwu warns President Tinubu against yielding to pressure from governors demanding he cut ties with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, citing Wike's political value for 2027.
Peter Obi Releases Handover Document Amid Anambra Debt Dispute
Peter Obi released his March 2024 handover document showing ₦86bn net balance, countering Anambra government claims of unpaid loans from his tenure.
March for Tinubu: 600 Supporters Rally in Lagos
The Azerbaijan Movement marched through Ifako-Ijaiye, Lagos, with 600 supporters backing President Tinubu and APC candidates ahead of the 2027 elections.
Ramaphosa exits public duties on doctors' advice, Mashatile recovering
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has withdrawn from all public engagements on medical advice after returning from the BRICS summit in India. Deputy President Paul Mashatile is also recovering from a minor procedure, leaving both leaders absent ahea
UAE Golden Residency: 4 Conditions Entrepreneurs Must Meet to Qualify
UAE Golden Residency offers entrepreneurs a 10-year renewable permit without a sponsor. Learn the 4 key conditions, including revenue thresholds and health insurance, to qualify.
Netherlands to Close Embassies in Three African Countries
The Netherlands will shut diplomatic missions in five countries, including Zimbabwe, Libya, Burundi, Myanmar, and Brazil, affecting African coverage.
UAE: 4 Conditions for Artists to Qualify for Golden Residency
The UAE has set four conditions for artists and creatives to qualify for the 10-year Golden Residency, including awards, nominations, or recognition from international organisations.
Canada Confirms 2026 Permanent Residency Targets on Track
Canada's IRCC released July 2026 data confirming all permanent residency categories remain on track for 2026 targets, offering clarity for prospective immigrants.
Tinubu Appoints Basiru to 2027 Campaign Council
President Tinubu names APC National Secretary Ajibola Basiru as deputy secretary of the 2027 presidential campaign council, a 223-member body coordinating re-election across Nigeria's 36 states and FCT.
APC Group, Wike Clash Over Rainbow Coalition Ahead of 2027
APC Grassroots Governance Organisation accuses FCT Minister Nyesom Wike of sowing division via his Rainbow Coalition, insisting it is separate from the APC ahead of 2027.
Tinubu Campaign Spokesperson Urges Wike, APC Govs to End Feud
APC campaign spokesperson Ima Niboro tells Wike and APC governors to stop public disputes and focus on grassroots voter mobilisation ahead of 2027 elections.
US visa restrictions on South Africans over race, land policies
The US has imposed visa restrictions on some South Africans over disputes involving race policies, land reform and alleged discrimination against minorities.
US Releases Full List of Embassies Processing Nonimmigrant Visas
The US Department of State has published a global directory of embassies and consulates processing nonimmigrant visas. Nigeria's applications are handled in Lagos, with many countries referred to regional posts.
West African Youths Back Permanent Election Observer Network
West African youths endorsed WAYON as a permanent regional platform for young election observers at the Dakar conference, urging ECOWAS to adopt AI safeguards and legal reforms for youth political inclusion.
Supreme Court Reserves Judgment in INEC Appeal Over Electoral Act
Nigeria's Supreme Court reserved judgment in INEC's appeal against a Court of Appeal ruling voiding Electoral Act 2026 provisions on party primaries and membership registers.
UAE Lists 7 Categories for 10-Year Golden Residency
The UAE's ICP has outlined seven categories of foreigners eligible for the 10-year renewable Golden Residency, covering investors, entrepreneurs, scientists, students, and more, without requiring a sponsor.
UK Lists 7 Benefits Foreigners Can Claim After Entry Permission
UK government outlines seven public fund benefits accessible to certain migrants despite the five-year bar, under the 2000 Regulations exceptions.
SDP's Adebayo: Petrol could hit ₦5,000 if Tinubu wins again
SDP candidate Adewole Adebayo warns petrol could reach ₦5,000 per litre if President Tinubu wins a second term in 2027, citing naira float and subsidy removal.
Kosovo Ex-President Thaci Jailed 25 Years for War Crimes
Kosovo's former president Hashim Thaci was sentenced to 25 years in prison by The Hague court for war crimes, including murder and torture, during the 1990s conflict with Serbia.
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