Author: NewsUltra360
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MINISTER UCHE NNAJI SAYS RESIGNATION IS PERSONAL CHOICE, NOT ADMISSION OF GUILT
Amid certificate forgery allegations, Minister of Innovation Uche Nnaji insists his resignation from President Tinubu’s cabinet was voluntary to protect due process and the administration’s integrity. He condemned the political attacks and falsehoods that distracted him and expressed confidence that justice will ultimately prevail.
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SENATE COMMITTEE SAYS NNPCL RESPONDED TO 19 AUDIT QUERIES, REVIEW PENDING
Senate Public Accounts Chair, Sen. Aliyu Wadada, confirms NNPCL has replied to all 19 audit questions covering 2017-2023, including concerns over a staggering N210 trillion yet to be accounted for. The committee is set to review the responses thoroughly before making any public declarations. Wadada also flagged issues beyond finances, such as opaque production sharing…
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TINUBU’S INTOLERANCE FOR CORRUPTION SHINES AS MINISTER RESIGNS – APC CHIEFTAIN
Victor Ogba, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), says the resignation of former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, over certificate forgery claims proves President Bola Tinubu’s zero tolerance for corruption. In an interview with NAN, Ogba applauded Tinubu for swiftly accepting the resignation, showing that no one is above the…
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NMA SEEKS MORE TIME TO COMPLETE NNAMDI KANU’S HEALTH REPORT
The Nigerian Medical Association’s panel assessing IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu’s health has requested an extra week to finish its report. DSS lawyer Suraj Sa’ada said the team wants to be thorough, and the court agreed to adjourn until October 16. Kanu’s fitness to stand trial remains under review following a Sept. 26 court order to…
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PRINCE HARRY’S CONSERVATION CHARITY BOOTED FROM CHAD OVER POACHING FAILURES
African Parks, with Prince Harry on its board, was expelled from Chad amid government accusations of poor wildlife protection and broken agreements. Chad’s environment minister cited rising poaching and lax anti-poaching efforts as reasons. African Parks manages parks in 12 countries and is negotiating to keep conservation alive in Chad. This marks another recent controversy…
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WOMEN LEADERS: EMBRACE TOUGH DECISIONS, SAYS UNILAG VC OGUNSOLA
Prof. Folasade Ogunsola, University of Lagos’ first female VC, urges women in leadership to be courageous, fair, and transparent, facing challenges head-on without fear. She stresses that leadership is about service, sticking to rules, and avoiding favoritism. Ogunsola rejects the idea that female leaders need shielding, encouraging women to confront realities openly and be inclusive…
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ECUADOR PRESIDENT’S CONVOY ATTACKED, VEHICLE SHOT BUT HE ESCAPES INJURY
President Daniel Noboa’s convoy was swarmed by about 500 people and stoned on the way to an event in Cañar. His vehicle suffered bullet holes, yet Noboa was unharmed. Five suspects linked to attempted murder have been arrested amid ongoing protests over subsidy cuts and austerity. This is the second recent attack on Noboa’s convoy,…
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PLATEAU TEACHERS PRAISE GOV. MUTFWANG FOR RETIREMENT ACT APPROVAL
The Plateau chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools (ASUSS) applauded Gov. Caleb Mutfwang for approving the Teachers’ Retirement Act 2022, which raises the compulsory retirement age for teachers to 65 or 40 years of service. This move aims to tackle teacher shortages and boost retention in the state. At the 2025 World…
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TINUBU HONORS YAKUBU AS INEC CHAIRMAN STEPS DOWN
President Bola Tinubu has accepted Prof. Mahmood Yakubu’s exit as INEC chairman after his second term expired. In a show of gratitude, Tinubu awarded Yakubu the national honor of Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) for his dedication to Nigeria’s democracy and fair elections since 2015. Yakubu will hand over to senior commissioner…
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YAKUBU RESIGNS AS INEC CHAIRMAN, HANDS OVER TO AGBAMUCHE-MBU
Mahmood Yakubu stepped down as INEC chairman to allow fresh leadership take charge ahead of crucial elections. At a brief handover, Yakubu handed over to senior commissioner May Agbamuche-Mbu as acting chair, hoping the new leader can quickly settle into Nigeria’s complex electoral landscape. Yakubu reflected on 10 years of reforms, including biometric voter registration…
