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Wednesday, 14 May 2025, 4:24 pm
Saudi Arabia imposes $26,661 fine on Hajj visa violators The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has imposed new penalties targeting individuals who violate Hajj permit regulations. The Ministry of Interior made this known on Thursday saying the sanctions include a heavy fine of $26,661 on those who apply for visit visas on behalf of people attempting to perform Hajj without proper authorisation. The new measures, released
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has imposed new penalties targeting individuals who violate Hajj permit regulations. The Ministry of Interior made…
Bauchi NLC blasts Tinubu over hardship, demands fair treatment for North-East As Nigerian workers join millions around the globe to commemorate International Workers’ Day on Thursday, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Bauchi State Chapter, has slammed President Bola Tinubu for deepening hardship for Nigerians and sidelining the North-East in national interventions. Addressing workers at the 2025 May Day celebration held Thursday in Bauchi, NLC State Chairperson,
As Nigerian workers join millions around the globe to commemorate International Workers’ Day on Thursday, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC)…
Tinubu to embark on two-day visit to Katsina President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Friday for Katsina on a two-day visit to his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari’s state. A presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement released on the X account Thursday. He said Tinubu will meet with key stakeholders to assess the security situation in the state. Similarly, Onanuga
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Friday for Katsina on a two-day visit to his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari’s…
Tariffs: US set to start talks with China The United States on Thursday approached China seeking talks over President Donald Trump’s 145% tariffs. A social media account affiliated with Chinese state media revealed this on Thursday, stating that the move potentially signalled Beijing’s openness to negotiations. “The US has proactively reached out to China through multiple channels, hoping to hold discussions on the
The United States on Thursday approached China seeking talks over President Donald Trump’s 145% tariffs. A social media account affiliated…
Taraba: Labour accuses state govt of withholding over N1bn union dues Organized labour in Taraba State has accused the state government of withholding over N1 billion in union dues. The situation, as announced by the leaders, has caused significant distress among workers across the state. Speaking on Thursday during the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration at the Jolly Nyame Stadium in Jalingo, the Chairman of the Nigerian
Organized labour in Taraba State has accused the state government of withholding over N1 billion in union dues. The situation,…
Naira records highest gain against dollar on official market The naira continued its appreciation against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Wednesday, marking its highest gain so far this week. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that the naira further firmed up to N1,596.68 per dollar on Wednesday from N1,599.70 traded on Tuesday. This reflects a day-to-day gain of
The naira continued its appreciation against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Wednesday, marking its highest gain…
2025 U-20 AFCON: Zubairu reveals Flying Eagles’ mission in Egypt Flying Eagles head coach Aliyu Zubairu has declared that his team will fight hard to secure a place at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Zubairu’s side are among the 13 nations vying for honours at the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations in Egypt. The biennial competition also serves as a qualifier for the
Flying Eagles head coach Aliyu Zubairu has declared that his team will fight hard to secure a place at the…
Trump offers Elon Musk continued role in administration President Donald Trump on Wednesday, at the White House, offered to extend Elon Musk’s advisory role within his administration. The 53-year-old tech billionaire attended the first Cabinet meeting since President Trump marked his first 100 days in office. In what resembled a farewell message, Musk said the American people “voted for secure borders, safe cities,
President Donald Trump on Wednesday, at the White House, offered to extend Elon Musk’s advisory role within his administration. The…
Go back to school – ACOMORAN President tells members The National President of the Amalgamated Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners, Repairs and Riders Association of Nigeria, ACOMORAN, Samsudeen Apelogun, has urged members of the association to return to school and obtain at least the minimum educational certificate recognised in the country. Apelogun stated that this move is necessary to reshape public perception of the
The National President of the Amalgamated Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners, Repairs and Riders Association of Nigeria, ACOMORAN, Samsudeen Apelogun,…
President Tinubu interested only in performance – EFCC Chairman Olukoyede The chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, has refuted allegations that President Bola Tinubu is using the commission to target members of opposition parties. Olukoyede made this statement during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday. He described the accusations as a ploy intended to distract the President
The chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, has refuted allegations that President Bola Tinubu is…
