2023 Archives - Page 5 of 147

Dec

09

2023

Akpabio’s 61st: Tinubu Extends Cheers to Senate President in Heartfelt Salute!

News2023, Nigeria, Politics

President Bola Tinubu extends warm felicitations to Senate President Godswill Akpabio on the occasion of his 61st birthday. In an official statement released by Special Adviser Ajuri Ngelale in Abuja, Tinubu highlights Akpabio's remarkable political journey and the global recognition garnered by his outstanding achievements. Tinubu applauds Akpabio's leadership qualities, emphasizing his transformative impact as a former governor of Akwa Ibom State and current Minister of Niger Delta Affairs. Acknowledging Akpabio's ascent to the governorship at 45 after serving as a commissioner in three ministries, Tinubu commends his loyalty, dedication, and commitment to public service. The statement underscores Akpabio's lasting…

Dec

06

2023

By David Okoye

Inflation: New survey shows Beecham Ampiclox jumps from N750 to N9,000; others tripled.

Health, Lifestyle2023, Health, Nigeria

…paracetamol N40 to N150; augmentin N4,000 to N26,000. According to a recent survey, President Bola Tinubu's economic woes have caused Nigerians to endure continuous price increases for medications treating basic ailments like malaria. In its "Paying The Price on Health" survey, SBM Intelligence compared the cost of pharmaceuticals in 2019 to their November 20, 2023, prices. In August 2023, the multinational pharmaceutical firm GlaxoSmithKline, based in the United Kingdom, stated that it would be ending its 51-year presence in the country due to adverse economic conditions. Another multinational pharmaceutical company that made polio vaccinations, Sanofi, also announced last month that…

Nov

30

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ex-Benue Gov. Suswam explains why 2024 budget cannot be implemented

Economy, Opinion, Politics2023, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Economy, Next Level, Nigeria, Politics

Gabriel Suswam, a former governor of Benue State, has criticised President Bola Tinubu's planned budget for 2024. Suswam clarified that the N17 trillion shortfall in the budget prevents it from being implemented. On Wednesday, Tinubu gave the National Assembly members a proposed budget of N27.5 trillion for the fiscal year 2024. Suswam countered that the budget was developed because those in positions of authority lacked leadership abilities. On Wednesday, the former governor gave a speech to 25 fellows of the Emerging Political Leaders Fellowship. Suswam states: "I was looking at the budget, and the deficit is N17 trillion out of…

Nov

28

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

“2023 Elections in Nigeria: Actors, Intrigues, and winners” book, to be launched Nov. 30

Education, Lifestyle, Metro, Sponsored2023, Metro, Okey Udo, Politics, Yabaji Yusuf Sani

Yagabi Sani, Patrick Lumumba as Guests at the Public Presentation of the Book “2023 Elections in Nigeria: Actors, Intrigues, and winners” on Thursday November 30, 2023 2023 Elections in Nigeria: Actors, Intrigues, and winners, an enthralling book by the eminent Nigerians Dr(s) Theophilus Boufini, Edward Agbai, Edward Aigbedion, and Waribugo Sylva, will be presented to the public on Thursday, 30 November at the Aso Hall of the International Conference Centre, Garki Abuja at 4pm. According to a statement by the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) signed by Dr Edward Perekebina Agbai:“We are delighted to announce a distinguished lineup of guests for…

Nov

27

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

N27.5 trillion 2024 appropriation bill has been approved by FEC.

Economy, Politics2023, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Economy, Politics

On Monday, the Federal Executive Council gave its approval to the appropriation bill for the year 2024, which is expected to be presented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu along with a total of N27.5 trillion. Ministers, the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the national security adviser, and a few other high-ranking government officials, including permanent secretaries, are all members of the Council, which is the highest policy-forming body for the federal government. More to come.....