President Joe Biden has issued a “full and unconditional pardon” to his son, Hunter Biden. The announcement, made just weeks before President Biden leaves office, brings an emotional conclusion to a chapter marked by years of legal battles and public scrutiny for the Biden family. Hunter Biden, who has struggled with substance abuse and faced allegations of tax violations and firearm charges, has long been a lightning rod for political attacks. Over the years, he became a central target in Republican efforts to question the integrity of the Biden family. Despite the controversies, his father stood steadfastly by his side,…
Author: Abdoulaye Kay
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has launched its newly redesigned website, www.cbn.gov.ng, scheduled to go live on December 2 (today). Acting Director, Corporate Communications, CBN, Mrs Hakama Sidi Ali, made this known in a statement posted on Sunday on the apex bank’s X handle @cenbank. “We are pleased to announce the launch of our newly redesigned website (www.cbn.gov.ng), which will be operational on Monday, December 2, 2024. “The redesigned website introduces a variety of new content, which encompasses a broader spectrum of information regarding the bank’s mandate. “Additionally, the website is responsive to mobile devices, facilitating navigation across various web browsers…
The Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) on Friday, November 29, 2024, conferred first degrees on 6,405 graduates from the 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 academic sessions during its 34th and 35th convocation ceremonies. Special prizes were also awarded to students with outstanding academic performances. Among the graduates, 519 earned First Class honours across various departments, 3,408 achieved Second Class (Upper Division), 2,139 graduated with Second Class (Lower Division), and 339 earned Third Class degrees. The top performers included Ifeoluwa Faith Faromika from the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering and Johnbull Aanuoluwapo Vitowanu from the Industrial and Production Engineering Department, who…
The Indonesian Ambassador to Nigeria, AVM Dr. Usra Hendra Harahap, has engaged with Fulani communities and inspected thousands of cows in Kebbi state as part of preparations for an artificial insemination and embryo transfer program. The Ambassador, accompanied by a technical team, visited several key locations, including Sabon Garin Goru, Bango Mashekarin Dr. Amina, Unguwar Gagga, and the Livestock Investigation and Breeding Centre (LIBC) in Bulasa. During these visits, the team assessed facilities and interacted directly with Fulani communities, who warmly welcomed the delegation. Guided tours were conducted by Fulani leaders and officials from the Kebbi State Ministry of Animal…
Soldiers from the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army on Friday released an investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo arrested at an oil bunkering site in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The arrest of Fisayo Soyombo had sparked an outrage with individuals and groups including Amnesty International and political activists like Omoyele Sowore and Deji Adeyanju calling for his release. In a statement on Friday, the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), an organisation founded by Soyombo, confirmed his release. The statement reads: “We can confirm that our founder ‘Fisayo Soyombo has now been released by the Nigerian Army, following the intense media campaign…
The Sokoto state governor, Ahmed Aliyu on Friday, presented the 2025 Appropriation Bill (budget) of ₦526,882,142,484.39 to the State House of Assembly. Tagged “Transformation and Infrastructural Sustainability Budget,” the budget, which has 66% allocated to capital projects and 44% to recurrent expenditure is broken down as are as follows: Recurrent Expenditure: ₦176.3 billion Capital Expenditure: ₦349.3 billion Education Sector Allocation: 25% (highest) Health Sector Allocation: Second-highest The governor gave a rundown of achievements and review of the 2024 Budget as follows: Security challenges The security challenges being experienced in some Local Government Areas in the state remain a major concern,…
The Itsekiri Defense Council (IDC) has declared unwavering support for the Niger Delta Liberation Movement (NDLM) in their fight against the oppression of the Itsekiri people. General Iwedundun Akpakpa, leader of the IDC, strongly denounced the continued marginalization of the Itsekiri community and issued stern warnings to those complicit in their plight. General Akpakpa commended NDLM for their tireless efforts in advocating for the rights and well-being of the Itsekiri people. He pledged IDC’s full support, including intelligence and logistical assistance, to aid the organization in addressing the challenges facing the community. “Our loyalty to NDLM is unwavering,” Akpakpa affirmed,…
The Renaissance Patriots have commended the Federal Government for its decision to release monthly allocations directly to constitutionally recognized Local Government Areas (LGAs) through the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC). In a statement signed by the group’s President, Bolaji Are, and Secretary General, Yomi Tokosi, the Patriots praised the move as a significant step toward strengthening governance at the grassroots level. “We can now hold the elected members of the LGAs accountable for their actions and failures,” the statement read. “This is what we have been advocating for—a system where funds meant for local governments are directly accessible to them,…
Canon Inc. and Canon Marketing Japan Inc. have introduced two new 1/1.8-inch CMOS sensors—the LI7070SAC (colour) and LI7070SAM (monochrome)—designed for security, industrial, and medical applications. These sensors feature approximately 2.12 megapixels (1,936 x 1,096) and advanced near-infrared sensitivity, improving performance in low-light environments and high-contrast settings. The LI7070SAC offers 2.4 times greater near-infrared sensitivity than its predecessor, the LI7050, enabling surveillance in darkness and applications like industrial inspections and fluorescein angiography. Both sensors also support HDR imaging with a range of up to 120dB through a dual-exposure technique, delivering high-quality visuals in varying brightness conditions. ALSO READ What Is Google…
“Yes, we are part of the international community. Yes, we are part of the IMF and World Bank because we are part of the international system, but we must be able to adjust the advice of the IMF to our own needs. Our primary responsibility is to Nigeria. We are not responsible and we will not be held responsible for what the IMF does.