Politics

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has disclosed the federal government would implement a football tournament for inmates across the nation’s Correctional Centers. Olubunmi Tuni-Ojo said the football tournament would serve as one of the programmes from the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCS) and aligned with the ministry’s plan for rehabilitation of inmates. Tunji-Ojo said, “Sport,

Professor Pat Utomi, a renowned political economist and former presidential candidate, has criticized the Bola Tinubu-led government for ignoring his advice on tackling food inflation. Utomi expressed his disappointment in a social media post on Tuesday, following the Federal Government’s announcement of measures to reduce food prices in Nigeria. Senator Abubakar Kyari, the Minister of

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has designated 400 hectares for the permanent move of the Apo Mechanic Village to its new location in Wasa, the Waru District. Abubakar Makama, the head of the committee responsible for the move, announced this during a visit to the site. The head of the Abuja Metropolitan Management Council

Professor of Political Economics, Patrick Utomi, has said the new policy on 150 days import duty-free window for rice, maize, wheat and other cereals by President Bola Tinubu is wrong. Pat Utomi said the new policy announced by the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, on Monday, was an invitation to famine. On

What is the Dollar to Naira Exchange rate at the black market also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? See the black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate for 9th July, below. You can swap your dollar for Naira at these rates. How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market?

Lt. Col. Nurudeen Yusuf, who serves as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Aide-de-camp (ADC), has been appointed as the new king of Ilemona Town in Kwara State. NATURENEX understands that as the new king, Lt. Col. Yusuf will oversee the customs and administrative affairs of Ilemona Town. He is committed to continuing the legacy of his

The journey of France in the 2024 European Championship has ended as Lamine Yamal of Spain made history in the tournament. France have been heavily criticized for their “boring” approach to their games in the European Championship. Recall that they went into the semi-finals without scoring any goal in the previous stages of the tournament

The Nigerian Senate, on Tuesday, engaged in an urgent debate addressing the widespread hunger and economic hardships faced by citizens, fearing potential backlash and unrest from the increasingly desperate populace. This follows the recent events in Kenya, where violent protests erupted against the government’s tax hike, escalating into demands for improved governance and the resignation

Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Anthony Victor, popularly known as Victony, has recounted a breakup experience with his ex-girlfriend. NATURENEX reports that the singer, in an interview on the ‘Is This Seat Taken?’ podcast hosted by Nollywood actress, Chinasa Anukam, recalled how finding out the truth about his ex-girlfriend’s relationship with another man left him feeling stupid.

An Osun State High Court sitting in Ile-Ife, on Tuesday, sentenced three men to death by hanging for killing a corps member, Mukaila Adebayo, during a robbery operation in Osogbo, the state capital. The defendants in the matter are Jelili Kareem, a herbal seller, Oludayo Oludele, a commercial motorcyclist, and Muyiwa Awodeji, an electrician. The

The President of the Petroleum Retail Owners Association of Nigeria (PROAN), Billy Gillis-Harry, has highlighted the challenges faced by Nigerians with the current market price of petroleum, which he estimates should be between ₦1500 and ₦1950 per litre if tied to international rates. In an interview with Arise Television, Gillis-Harry explained that such pricing is

Former Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand has admitted that Portuguese football icon, Cristiano Ronaldo, didn’t have a good Euro 2024, but stressed that he didn’t deserve the criticism he has been getting. Cristiano Ronaldo went through five games in Euro 2024 without scoring a goal from open play, a new low he has been battling

The organised labour has said the narrative being peddled by certain members of the public that it has dropped its demand for a mew minimum wage is untrue. President of the Trade Union Congress, Festus Osifo, debunked insinuations that the organised labour may have shelved its minimum wage struggle after some backdoor compromise with the

Real Madrid are not worried about the possibility of losing Leny Yoro to Manchester United in this summer transfer window. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed today that Lille have accepted Manchester United’s €50 million bid for the 18-year-old centre-back. It is now left for the French youngster to accept the deal or keep waiting for

One Olukayode Dayo has been sentenced to life imprisonment for raping a minor in Ekiti state. The 39-year-old Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) officer was convicted and sentenced by an Ekiti State High Court in Ado Ekiti He was said to have committed the crime on 25th of December, 2021 in Ado Ekiti.

A trailer on Tuesday crushed five persons to death and injured six others in a tragic accident in Eke Awgbu market in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State. NATURENEX reports that the spokesperson of the Anambra State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Margret Onagbe, confirmed the incident in a statement.

Kola Ologbondiyan, a former PDP spokesperson, has said that the party neglected to provide crucial support to Governor Siminalayi Fubara during Rivers State’s political upheaval, leaving him isolated. Ologbodiyan spoke while appearing in a programme on Arise Television on Tuesday. In April, Fubara rejected a list of the state’s PDP caretaker committee members. The governor

The family of Bassey Daniel, a prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member from Akwa Ibom State, who was kidnapped in Zamfara State, is appealing to relevant stakeholders, including the state government, for assistance in rescuing him. Daniel, from Itu Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, is the only remaining victim still held by

The Edo State Government has voiced significant concerns regarding the current socio-economic state of the nation under the Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led All Progressives Congress (APC) administration. In a recent address, Hon. Chris Nehikhare, the Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, outlined the challenges faced by Edo residents and Nigerians at large, despite state-led interventions. He stated

The Senate confirmed Dr. Matthew Olamide Adepoju’s appointment as the Director General of the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) on Tuesday, July 9. NATURENEX reports that the Senate’s decision followed the recommendation of the Committee on Science and Technology, which had screened the nominee. The report was presented by Senator Aminu Iya Abass

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has on Tuesday said that the current petrol scarcity to supply challenges faced by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC). Billy Gillis-Harry, PETROAN president, said this in on Morning Brief, an interview with Channels Television. He said the situation has led marketers to rely on

Popular Nigerian singer, Simi has responded to those criticising her for wearing a swimsuit to a pool party as a married woman. Speaking via a humourous Instagram post, the singer apologised for her choice of attire, adding that she was not thinking and should have known better. The mother of one subsequently promised those displeased

Former Big Brother Naija Housemate, Doyin David, has stated that marriage is not her priority whenever she goes into a romantic relationship. NATURENEX reports that the reality TV star disclosed this during an interview with media personality, Olufemi Daniel. Speaking about her relationship and perception, Doyin explained that marriage is not important to her. The BBNaija

Residents of Rano town in Kano State have expressed serious concerns over the safety of their community following the unexpected arrival of armed individuals at the local emirate’s headquarters this past Sunday. According to a letter addressed to the Kano State Police Commissioner, armed groups have been stationed within the compounds of the Main Palace

Former Liverpool striker Roberto Firmino has announced his ordination as an evangelical pastor at the age of 32. The Brazilian footballer shared the news on his social media accounts, revealing a significant transition in his life. Firmino, alongside his wife, was ordained as a pastor at the church they founded three years ago. The dedication

Nigeria’s expenditure on debt servicing in the first nine months of 2023 soared to ₦5.78 trillion, overshooting the budget’s projection by nearly ₦870 billion, as detailed in the latest report from the Budget Office of the Federation. According to the 2023 third-quarter budget implementation report released on Monday, the actual spending on debt servicing outpaced