The Federal Government has disbanded the Secretariat of the Advertising Standards Panel (ASP) following its involvement in the endorsement of billboards featuring a controversial slogan allegedly attempting to manipulate the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal, with the slogan, “All Eyes on The Judiciary.” The Director-General of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON), Dr. Olalekan Fadolapo, released a statement on Tuesda, announcing the dissolution GOOD EVENING NIGERIA reports that ASP is a statutory panel, inaugurated in 2021, with the duty of ensuring that advertisements conform to the prevailing laws of the federation as well as the Code of advertising ethics of…
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The Federal Government has formally applied to retract the charge of illegal possession of firearms it filed against Godwin Emefiele, the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), at the Federal High Court in Lagos. The comes after the judge had on July 25, admitted Emefiele to a N20million bail on a two-count charge of illegal possession of firearms and ammunition and ordered his remand at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre, pending the fulfilment of his bail conditions. But the Department of State Services (DSS) rearrested him after a clash with prison officials. However, on Tuesday, The federal government,…
Diesel prices have surged to between N900 and N950 per liter in multiple states due to the ongoing foreign exchange crisis in Nigeria and the recent enforcement of a 7.5 percent Value Added Tax (VAT) on Automotive Gas Oil (diesel), GOOD EVENING NIGERIA has learnt. This price escalation has raised alarms among local manufacturers, who fear potential factory closures and job losses as a result. Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja, the Natural Oil and Gas Suppliers Association of Nigeria (NOGASA) explained that their inability to access the United States dollars is hampering their diesel imports. The National President,…
In response to recent media speculation regarding a possible surge in petroleum pump prices, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has said it has no intention to increase the retail price of petroleum. The oil company said this in a statement issued via its official X (formerly Twitter) platform on Monday night. Reports had suggested that the petrol pump price, currently at N617 per litre, might see an increase to levels ranging from N720 to N750 in the upcoming weeks. But in its reaction on Monday, the NNPCL dismissed the notion of any imminent price hike. “Dear esteemed customers,…
The United Nations has continued to deliver aid in Niger, nearly three weeks since President Mohammed Bazoum was seized by some of his guards . UN Spokesperson, Stéphane Dujarric, told journalists in New York on Monday that agencies had continued to reach people despite the challenges, including the ongoing rainy season, Roughly 4.3 million people in the West African country rely on humanitarian aid. Last week, 22,000 people in the Maradi region, located in the centre, received cash assistance and food items. “We and our humanitarian partners are also working with de facto authorities to identify and prepare a site…
A member of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has been apprehended on the Lagos/Abeokuta Expressway while in possession of four kilograms of a prohibited substance identified as Marsh-Mallow. The suspect reportedly admitted to intending to sell the illicit substance. The arrest took place during a routine patrol on Saturday, August 12, 2023, led by Assistant Superintendent of Police Samuel Sunday and his team. READ ALSO: VIDEO: Soldiers Assault LASTMA Officer Over Traffic Dispute Acting on their instincts, the officers initiated a search of the suspect’s bag after intercepting him at Cement Bus Stop around 2:50 p.m. Upon conducting…
Mr. Muyiwa Otedola, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), 10dollar Entertainment Groups, says the company plans to invest in the Nigerian entertainment industry to enable it to compete favourably with its international counterparts. At a news conference in Lagos, Otedola said the company plans to open a multi-million-dollar entertainment deal through public-private partnerships. He said that part of the company’s plans includes nurturing up-and-coming artists, saying they represent the future of the industry which would be in various aspects of the industry. READ ALSO: Sen. Hussaini Offers N10m Scholarship to Students in Jigawa According to him, these include songwriting, promotion, branding, scriptwriting,…
The African Union (AU) says it was convening a meeting today (Monday) to address the unfolding crisis in Niger, subsequent to the July 26 coup that led to the ousting of President Mohamed Bazoum. In a communication shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, the pan-African entity announced the convening of the Peace & Security Council to discuss the evolving situation in Niger and the initiatives being undertaken to manage it. The meeting was being held at the AU headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The participants included Moussa Faki Mahamat, the chief of the AU Commission, alongside representatives from Niger…
The Southeast must embrace other geopolitical zones in politics to get its fair share of Nigeria, Sen. Onyekachi Nwebonyi (APC- Ebonyi North) said in Abakaliki on Monday. Nwebonyi, vice-chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriation and Water Resources told a news conference that the zone must play politics that would accommodate it fairly in the scheme of things at every election cycle. “Last general elections, the Southeast voted for Labour Party. The presidential candidate of the party, Mr Peter Obi is a good man but the Southeast alone cannot make itself president of Nigeria. READ ALSO: PHOTOS: First Lady Welcomes…
Members of the Nigerian female football team, the Super Falcons, are presently being hosted by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja. This gathering comes in the aftermath of the Super Falcons’ exit from the ongoing FIFA Women’s World Cup, which is being co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand. The team’s journey in the tournament was cut short after a penalty shootout loss to the English team on August 7. READ ALSO: Remarkable Super Falcons Bow Out of Women’s World Cup after Defeat to England on Penalty Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who recently met…
The military junta in Niger has declared its intentions to take legal action against ousted President Mohamed Bazoum on charges of high treason and jeopardizing national security. This is the latest sign that the junta intends to resist international pressure to return power to Mr Bazoum. He has been held in the basement of his palace since the military staged a coup about three weeks ago. Mr Bazoum was in “good spirits” despite being held in “difficult” conditions, his doctor said after a visit. Saturday’s visit was approved amid growing international demands for Mr Bazoum’s release. But in a sign…
Paris St-Germain (PSG) has reached an agreement to sell Brazilian forward Neymar to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal for 90 million euros (£77.6m), along with potential add-ons. The completion of the transfer depends on the 31-year-old undergoing a medical examination and completing all paperwork. Neymar, who initially joined PSG for a world record fee of £222 million from FC Barcelona in 2017, was absent during the Ligue 1 opener over the weekend. His exclusion from coach Luis Enrique’s plans for the upcoming season is evident. The move also aligns with PSG’s alledgedly strategic shift away from the ‘Galacticos’ phase, characterized…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), says 19 states and 56 communities across the country are likely to witness heavy rainfall that can lead to flooding within the month. Mr Ibrahim Farinloye, Lagos Territorial Coordinator, NEMA, said this in a statement on Monday in Lagos Farinloye listed the states and communities as: Delta: Aboh, Ekiti State; Ado Ekiti, Ondo State; Akure, Idanre, Ifon, Iju Itaogbolu, Ogbese, Owo, Owena, Ondo Others he said included:Lagos State; Apapa, Badagry, Eti Osa, Ikeja, Ikorodu, Ikoyi, Lagos Island, Ojo Lagos, Surulere; Anambra; Atani; Ogun; Ifo, Ota, Sagamu; Nasarawa State; Lafia, Wamba and Cross River; Ikom,…
The average cost of bus transportation within Nigerian cities has recorded a staggering 98% increase within the span of a single month, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The surge in costs can be attributed to the rise in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), following the removal of subsidy by President Bola Tinubu. The policy eventually led to the jump in the price of the commodity from N198/litre to over N500/litre on May 30, 2023 and later surged to N617/litre on the July 18. According to figures obtained from the Transport Fare Watch report of…
Coach Xavi Hernandez reacted angrily to the 0-0 draw by Barcelona in their league opener against Gatafe on Sunday. The match was the former Manchester City player, Ilkay Gündoğan’s league debut in the Barcelona shirt. “We tried hard and deserved to win. We got a point, but we don’t think it’s enough,” said Hernandez on Sunday evening after the La Liga matchday one draw against Getafe. “We shouldn’t get too excited about it. Last season we also started badly, but in the end it worked,” added the coach. READ ALSO: Cristiano Ronaldo Secures Victory for Al Nassr in Arab Club…
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has called upon the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to adopt its newly proposed logo. Dipo Olayoku, the party’s national secretary, made this plea over the weekend, citing the influence of the current logo on their electoral outcomes.. Addressing the National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the party in Abuja, Olayoku said, “Efforts are to redesign our logo. It is an open secret that our current logo affected our fortunes in the last election. For this reason, we have commenced the process of redesigning the logo. “We are using this medium to call for…
Several German trade unions have warned of massive problems due to a looming shortage of staff in the public service, for example in tax offices and in the prison system. One of the union leaders, Chairman of the German Tax Union, Florian Köbler, who gave the warning Sunday’s edition of the mass-circulation newspaper Bild, said, “The retirement wave of the baby boomer generation is already noticeable now. “It will intensify massively from 2028 onwards,” One problem is “unattractive working conditions in dilapidated offices with mediocre pay.” Salaries in line with the market were needed to increase the number of tax…
The Defence Headquarters has described as false, the disturbing report that the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) received request to effect change of leadership in the country. This is contained in a statement by the Director, Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, on Sunday in Abuja. The statement follows series of report on the media (Good Evening Nigeria, not included) that some unidentified individuals are coaxing the armed forces officers to topple President Bola Tinubu’s government. However, Gusau said that the armed forces never received nor made such declaration at any time to anyone or any group. READ ALSO: Gov Yusuf…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted three major illicit drug syndicates that led to the arrest of a baroness and four other kingpins in Lagos state. A statement by the Director, Media and Advocacy, NDLEA, Mr Femi Babafemi on Sunday in Abuja, said that Multi-billion naira worth of Cocaine, Opioids and Loud was recovered from their hideouts. Babafemi said that a female head of one of the syndicates, Faith Nwankwo was arrested on Wednesday, Aug. 9 at her residence, House 6, C close, 3rd Avenue, Festac area of Lagos. This, he said, was shortly after she returned…
Some residents of Gwagwalada Area Council of the FCT have decried the unhygienic means of transporting meat from abattoirs to the market. Those who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday said the use of wheelbarrows, motorcycles and rickety vehicles to transport meat was worrisome and posed serious health challenges. A civil servant, Mrs Oyindamola Adegbenga, decried the wheelbarrow mode as unhygienic and equally denounced the way meat is handled at the abattoir. “I used to like meat, but after seeing the way they use wheelbarrows to transport meat and sometimes even carry the meat on their…