Fubara era looks to be coming to an end as in a seismic shift within the Rivers State House of Assembly, 27 lawmakers, formerly aligned with the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday. Under the leadership of Speaker Martin Amaewhule, this move has set the stage for potential … Read more
The federal government announced that it will launch two programs aimed at mitigating the effects of removing fuel subsidies. The first program, called the Presidential Conditional Grant, will provide a grant of N50,000 to small businesses in all 774 local government areas. Eligible beneficiaries will need to provide proof of address and personal and bank … Read more
In response to mounting concerns surrounding the legal status of old Naira notes, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has officially clarified that both old and new Naira banknotes remain legal tender throughout the country. This statement comes as a response to earlier deadlines set by the previous administration, which had caused widespread uncertainty among … Read more
First Bank has returned 51 million Naira to Glory Omokaro, who reported that a whopping 68 million Naira was missing from her account when she returned from Italy in May 2023. TellVibes recalls that Glory had traveled to Italy back in 2005 and returned in 2013 to visit her family in Nigeria. During her visit, … Read more
In a significant breakthrough, the Benin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has cracked down on internet fraud in Asaba, Delta State, apprehending 48 individuals involved in suspected cybercrime activities. This operation, carried out based on actionable intelligence, has sent shockwaves through the local community. The suspects were taken into custody … Read more
The Lagos State Police Command has officially declared Owodunni Ibrahim, popularly known as Primeboy, as a wanted individual. This declaration follows Primeboy’s failure to respond to police invitations amidst an ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr. Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as Mohbad. Ibrahim is described as a male with an approximate … Read more
Ministerial nominee Balarabe Abbas Lawal, hailing from Kaduna State, collapsed during his Senate screening on Wednesday, causing frantic scenes within the Senate Chamber. The nominee had been speaking for several minutes during his screening before suddenly falling to the floor, prompting swift action by fellow lawmakers to assist him. Lawal is one of three new … Read more