August 2024 - Pen Agency News

CBN Leaders Purchase Armoured Vehicles

Extravagant Purchases by CBN Officials In a time of widespread economic challenges, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Yemi Cardoso, along with his four deputies, has come under fire...

Labbadia Declines Deal as Super Eagles Head Coach

Premature Announcement Leads to Confusion Bruno Labbadia was initially declared the new head coach for Nigeria’s Super Eagles by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). He has since declined the position, following the...

Victor Osimhen Excluded from Napoli’s Serie A Squad

Napoli’s Roster Changes for Serie A Napoli has officially excluded Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen from their Serie A squad this season, a significant club decision. This removal highlights a growing rift between...

University of Ibadan Students Protest Against Tuition Hikes

Students Rally Against Fee Increases On Friday, students of the University of Ibadan in Oyo State took to the streets in a peaceful demonstration against recent tuition hikes implemented by the university...

Nigeria to Begin Mpox Vaccination Amid Rising Concerns

Vaccination Schedule Announced The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) has confirmed the start of Nigeria’s Mpox vaccination campaign on October 8, 2024. This initiative follows a preparatory vaccine deployment phase...

NLC Minimum Wage Implementation: Joe Vows Perseverance

Unwavering Commitment Amid Legal Challenges NLC President Joe Ajaero has reaffirmed his commitment to the minimum wage cause, despite facing police questioning over serious allegations. He remains dedicated to advocating for fair...

Burkina Faso Gold Mines: An End to Legal Disputes

Government Intervention Ends Dispute Burkina Faso has taken decisive action by nationalising two major gold mines, Boungou and Wahgnion, after a protracted legal battle between Endeavour Mining and Lilium Mining. This move...

Sports Minister’s Unfulfilled Promises to Olympics Athletes

Claims Versus Reality in Olympic Compensation Despite assurances from Senator John Enoh, Nigeria’s Sports Minister, coaches from D’Tigress claim financial obligations remain unmet. The minister had stated all athletes from the Paris...

Tinubu’s Press Freedom Violation: NACAT Condems Assaults

Government’s Tight Grip on Dissent NACAT condemns the Nigerian government’s crackdown on press freedom and free speech under President Bola Tinubu. The criticism addresses government actions that increasingly suppress dissent. These actions...

NDIC to Close Financial Institutions After Notice Period

NDIC Initiates Closure of Numerous Banks The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has signaled its intent to dissolve 87 microfinance and primary mortgage banks across Nigeria. This decision comes after a 30-day...

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Month: August 2024