Author: TheScrutinyNG

The American University of Nigeria (AUN) has announced former governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, as the keynote speaker at its forthcoming Founder’s Day ceremony on November 30, 2024. The annual Founder’s Day honors the founder of the university and former vice president, His Excellency Atiku Abubakar, Wazirin Adamawa, for his numerous contributions to society, especially his advancement of education and human development. The 16th Founders Day lecture will be the highlight of activities marking the 20th anniversary of the founding of the American-style Development University where students are educated to direct their learning and research outcomes towards addressing…

Comrade Ayodele Olawande, the Minister of Youth Development, has reiterated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to providing a conducive environment for youths to thrive and unleash their potentials. This is as he also assured of the ministry’s  dedication to expanding opportunities for youth empowerment, creating avenues for skill development and supporting youth-led initiatives nationwide. Comrade Olawande who further disclosed that the present administration, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is fully committed to adopting policies that have been thoughtfully recommended by the nation’s youths, made the disclosure during the valedictory sitting of the 5th Session of the Nigerian…

Ned Nwoko, the senator representing Delta North of Delta State, has called on the Southern Nigeria Youth Congress (SNYC) to support his proposed motion and bill before the Red Chamber calling for the immediate prohibition of the use of foreign currencies in Nigeria. He described the measure as an antidote that would bring a permanent solution to the economic and security challenges facing the country. He disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja during the Southern Nigeria National Stakeholders Converge organised by the Southern Nigeria Youth Congress, in conjunction with the Ministry of Youth Development. The senator who was the guest…

An e-hailing driver, Stephen Abuwatseya has apologised to the House of Representatives member representing ABA North/South of Abia State in the National Assembly, Alex Ikwechegh who assaulted him after an altercation occurred during a package delivery. In a video statement released to the press on Thursday, Abuwatseya expressed regret for provoking Ikwechegh and asked Nigerians for forgiveness. He also urged everyone to move on from the incident. He stated, “Good day, Nigerians. My name is Stephen Abuwatseya. I had a misunderstanding with Rt. Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh a few days ago. I actually want to apologize to him for whatever…

The Federal Government has announced that Cesarean sections will now be provided free of charge to women in need, as part of its efforts to reduce the country’s maternal mortality rate. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, announced the launch of the “ ” at an ongoing three-day Nigeria Health Sector-Wide Joint Annual Review in Abuja. Mr Pate, a professor, said the initiative is an ambitious commitment to reducing maternal and newborn mortality across Nigeria. A tweet from the official X handle of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare stated, “In a powerful move,…

The Nigerian Police have said a total of 22,239 police officers will be deployed to Ondo State for the coverage of the 16 November governorship election. The figure is besides the deployments from other security agencies including the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), among others. The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbedokun, at a political stakeholders meeting on Thursday in Akure, said a synergy of all the security agencies would be required through normal and covert operations, provide the effective security during the elections. The IGP, who was represented by the Assistant…

Nigeria are on the brink of booking a place at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), but winger Moses Simon is refusing to consider the prospect of the Super Eagles failing to reach the 2026 Fifa World Cup despite a poor start to qualifying. The West Africans are languishing in fifth place in their six-team group with just three points from their opening four matches. Simon missed June’s fixtures, a draw with South Africa and loss to Benin, through injury but is “not worried” about Nigeria’s hopes when the campaign resumes next year – even though only the group…

Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 arrested 21 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations in Benin City. The suspects were arrested based on actionable intelligence on their alleged involvement in internet related fraud. Items recovered from them include 10 exotic cars, laptops and phones  The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.

The Malaysian Government has announced plans to phase out Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) for vehicles and discontinue the sale of natural gas vehicles (NGV) nationwide. Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook discussed the transition at a recent press conference, as reported by local media outlet Free Malaysia Today (FMT). In Malaysia, CNG is commonly referred to as NGV. Fook stated that beginning July 1, 2025, “CNG-powered vehicles can no longer be registered or used in Malaysia.” Additionally, government-owned oil and gas company Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) will begin a staged halt in CNG sales at its stations on the same date.…

At least 22 miners are feared dead following the collapse of a mining pit at an illegal mining site located within a national game reserve spanning Gashaka Local Government Area in Taraba State and Toungo Local Government Area in Adamawa State. Adamu Jamtare, a miner from Gashaka, explained that many of the deceased were from Jamtare town in Gashaka LGA. “They were mining gold in an area known as the Buffa zone within the Gashaka-Gumti National Park, covering parts of both Gashaka and Toungo. All 22 miners trapped in the pit are presumed dead,” he said. Daily Trust reports that…