Man hacks woman, daughter to death in Bayelsa community
The assailant who is believed to be a serial killer it was also learnt raped one of the victims after stabbing her to death.
Vanguard gathered that the tragic incident occurred at 5p.m in one of the sparsely populated new lay out area of the Etegwe suburb which presently could not be accessed by cars.
PDP dismisses mega party
…says it’s a rudderless contraption ABUJA – THE Leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday tongue lashed the proponents of ‘Mega Party’ in the country, describing them as self serving and a rudderless contraption without any concrete agenda for advancing democracy or promoting national development. The party also urged the Action Congress (AC) to […]
Okiro bows out, thanks Nigerians
In a letter he personally signed dated Tuesday, July 21, Mr Okiro said: “I wish to cease this opportunity to convey my sincere appreciation to you for your support, assistance and encouragement to me during my two year tenure as the thirteenth indigenous Inspector-General of Police of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“I am indeed very grateful.
S’Court orders retrial of Ife Rep’s seat
The Supreme Court has ordered the Court of Appeal, Abuja Division to hear on merit and without further delay the two-year-old legal tussle on the seat of Ife Federal Constituency of Osun State in the House of Representatives.
Anambra farmers to get N1bn loan
Awka – As part of its efforts to boost food production, the Anambra Government is to provide a N1 billion loan to farmers in the state. Mr Leo Imoka, Programme Manager, Agricultural Development Programme (ADP) in the state, announced this in Awka, yesterday, at a forum of the National Programme for Food Security. He said […]
Arik Air produces first Nigerian Airbus A340-500 pilots
THE management of Arik Air, yesterday in Lagos, said it had produced the first Nigerian pilots to fly an Airbus A340-500 aircraft.
Legendary Lee Evans arrives
Solomon Ogba, not gifted with height, walked tall yesterday when legendary Lee Evans arrived the country courtesy of his invitation as the new President of Athletics Federation of Nigeria.
Nigeria may not achieve MDG targets – House C’ttee on MDGs
By Emeka Mamah Kaduna – The House of Representatives Committee on Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) says Nigeria may not be able to achieve the MDG targets as earlier believed. According to the committee’s chairman, Saudatu Sani, apart from lack of political will on the part of governments at all levels in the country, the current […]
Ohakim’s exit won’t affect PPA – Nkire
By Chris Ochayi ABUJA – The Progresive Peoples Alliance (PPA) has said that plans by the Governor Ikedi Ohakim of Imo state to decamp to the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will not affect the electoral fortune of the party in the state. A member, Board of Trustees (BOT) of the party, Chief Sam Nkire, […]
Nigeria needs visionary leadership – Jakande
First civilian governor of Lagos State, Alhaji Lateef Jakande, has urged the political class to provide service for the nation, arguing that Nigerians appreciate selfless service.
Obuh commends Delta Darts team
Delta’s victory at 19th edition of the National Darts Open competition in Makudi, Benue State will mark the beginning of good things for the players in the state.
