Imo NBA boycotts courts over abduction of Nzeukwu
The Owerri Branch of Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has condemned what it called “the dastardly abduction of Justice Theophilus N. Nzeukwu and the gruesome murder of his driver and police orderly, on his way to work”.
Bomb kills 10 at Suleja PDP rally
THE Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Zone B rally in Niger State was , yesterday, rocked by a massive bomb blast that killed at least 10 people leaving scores severely injured.
Jonathan: North-West will shock Nigerians, says Shagari
Deputy Governor of Sokoto State, Alhaji Mukthar Shagari has said that the Northwest zone of the country will shock Nigerians as the people of the region will vote for President Goodluck Jonathan in the presidential elections next month.
World Bank to give N720bn annually to African countries
The World Bank has set aside N720billion ($48billion) annually to assist African countries, including Nigeria, to diversify their economies and also create jobs for the continent’s citizenry.
When Jonathan dismantled ethnic boundaries in Lagos
FROM the sound of various traditional Igbo tunes, one might conclude that it was sure going to be a cultural festival. The various traditional Igbo attires adorned by the dignitaries, who arrived with their supporters, nearly gave credence to the belief. But while people, were still savouring the prospects of an Igbo carnival in Lagos, the perception changed with the sound of blaring sirens, which signaled the arrival of Abia State governor, Theordore Orji.
What a time to live!
THESE are trying and dizzy times. They are breathless seasons when nothing seems certain. By my last count, there have been uprisings in 19 countries in the last two months. These are times that demand sacrifice, and millions of people step forward to put their lives on the line.
