Centenary: Eminent Nigerians disagree on nation’s progress
EMINENT Nigerians, yesterday, disagreed on the progress so far made by Nigeria in its 100 years of existence to warrant celebration but agreed that corruption and impunity must be ruthlessly tackled for the nation to move forward.
Medical doctor abducted in Enugu, as Police rescue two victims
ENUGU—A renowned medical practitioner based in Enugu, Dr. Okechukwu Madike, was abducted by unknown gunmen from his hospital at Achara Layout, Enugu about 7pm on Tuesday paralyzing the activities of the ever-busy private health institution.
Mena to restore hope against Congo DR
DR Congo will attempt to get their first win of this year’s Africa Cup of Nations when they lock horns with the Mena of Niger at the Nelson Mandela Bay Sports Stadium in Port Elizabeth on Thursday.
Senate okays Turaki, Nebo as ministers
THE Senate Wednesday unanimously confirmed the nominations of Prof Chinedu Nebo and Alhaji Kabiru Turaki, as ministers after a thorough screening of the duo.
March deadline: Banks reject legacy banks cheques
There are indications that some banks are refusing to clear cheques of legacy banks, in violation of the directives of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) which extended the acceptance of legacy bank cheques to March 31, 2013. The legacy banks includes the defunct Afribank, Bank PHB, FinBank , Equitorial Trust Bank, Oceanic Bank and Spring Bank.
ANPP reiterates merger plan with ACN, CPC
The All Nigeria People’s Party, ANPP, has said that it will merge with the Action Congress of Nigeria, ACN, and the Congress for Progressive Change, CPC, to effect a change in the affairs of the country so as to meet the yearnings and aspirations of the people.
