Poll shifts in Nigeria: It’s abject state failure
NOTHING is certain in Nigeria until it happens”, a top British business leader once said at a London conference. That was a damning indictment of Nigeria’s reputation for predictability and certainty. But that reputation suffered a further damaging blow last week when the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, cancelled the February 16 Presidential and National Assembly elections just a few hours before voting started.
Onyekuru, Kayode target Europa League progress
Two Nigerian strikers enter this week’s UEFA Europa League matches with defiant targets to overcome their respective hosts to reach the next stage, as tight away games await Henry Onyekuru with Galatasaray of Turkey and Olanrewaju Kayode at Shakhtar Donetsk of Ukraine.
INEC stands on S-Court ruling on Rivers
The agitation by the Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC to be enlisted in this weekend’s ballot may have come to an end with the final decision of the commission not to heed a last minute petition by the APC.
Kogi under siege, PDP leaders cry out
Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State has again come under attack over his alleged resort to brute force in his dealing with rivals and stakeholders in the state as the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP yesterday accused him of breeding fake policemen for election purposes.
Navy foils vandals attempt to export 35,000 litres stolen petrol
A wooden boat with outboard engines and 1,400 jerry cans of Petroleum Motor Spirit (PMS) all valued at N20 million was intercepted by operatives of the Nigerian Navy Ship NNS Beecroft, Apapa, Lagos
Abuja Chamber of Commerce seeks tax reforms for SMEs
The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has called for urgent tax reforms that will facilitate the survival of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria.
Buhari awaits confirmation of Mbam as RMAFC Chairman, 30 others as Commissioners
ABUJA—PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari is awaiting the confirmation of Elias Mbam as the Chairman, Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission, RMAFC.
Victor Moses, Okaka named among top 10 overpaid players
Chelsea-owned winger Victor Moses and Watford loanee Stefano Okaka have been named among the top 10 overpaid players in the English Premier League based on minutes played in the 2018-2019 season.
I’m on rescue mission— Mariere
ASABA—PEOPLES Democratic Party, PDP, House of Representatives candidate for Ughelli North, Ughelli South and Udu federal constituency, Mr. Samuel Mariere, has promised to ensure that the Urhobo have a voice in the National Assembly, when elected.
Atiku ’ll offer S-East quicker route to presidency — CUPP chieftain
ONITSHA—Ndigbo have been called upon to support the candidacy of Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and his running mate, Peter Obi, to fast-track the much desired Igbo president.
Traders protest incessant burglary at Onitsha markets
Nnewi—Human, vehicular movements and trading activities were yesterday grounded for over two hours along Niger Street, Fegge Onitsha, following protest by over 150 traders of City of God Plaza, Fegge Onitsha, who shut the market in protest against the break-in and carting away of over N4 million from one of the shops in the market.
