LAND ALLOCATED TO KILLER HERDSMEN: Fingered Delta king opens up!
SINCE Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP, Hafiz Inuwa, sensationally, revealed to Vanguard that some monarchs in the state were collecting money from herdsmen and giving them sanctuaries to build camps in the state, traditional rulers from Delta North (Anioma), where the practice is seemingly rampant, have been under fire.
Northern governors mourn former NNPC boss
The Northern Governors Forum (NGF) has expressed sadness over the death of the former Group Managing Director of Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Dr. Maikanti Baru. The Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau, Simon Lalong, in a condolence message described his death as a big loss to the nation. Director of Press and […]
Resident Doctors issue 14-day strike notice to FG
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) on Saturday said its members would proceed on a total and indefinite strike if the Federal Government failed to address their demands within 14 days. The Association stated this in a communique issued at the end of its virtual 40th Ordinary General Meeting (OGM) and Scientific Conference. The […]
The cost of re-opening schools in the pandemic
The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic which led to lockdowns, emergency health and food crisis, loss of lives amongst other things has crippled economies across the globe.
Amnesty International seeks justice over killing of 2016 Biafra Day protesters
On Saturday, the fourth anniversary of the killing of about 60 pro-Biafra protesters in Nkpor, Anambra State, Amnesty International said the victims were still being denied justice.
Edo 2020: It’s ridiculous to invite Buhari for party primary instead of project commissioning – Mayaki
The Director of Communication and Media, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu Campaign Organisation, Prince John Mayaki has described the calling by some stakeholders for President Muhammadu Buhari’s intervention in the conduct of party primary as a show of shame.
Trilly drops visuals for his triumphant-single ‘AY Bishhh’
Trilly has indelibly blessed us with the visual cut of his much acclaimed new single dubbed “Ay Bishhh”. The video which was directed by Mike Wilds would see the beaming rapper shine in all his aura and glory as he literally and seamlessly dishes out his bars and lines.
World No Tobacco Day: Industry targeting youths via social media — ERA/FoEN
Environmental Rights Action/Friends of the Earth Nigeria, ERA/FoEN, has accused the tobacco industry of targeting youths by using social media platforms.
Obey COVID-19 lock down rules, Peter Oboh urges Nigerians
Former WBA International, British and Commonwealth Light Heavy Weight boxing champion, Peter Oboh, has urged Nigerians to continue to strictly observe the measures put in place by the Federal Government to control further spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Oboh gave the advice in reaction to the recent demolition of Prodent Hotel in Port-Harcourt by Governor […]
Onuesoke seeks complete overhaul of NNPC management
By Ephraim Oseji Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain and former Delta State governorship aspirant, Chief Sunny Onuesoke has called for a total overhaul of the management board of Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) to reflect the national outlook of Nigeria and add value to productivity of the corporation. Onuesoke, who made the call in a […]
Multichoice campaign offers discounts for consumers’ loyalty
By Princewill Ekwujuru & Ephraim Oseji As Pay TV operators are battling declining trend in patronage, Multichoice Nigeria, owners of Digital Satellite Television (DStv)and GOtv platforms is busy appreciating its subscribers for their support by offering discounts on their subscription in a campaign tagged; We’ve Got You. The key messages were #DStvThereforYou and GOtvDeyYourSide, and were launched in […]
Randomised Covid-19 lockdown ruminations (3)
By Douglas Anele When President Muhammadu Buhari’s apologists argue this way, they create the impression the President can do as he pleases and everyone should accept his actions without complaining. But that can never happen. Criticising top political office holders anytime they do something wrong is the linchpin of democracy. Buharimaniacs fail to understand that […]
Wanted in Nigeria: Politics for development
By Tonnie Iredia Political scientists offer varying definitions for the term, ‘politics’ making it easy for everyone to latch-on to what validates his disposition. In Nigeria, the definition which seems to have gained ground over the years is that which sees politics as the struggle for power for the purpose of controlling government resources. The […]
BPE not opposed to power companies’ Audit ― D-G
Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief The Bureau of Public Enterprises is not opposed to the planned forensic audit of the power companies in Nigeria by the Federal Government. The Director-General (D-G) of the agency, Mr Alex Okoh, said in a statement yesterday, that BEP was, therefore, not part of the decision by the eleven power […]
Microsoft lays off journalists to replace them with AI
Microsoft is laying off dozens of journalists and editorial workers at its Microsoft News and MSN organizations. The layoffs are part of a bigger push by Microsoft to rely on artificial intelligence to pick news and content that’s presented on MSN.com, inside Microsoft’s Edge browser, and in the company’s various Microsoft News apps. Many of […]
South Africa-based emerging artiste “Enamel” to unleash new EP
In a time where the world seems to have noticed the force behind African music as more than a budding genre but a massive power in international entertainment – South African based emerging artiste, Hakim Idowu Giwa popularly called by the stage name “Enamel” has managed to stand out as the new iconic voice in the scene.
