CBN delivers sensitive materials as Akeredolu, Ajayi, Jegede, others sign peace accord Tuesday
Dayo Johnson – Akure The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared that it is ready for Saturday’s governorship election in Ondo State. Also, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has delivered sensitive materials to its Akure branch today for onward distribution to the 18 council areas of the state. The 17 political parties participating […]
NCC: Listing MTN in Capital Market yielding results
By Emmanuel Elebeke The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Commission, Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, says the regulatory action taken by the Commission to facilitate the listing of MTN Nigeria on the country’s stock exchange market has started yielding economic gains to Nigeria. A market analysts report released by the NCC on Monday indicates that […]
Odibo flags off 10th phase enumeration in Delta State
The phase 10 Enumeration Area Demarcation, EAD, for Ughelli North Council has commenced with a flag-off of the exercise by the Federal Commissioner representing Delta State in the Board of the National Population Commission, Sir Richard Odibo.
Charly Boy writes Nigerian youths, says it’s time to act
By Benjamin Njoku Following the incessant killings of innocent Nigerians by the men of the now curtailed Special Anti-Robbery Squad of the Nigeria Police Force, SARS, maverick musician Charly Boy has urged the Nigerian youths to rise and fight against repressive administration. Charly Boy made the call on Monday via his Instagram page. The maverick […]
When did it become threat for citizens to express opinions, Pastor Adeyemi blasts Presidency
By Nwafor Sunday Sam Adeyemi, Senior Pastor of Lagos-based church, Daystar Christian Centre, has joined millions of Nigerians to demand for restructuring. Suffixing his opinion to the millions of views expressed by Nigerians, Adeyemi queried the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, over his statement, where he said that […]
I’ve governed my people like a statesman, not as a politician – Akeredolu
The Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu on monday appealed to the people of the state never to allow themselves to be cajoled nor deceived by the opposition against his second term ambition, saying “the election coming on Saturday is between a Statesman and the Politicians. I have governed you like a statesman. I leave you to choose wisely.”
Work with repentant lawmakers, Secondus counsels Obaseki
…As governor rules out inauguration of members- elect By Dirisu Yakubu National chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Prince Uche Secondus has urged Edo state governor to put the past behind him by working with members of the State House of Assembly who have indicated interest to join him as he settles down for another […]
Delta govt reiterates commitment towards securing lives of citizens
Delta state Government on Monday restated its commitment to the security of lives and property of citizens in the state. The Commissioner for Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, gave the affirmation at a news conference in Asaba. He said the state government had a healthy working relationship with security agencies operating in the state and urged […]
Why lawmakers are in conflict with the Presidency ― Gbajabiamila
By Tordue Salem, Abuja The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, has blamed the incessant clashes between the Executive and Legislature, on Ministers and other officials at the presidency and public perception of the Parliament. The Speaker, through Mr. Lanre Lasisi, his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, said “the efforts to stick […]
Reps Probe closure of CSOs, NGOs offices
Chairman, House Committee on Civil Societies and Development Partners, Rep. Kabir Idris, said his panel has resolved to investigate the clampdown on Non-Governmental Organisations, Civil Society Organizations, Donor Agencies and Development Partners operating in the country.
Bandits attack: CAN accuses Southern Kaduna youths of drug abuse
…plans to stop sell of Burukutu in the area By Ibrahim HassanWuyo Drug abuse has made Southern Kaduna youths to be caught off guard when bandits launched attacks in their communities, the Christian Association of Nigeria, Kaduna State Chapter, has said. CAN, therefore, decried the rise in drug abuse and addiction among youths in the […]
Abisola Olusanya: New advocate for agriculture
Abisola Olusanya comes into the job with almost 10 years of professional experience in leadership roles in Sales & Marketing and Supply Chain management – executing strategies towards Food security, SME inclusion, growth and profitability within a sustainable ecosystem.
Drugs make Southern Kaduna youths off guard when bandits attack ― CAN
By Ibrahim HassanWuyo Drug abuse has made Southern Kaduna youths to be caught off guard when bandits launched attacks in their communities, the Christian Association of Nigeria, Kaduna State Chapter, has said. CAN, therefore, decried the rise in drug abuse and addiction among youths in the area. CAN also plan to discourage women from selling […]
World Teachers’ Day: Makinde eulogises teachers as gallant fighters
By Adeola Badru Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has commended teachers in the state for their dedication and support to the incumbent administration, especially in the battle to contain the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic. In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Barrister Olasunkanmi Olaleye and made available to newsmen on […]
Restructuring: Stop Playing Pharaoh – Southern, Middle Belt Leaders tell Buhari
…Insist that Buhari must restructure now and withdraw from path of implosion forewarned by patriots at home and abroad By Henry Umoru LEADERS of thought, Elder statesmen from four of the six geo-political zones of the country, under the aegis of Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum have taken a swipe at President Muhammadu Buhari […]
Three men in court over alleged exhumation of corpses
Three men on Monday appeared before an Ado-Ekiti Chief Magistrates’ Court over alleged exhumation of corpses. The defendants, Kola Fatoye, 40, Abimbola Fatoye, 35, and Ahmed Ojo, 56, are facing a charge of exhumation of corpses. According to the prosecutor, Monica Ikebuilo, the defendants committed the offence between March and September 2020, in Orun-Ekiti. She […]
