Edo 2020: I won’t challenge results at tribunal, but… ― Ize-Iyamu
The APC candidate in the Sept. 19 Governorship election in Edo, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, says he will not challenge the outcome of the election at the tribunal. Ize-Iyamu made this known in a statement signed by Mr John Mayaki, his Director of Communication and Media Campaign Organisation on Monday in Benin. The News Agency of […]
Protect national assets in Niger Delta ― IPMAN President advises youths
By Akpokona Omafuaire, Warri The National President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) Elder Chinedu Okoronkwo has called on stakeholders, and youths of Niger Delta to listen to the voice of wisdom and ensure the protection of National Assets in the region. He spoke when the Senior Special Adviser to the IPMAN […]
Allegations of infractions against SARS personnel will be thoroughly investigated – Police Affairs Minister
By Kingsley Omonobi The Minister of Police Affairs, Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi has expressed concern over the incessant report of infractions against personnel of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). Consequently, the minister has assured Nigerians of his commitments to ensure a comprehensive investigation of all allegations of infractions against SARS personnel and other Police operational units. […]
World Teachers’ Day: Buhari raises service year from 35 to 40, retirement age 60 to 65
*approves special salary scale for teachers *Reintroduces bursary award to education students in varsities, COEs By Joseph Erunke PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari has approved a special salary scale and new retirement age for teachers. The president’s gesture, which was announced Monday, by the Minister of Education, Mallam Adamu Adamu, was in commemoration of the World Teachers […]
Osun DSS death: Hospital sets panel of enquiry over treatment procedure
By Shina Abubakar Osogbo The management of Ladoke Akintola University Teaching Hospital, Osogbo has inaugurated a panel to inquire the treatment given to deceased personnel of Department of State Security (DSS), Seyi Asebowale hit by a stray bullet. Adebowale was hit by a stray bullet from the rifle of one Sunday Dada, an operative of […]
How Nigeria lost London metal exchange — Adegbite
Says FG doing all to restore lost glory By Gabriel Ewepu – Abuja The Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Arc Olamilekan Adegbite, explained how Nigeria lost its place in London Metal Exchange many years ago. Adegbite made the disclosure while on a tour of some media organizations in South West recently, where he said […]
Laycon joins #endSARS campaign, releases video against police brutality
By Sylvester Kwentua Latest millionaire and Big Brother Naija winner, Laycon, has joined his voice with those of other celebrities calling for the scrapping of SARS. Dropping a video he probably shot before his venture in the house, Laycon wondered who would protect the innocent citizens, when those who are supposed to protect, are killing […]
Be patient with any law you’ve misgiving about, Buhari tells Nigerians
Lauds legislature for collaboration with executive NASS not bothered being referred to as “a rubber stamp” By Johnbosco Agbakwuru – Abuja President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday appealed to Nigerians to be patient with any legislation or law which they have certain misgivings about. President Buhari also urged the citizenry especially critics to engage the process […]
Asthmatic patients were forced to accept to be COVID-19 positive — NHRC
As group seeks establishment of Rights Abuse Court By Davies Iheamnachor – Port Harcourt The National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, has expressed regrets over rising cases of human rights abuses in Rivers State, noting that the rights of many Asthmatic patients have been violated in Rivers State by some hospitals. The Directors of the NHRC […]
Nigeria at 60 should work for all, not few – Aremu
By Ibrahim Hassan …Says Nigeria’s not a failed state As Nigeria celebrated 60 years of nationhood, Comrade Issa Aremu has called for drastic monetary and fiscal measures to overcome inequality income and opportunities, failing which the country would be in perpetual underdevelopment. In a statement marking Independence at week end in Kaduna, the Member of National […]
Ondo 2020: PDP campaign slogan induces violence, says APC
By Dayo Johnson – Akure The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of fuelling violent attacks in the state through its campaign slogan. According to the party “The PDP campaign slogan for Ondo 2020 is “Eyitayo must not fail”. Its State Publicist, Alex Kalejaye, in a statement […]
