PGF DG gives conditions for state police in Nigeria

PGF DG gives conditions for state police in Nigeria

Dr Salihu Lukman, Director-General, Progressives Governors Forum (PGF), says state police can only operate in Nigeria, under the supervision of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). Lukman said this in a statement on Friday in Abuja, saying that the idea of amending the Constitution to enable State Governments to establish state police was unavoidable. “However, there […]
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Hajj 2022: Lagos may not sell intention forms

Hajj 2022: Lagos may not sell intention forms

The Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board may not sell forms for intending Pilgrims planning to embark on the Hajj 2022 Holy pilgrimage to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This is part of the major highpoints of a press conference addressed today by the Hon. Commissioner for Home Affairs, Prince Anofiu Olanrewaju Elegushi, in the […]

How African automotive market can rise from 1.1m to 5m vehicles annually — Whitefield

How African automotive market can rise from 1.1m to 5m vehicles annually — Whitefield

PRESIDENT of the Association of African Automotive Manufacturers, AAAM, Mr. Mike Whitefield, has predicted that African automotive market could rise from the current 1.1 million vehicles per annum to five million vehicles a year if Nigeria and other concerned African countries key into the recommended Automobile Industry Development plans recommended by the AAAM.

Court grants Youth Party’s application to inspect election materials

Court grants Youth Party’s application to inspect election materials

The Chairman of the Lagos local government election tribunal Justice Onigbanjo on Tuesday granted the request of the Youth Party to inspect the election materials of Ward A, Lekki, in Eti-Osa local government. The Youth Party had, on August 17, 2021, filed an election petition at the tribunal to dispute the results of the Ward […]

Opinion: Micro-zoning Enugu governorship and need for sustained vision

Opinion: Micro-zoning Enugu governorship and need for sustained vision

As the hullabaloo over the successor of Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu state in 2023 continues to reverberate, it has become necessary to pan the searchlight in the direction of not only which part of the state deserves to produce the next Governor but in particularization, who actually does the cap fit that will sustain the 2015-2023 Enugu vision.

Plateau Killings: Governors evacuate students as UNIJOS is forced to shut

Plateau Killings: Governors evacuate students as UNIJOS is forced to shut

By Marie-Therese Nanlong THE unexpected has again afflicted the school. Just as it began to settle down for the rushed Second Semester examination occasioned by the loss of academic sessions due to the prolonged ASUU strike and the Covid-19 pandemic, the University of Jos, has been forced to shut its doors prematurely all in a […]

Kogi at 30: The journey so far

Kogi at 30: The journey so far

“At 30, Kogi should be best known for its giant strides in terms of infrastructure and human capital development as against what is obtained today.”

Full text of Ikpeazu’s broadcast on 30th anniversary of Abia State

Full text of Ikpeazu’s broadcast on 30th anniversary of Abia State

STATE BROADCAST BY OKEZIE VICTOR IKPEAZU, Phd, GOVERNOR, ABIA STATE ON THE OCCASION OF THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF ABIA STATE ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 27, 2021 MY GOOD PEOPLE OF ABIA STATE It gives me great pleasure to address you today on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the creation of our dearly beloved Abia […]

Banditry: Niger farmers shun farmlands over insecurity

Banditry: Niger farmers shun farmlands over insecurity

By Wole Mosadomi MONTHS of incessant attacks and killings by terrorists, bandits, and armed robbers have taken a serious toll on farming in Niger State. This is because farmers have since rejected entreaties by the state government to return to their communities and farmlands and continue with food production in order to prevent food shortages […]

DStv, GOtv subscribers may Pay More from September

DStv, GOtv subscribers may Pay More from September

Barely one year after the last subscription fee increase, there are strong indicators that Multichoice Nigeria will increase the subscription fee across all its DStv and GOtv packages from September 2021. A source close to the company revealed that subscription prices may increase by about 10% with premium package going as high N21,000, Compact Plus […]

Kaduna: When a military fortress becomes the playground of bandits

Kaduna: When a military fortress becomes the playground of bandits

Killing, kidnap of officers in NDA by bandits trigger state-wide panic Over 222 killed, more than 774 kidnapped in the state from April to June, 2021 — Aruwan, the state Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs Military High Command in shock over attack, mobilises in pursuit of bandits By Ibrahim Wuyo The irony is […]

SPOFEC gives Rolls-Royce Ghost more power, appearance

SPOFEC gives Rolls-Royce Ghost more power, appearance

WITH an additional 114 horsepower and thrilling sound for a 12-cylinder engine at the touch of a button, SPOFEC, a German customisation company has turned the new Rolls-Royce Ghost to sportiest interpretation of the Rolls-Royce sedan ever.

Guinness Nigeria delivers outstanding results for its F21 fiscal year

Guinness Nigeria delivers outstanding results for its F21 fiscal year

Guinness Nigeria Plc, a subsidiary of Diageo Plc, has announced its audited results for the period ended 30 June, 2021 revealing a 110% increase in profit after tax, with double digit revenue growth across all key categories despite the impact of COVID-19 restrictions and ongoing economic challenges.

Mai Mala Buni: A blessing for APC

Mai Mala Buni: A blessing for APC

My idea of making the Yobe state governor, Mai Mala Buni the Chairman of the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) earlier is indeed what the party should have followed from the beginning. But overwhelmed by other considerations, including zoning, party regulations, the party had to do with less qualified options until proven. I see his reign as better late than never for the APC.