Politics, morals and law (3)
By Aare Afe Babalola, SAN, OFR, CON In the previous editions, I have highlighted the nexus between politics, morality and the law, particularly as it relates to governance; and the impact of cultural differences in the concept of what is morally acceptable. Specifically, last week, I discussed morality in relation to the social contract theory […]
NPA Probe: ‘Corrupt’ PDP unfit to attack Buhari’s anti-graft fight, says APC
The ruling All Progressives Congress APC has slammed the Peoples Democratic Party PDP for its attempt to rubbish the anti-corruption credentials of the President Muhammadu Buhari administration, following the decision of the administration to begin a “routine administrative probe” of the Nigerian Ports Authority NPA.
Nigerian Journalist, Zainab Bala wins 2021 Michael Elliott Award
The Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling will be presented to Zainab Bala, a broadcast reporter who revealed pernicious child abuse in Nigeria in 2021. The winner was chosen by a respected panel of judges from a pool of 130 applicants. The Almajiri, a compelling documentary created by Zainab Bala, a Nigerian broadcaster […]
Robby Clark shares 4 habits that will help you achieve success
Robby Clark is the CEO of SID Developments, a real estate company dedicated to creating value in cities across Ontario. In addition to his real estate company, Robby also founded eFresh Meals, a meal prep company, Lawn Care Alert, a landscaping company & several others. Starting one successful business is challenging, let alone many. However, […]
JUSUN urges FG to deduct to Judiciary funds from May FAAC
The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has urged the Federal Government to deduct funds meant for state judiciaries from the May 2021 Federal Account Allocation Committee (FAAC). This was part of the resolutions of a meeting of JUSUN National Working Committee (NWC) held in Abuja after the conciliation meeting with the Minister of Labour […]
Shoot-At-Sight Order: Buhari jittery over impending Biafra Day lockdown — MASSOB
The Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra, MASSOB, has said that the shoot-at-sight directive of President Muhammadu Buhari to the Nigerian army was a result of the President’s growing frustration on the impending lockdown of Nigeria cities on the May 30th Biafra Day celebration.
Uzodimma dissolves cabinet, sacks 20 commissioners
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo on Wednesday dissolved the state’s Executive Council, and sacked 20 of the 27 commissioners in the cabinet. The governor however, retained eight commissioners. The Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Declan Emelumba confirmed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Owerri. He said the dissolution was to restructure the […]
A calamity on repeat – India out of Oxygen again!
India has been going through a vicious second wave of COVID-19 throughout the past month. The total reported coronavirus cases in the country passed the 22 million mark, with an average of 350,000 new cases and over 3,440 deaths each day. As of May 9th, India had reported over 246,000 deaths, with a seven-day average […]
2021 emphasizes the importance of taking better care of your skin, asserts Dr Kavita Mariwalla
It’s a new year and it’s time to hit refresh and give our skin the pampering it deserves. Dr. Kavita Mariwalla is a Yale Educated dermatologist and full-time provider at the Mariwalla Dermatology clinic. Here, she shares the five most popular skin treatment procedures available in 2021. 1. CoolSculpting Dr. Mariwalla predicts that this non-invasive […]
3 actionable tips to up your social media game by Asher Asaf Uziel
Social media marketing has become one of the dominant mediums to connect with audiences. It is free, and it has the possibility of reaching millions of people. More importantly, it is organic. Word of mouth has gone digital, and a favorable online presence can boost a company from startup to superstar. Popular Instagram star, Asher […]
Eid: Ortom calls for sustained prayers to end worsening insecurity
By Peter Duru, Makurdi As Muslims celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Fitr, Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue state has called for sustained prayers to end the worsening insecurity in the country. The Governor stated that he believed that with prayers and commitment on the part of government and the people, the challenge posed by the wave of […]
Suspected herdsmen kill Man O’War member in Oyo
By Adeola Badru A member of the Man O’War organisation was reportedly killed on Monday by suspected Fulani herders along Igangan/Iganna road, Iwere-Ile, in Iwajowa Local Government Area of Oyo State. The deceased, Oluwole Oke, said to be in his 30’s was a Commander of the voluntary paramilitary organization in Iserin, Igboora. The incident that […]
Company Income Tax rises in Q1’21
The Federal Government generated N392.77 billion as Company Income Tax (CIT) in the first quarter of this year (Q1’21).
Another 2 Owerri prison inmates arrested with AK47 rifle
The Imo state police command, yesterday said that it has arrested two suspected inmates of Owerri Correctional Center, believed to be among the over 1,800 inmates who escaped when the “unknown gunmen” attacked the Correctional facility last month.
Onuesoke lauds govs’ call to ban open grazing, activation of ports in other states
By Ephraim Oseji A Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, chieftain and former Delta State governorship aspirant, Chief Sunny Onuesoke, has commended the decision of 17 southern governors to ban open cattle grazing and recommendation for the activation and establishment of ports in other states of the federation to create new jobs and promote socio-economic activities in […]
Never allow under-age to drive, FRSC pleads with parents
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Adamawa Sector Command, has pleaded with parents not to allow underage to drive even during celebrations such as Eid el-Fitr
